Freddy Mercury joined the band "The Hectics" in 1962, with whom he performed in smaller clubs. In 1963 he met Brian May and Roger Taylor, who later became the members of his world-famous band Queen. Queen was formed in 1970 and had its first performance at the London Music Hall. The band quickly found success and released their first album in 1974. Their second album "Queen II" was released a year later and brought them their international breakthrough.

In 1975, the album "A Night at the Opera" was released, which included the world-famous song "Bohemian Rhapsody". The song became a world hit and helped the band achieve worldwide fame. In the following years, Queen released other successful albums such as "News of the World" (1977), "Jazz" (1978) and "The Game" (1980). In 1981 the band participated in the concerts for Live Aid, which went down in music history as one of the greatest rock events of all time.

Queen continued to play successfully until the end of the 1980s, when Freddy Mercury became seriously infected with the AIDS virus. However, he did not publicly announce his illness until he was already in the final stages. Freddy Mercury died on November 24, 1991 at the age of 45 as a result of AIDS. His last words are said to have been, "I'm proud to be a part of Queen."

Freddy Mercury trat 1962 der Band "The Hectics" bei, mit der er in kleineren Clubs auftrat. 1963 lernte er Brian May und Roger Taylor kennen, die später die Mitglieder seiner weltberühmten Band Queen wurden. Queen wurde 1970 gegründet und hatte ihren ersten Auftritt in der Londoner Music Hall. Die Band hatte schnell Erfolg und veröffentlichte ihr erstes Album 1974. Ihr zweites Album "Queen II" erschien ein Jahr später und brachte ihnen den internationalen Durchbruch.

1975 erschien das Album "A Night at the Opera", auf dem das weltbekannte Lied "Bohemian Rhapsody" enthalten war. Das Lied wurde zu einem Welthit und verhalf der Band zu weltweitem Ruhm. In den folgenden Jahren veröffentlichten Queen weitere erfolgreiche Alben wie "News of the World" (1977), "Jazz" (1978) und "The Game" (1980). 1981 nahm die Band an den Konzerten für Live Aid teil, die als eines der größten Rock-Events aller Zeiten in die Musikgeschichte eingingen.

Queen spielte weiterhin erfolgreich bis Ende der 1980er Jahre, als sich Freddy Mercury ernsthaft mit dem AIDS-Virus infizierte. Er gab seine Krankheit jedoch erst öffentlich bekannt, als er bereits im Endstadium war. Freddy Mercury starb am 24. November 1991 im Alter von 45 Jahren an den Folgen von AIDS. Seine letzten Worte sollen gewesen sein: "Ich bin stolz darauf, ein Teil von Queen zu sein."

Freddy Mercury

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Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most famous military leaders in history. He was born in 1769 in Ajaccio, Corsica. His family was originally from Florence, Italy. In 1779, the family moved to France, where Napoleon attended the military academy. After graduation, he quickly made a name for himself as one of the most capable officers in the French army.

In 1789, the Revolution broke out in France. Napoleon joined the patriots and fought against the forces loyal to the king. In 1793, he was appointed commander-in-chief because of his leadership qualities. Under his leadership, the revolutionaries won their first major victory at the Battle of Toulon.

Napoleon became increasingly powerful and popular, and in 1799 he staged a coup d'état and was named autocrat of France. He called himself Emperor Napoleon I.

Napoleon was a great general and led the army of France to many victories. In 1804 he was crowned Emperor of the French. His reign lasted until 1814, when he had to abdicate. Napoleon returned in 1815 to assert his power, but was defeated at the Battle of Waterloo and exiled to St. Helena, where he died in 1821.

Napoleon Bonaparte

Mahatma Ghandi is one of the most influential personalities of the 20th century. He was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat, in India. His father, Karamchand Gandhi, was the prime minister of Porbandar; his mother, Putlibai, was a devout Hindu. Gandhi attended Hindu primary and high schools in Rajkot. He later studied law in London.

After graduating, Gandhi returned to India and practiced law. In 1893, he made a trip to South Africa to fight for an Indian client. During his time in South Africa, Gandhi observed discrimination against the black population by the majority white population. This experience left a lasting impression on him and fueled his desire for social justice.

In 1915, Gandhi returned to India and joined the Indian National Congress, a political party that campaigned for India's independence from Britain. Gandhi soon became an important leader of the movement. He developed a strategy of nonviolent resistance based on self-assertion and self-determination. With this strategy, he succeeded in winning over more and more people to the independence movement over the years.  

On August 15, 1947, India gained its independence from Great Britain. Gandhi had made a decisive contribution to this. After independence, however, he did not assume political office, but concentrated on promoting social reforms in India. In 1948, however, he was assassinated; his death caused grief and dismay throughout India. To this day, Mahatma Gandhi is considered one of the great leaders of the 20th century.

Mahatma Ghandi

Queen Elizabeth II was the Queen of the United Kingdom and of 15 other states. She was the head of the Church of England and the oldest monarch in the world since 1952. In her 66-year reign, she made many important decisions that had a lasting impact on the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.

One of her first decisions was to change her title from "Princess Elizabeth" to "Queen Elizabeth II" to distinguish herself from her grandmother, Queen Victoria. This decision was intended to establish her as a monarch in her own right and show that she was ready to write her own chapter in British history.

Another important decision Queen Elizabeth II made was to establish the Order of the Garter. This order is one of the highest military orders of the United Kingdom and is awarded to individuals who have rendered outstanding services to the Crown or the country. The Order shows the Queen's appreciation for those who defend their country with bravery and loyalty. Even in times of crisis, Queen Elizabeth II has made important decisions to keep the United Kingdom together.

After the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, she addressed the British people in a radio message, reaffirming the values of freedom and tolerance. She also gave a speech after the 2017 attacks on Parliament, encouraging and giving hope to the British people. Queen Elizabeth II was a monarch who always kept her people in mind and was decisive. Through her far-sighted decisions, she contributed significantly to the well-being of the United Kingdom and its citizens.


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Steve Jobs was a U.S. entrepreneur and engineer known for his role in the development of Apple and for his visionary products and services.

Jobs was born on February 24, 1955 in San Francisco and died of cancer in October 2011. He studied engineering at Stanford University and began his career as a programmer at Atari. He later worked for Apple, where he was instrumental in the development of the Macintosh and the iPhone.

After Jobs was expelled from Apple's board of directors in 1985, he founded NeXT, a company that specialized in software for advanced computers. In 1996, Jobs returned to Apple and successfully led the company until his death in 2011. His vision and commitment to high-quality products and services earned him worldwide recognition.

Steve Jobs

Micheal Jackson is one of the most successful musicians of all time. He has sold more than 750 million records worldwide, making him the most successful singer in history. Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana, the eighth of nine children. His mother Katherine Jackson worked as a secretary, and his father Joseph Jackson was a steelworker and talented jazz guitarist. Micheal grew up in humble circumstances and had to work hard at an early age. At the age of five, he performed for the first time with his older siblings Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon in a talent contest and won the competition.

This victory was the beginning of a steep career that made him a world-famous superstar. At the age of 11, Jackson signed with the Epic Records record label and released his first solo album, "Got to Be There." This was followed by other successful albums such as "Off the Wall", "Thriller" and "Bad". With the album "Thriller" Jackson achieved the international breakthrough: It is the best-selling album of all time and was awarded eight Grammys.

In the 1980s, Jackson became the pop phenomenon par excellence. With his spectacular stage shows and unique dance style, he thrilled millions of fans worldwide. Jackson also changed a lot visually during this time: he had his nose operated on and bought more and more cosmetics to get closer to his vision of perfect beauty.

But Jackson also suffered privately from his success: in the 1990s he was suspected of sexual molestation of underage boys, but this was never proven against him. His marriage to actress Lisa-Marie Presley also failed after only two years. In the last years of his life, Jackson withdrew more and more and lived in seclusion in a luxury mansion in Los Angeles. On June 25, 2009 Micheal Jackson died at the age of 50 from an overdose of medication.


Michael Jackson

 Benjamin Franklin was an American politician, author and engineer. He is best known today for his political writings, which were of great importance to the development of American democracy. In his writings, Franklin grappled with the challenges of the time and pointed out ways in which America could find its way to a better future.

Franklin had a very impressive resume: he was born the son of a carpenter and began his career as a cartographer aboard a ship sailing to the West Indies. After coming ashore in Philadelphia, he and some partners started a ship routing company. Through this company he had access to the best information about trade in the Northeast and was able to get rich very quickly.

But Franklin was not only a gifted businessman - he was also an outstanding politician. In the 1750s, he joined the Pennsylvania colonial legislature and made rapid progress there. Soon after, he was made governor of the state, where he continued to show great commitment to improving the lives of the people of Pennsylvania.

In the last years of his life, Franklin devoted himself primarily to science. He developed new methods to reduce fire hazards in cities and drew up the first plans for a river and canal system in America that would enable people to get from A to B more quickly.

Benjamin Franklin

Bela Bartok was a Hungarian composer and pianist. He was born in Szeged on April 24, 1881, and died in New York City on September 25, 1945. Bartok studied at the Budapest University of Music and Dramatic Art and at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest. After earning his doctorate in 1910, he returned to Szeged, where he lived until 1921. He then moved to Budapest, from where he emigrated to New York City in 1925. In the USA Bartok lived and worked until his death in 1945.

Bartok's music is strongly influenced by the Hungarian folk music he had heard as a child. His compositions were conceived primarily for violin, piano, and oboe - instruments he played himself. Bartok's style is modernist rather than classical, and often uses elements such as polyrhythm and mistakes in tonality ("mistakes in tonality"). He was one of the few composers of his time to take a public stand against National Socialism.

Bartok's works are performed worldwide today and are considered milestones of modern music.

Bela Bartok

Elvis Presley was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, the son of Vernon Elvis and Gladys Love Presley. At the age of two, the family moved to Memphis, Tennessee. Elvis grew up in poor circumstances and had a difficult childhood. His father worked hard to keep the family afloat and his mother was often sick. Elvis got his first guitar at the age of eleven and soon developed an enthusiasm for music.

At 14, Elvis left school to help his family financially. He worked at various jobs before being signed to the Sun Records record label in 1954. There he made his first recordings, including the song "That's All Right," which became a hit. That same year, Elvis appeared on television for the first time and soon began a stellar career in the music industry.

In the 1950s, Elvis advanced to become the world's most famous musician, achieving great success with songs like "Heartbreak Hotel," "Hound Dog" and "Don't Be Cruel." He was considered the inventor of rock 'n' roll and influenced many other artists of this genre. In the 1960s, Elvis devoted more time to his film career and made several successful movies. In 1968, he returned to the stage with a spectacular comeback concert in Las Vegas.

Unfortunately, Elvis' health declined sharply in the 1970s, which was also reflected in his music. Throughout the decade, he suffered from a number of health problems, including obesity, depression, and substance abuse. Elvis died on August 16, 1977, at the age of 42, as a result of a heart attack. Nevertheless, his music is still popular today and has inspired millions of people worldwide.




Elvis Presley

 Lionel Messi is an Argentine soccer player who plays for FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team. He is known as one of the best footballers of all time and is considered one of the best players to have ever played. Messi was the youngest player to win the Ballon d'Or and is the record holder with six awards. He is also the first player to win FIFA World Player of the Year three times in a row.

Messi started playing for FC Barcelona at the age of 13 and quickly made it to the first team. By the age of 17, he was a professional player and won six La Liga titles, three UEFA Champions League titles and two Copa del Rey titles with FC Barcelona. He is Barcelona's record goalscorer and assist provider.

Messi has also had great success with the Argentine national team. He was world champion with the U-20s in 2006 and Olympic champion with the U-23s in 2007. In 2014, he was runner-up in the World Cup with Argentina. Messi has also participated in four FIFA World Cups, in 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022, where he became world champion with Argentina.










Lionel Messi

Lana Del Rey is an American singer who is most notable for her distinctive style. Her music is a mixture of pop, hip-hop and R&B. Lana Del Rey was born Elizabeth Woolridge Grant on June 21, 1985 in New York City. She is the daughter of a real estate agent and an art teacher. Lana Del Rey grew up in a small village in New York State.

Lana Del Rey has always had a passion for music. She learned to play piano and guitar and wrote her first songs when she was still a teenager. At the age of 18, Lana Del Rey moved to Los Angeles to pursue her music career. There she adopted the stage name Lana Del Rey, which is a combination of the name of actress Lana Turner and author Raymond Chandler.

Lana Del Rey released her debut album "Born to Die" in January 2012, and the album became a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album was also very successful in the UK, reaching #1 on the UK album chart. With her debut album, Lana Del Rey established her distinctive musical style, often referred to as "Hollywood pop."

In May 2014, Lana Del Rey released her second studio album, "Ultraviolence." The album was just as successful as her debut album, reaching the top of the respective album charts in the U.S. and U.K. Lana Del Rey's third studio album "Honeymoon", which was released in September 2015, was also a commercial success and reached the 2nd and 3rd place of the respective album charts in the USA and Great Britain.

In addition to her music career, Lana Del Rey is also a model and actress. She has starred in several films, including the short film "The Key" (2012) and the feature film "The Great Gatsby" (2013).


Lana Del Rey

B.B. King was an American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. He was born on September 25, 1925 in Itta Bena, Mississippi and died on May 14, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. B.B. King was one of the most famous and influential musicians of the 20th century. He played a major role in shaping electric blues guitar playing and influenced numerous guitarists. Politically, B.B. King was an active supporter of civil rights for African Americans. In the 1960s he performed together with Martin Luther King Jr. and campaigned for equal rights for blacks in the USA.

B.B. King's music is deeply rooted in American blues and has evolved steadily throughout his career. In the 1950s, he managed to combine Chicago blues with New Orleans blues to develop his own style. He became world famous in 1970 with his hit "The Thrill is Gone," which also reached mainstream audiences. Until his death in May 2015, B.B. King toured regularly throughout the U.S. and the world, thrilling millions with his music."

B.B. King

Albert Einstein's life was very interesting and fulfilling. He was born on March 14, 1879 in Ulm, Germany and spent his childhood in Munich. During this time he learned to read, write and calculate. Einstein also had some problems in school, but he learned quickly and developed a sense of humor. At a young age, Einstein began to draw and paint. He was also a good piano player and liked to play plays with his friends.

Einstein began his studies at the University of Zurich, where he also met his first wife. After graduation, he returned to Munich, where he worked as a lecturer. Soon after, he married another woman and had two children with her.

In 1914, World War I broke out and Einstein had to go to the front as a soldier. There he met many people who influenced and inspired him. After the war, he returned to Munich, where he taught at the newly founded university. In the 1920s, Einstein traveled extensively around the world lecturing on his theories of relativity. In the 1930s, Germany became increasingly authoritarian and World War II broke out. Einstein ended his teaching career and emigrated to America, where he taught at Princeton University. Here he died of heart failure on April 18, 1955, at the age of 76."




Albert Einstein

Herbert von Karajan was a major conductor of the 20th century and to this day is for many the epitome of the musician. His career began in the 1930s and ended with his death in 1989, during which he made a number of important decisions that defined his life and shaped the image of him as an artist.

One of these decisions was his collaboration with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, which began in 1955 and lasted until his death. His collaboration with the orchestra became the epitome of his style and conception of music. He once said: "I believe there is no better place to send my message than the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra".

Another important decision was the one he made in 1958, when he decided to make Mozart his definitive work. Until then he had concentrated mainly on Beethoven, but after a trip to Salzburg in 1957 he decided to choose Mozart as the theme for his next series of concerts. These series became one of Herbert von Karajan's most important works in the 1960s .

Herbert von Karajan

Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, is a world famous wrestler and actor. He has made many important decisions in his career that have made him what he is today.

Johnson grew up in a poor neighborhood of Hayward, California. His father, Rocky Johnson, was a famous wrestler who fought for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in the 1970s. Dwayne Johnson began his career as a wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1996, quickly becoming one of the most popular fighters in the WWF and winning the WWF Championship title in 1999.

After he finished his career as a wrestler, Dwayne Johnson decided to become an actor. He has starred in some successful movies such as "The Mummy Returns", "The Scorpion King" and "Hercules". He became world famous with his role as Luke Hobbs in the "Fast & Furious" movie series.

Dwayne Johnson is also known for his political and social activities. For example, he has been a strong advocate for the rights of women and minorities. In 2020, together with other celebrities, he launched an election campaign for the Democratic US presidential candidate Joe Biden.

Dwayne Johnson is also a successful musician. He has already released several songs that were very well received by fans. One of his most famous songs is "You're Welcome" from the Disney movie "Moana".

Dwayne Johnson is one of the most popular personalities in Hollywood. He is not only a world-famous actor and wrestler, but also a socially engaged person and musician. His important decisions in his career have made him what he is today.

Dwayne Johnson

Elton John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947 in Pinner, Middlesex, England. He is a British singer, composer and pianist. He became known in the mid-1970s for his hits "Your Song," "Rocket Man," "Bennie and the Jets" and "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me." Since his debut in 1967, he has sold more than 300 million records, including over 100 million in his native Britain alone. This makes him one of the most successful musicians of all time. Over the course of his career, he has landed more than fifty Top 40 hits in the British and American charts. In addition, there are countless other awards and nominations, including five Grammy Awards as well as an Oscar and a Golden Globe.

Elton John's musical style is characterized above all by his extraordinary voice, his classical piano compositions and his flamboyant stage show. He is considered one of the most innovative and creative musicians of his generation. In the course of his long career, he has reinvented himself time and again and broken new musical ground. His music is marked by both classical and pop influences and ranges from ballads to rock and pop songs to disco classics.

Elton John is not only a world-famous musician, but also a committed philanthropist. He has campaigned for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights for many years and was one of the first celebrities to openly acknowledge their homosexuality. In 1992, he founded the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF), which is now one of the largest private funders of global AIDS prevention and control. In addition, Elton John is also committed to the rights of children and young people and to environmental protection.

Elton John's commitment to social and political issues has made him one of the most beloved entertainers in the world. His music and distinctive style have inspired and influenced generations of people. He is a passionate artist, philanthropist and activist who has always championed the rights of the disadvantaged.

Elton John

 Paul Mc Cartney is one of the most famous musicians in the world. His career began back in 1957, when he founded the band "The Beatles" together with John Lennon and George Harrison. In the following years, the group became one of the most successful acts in the history of pop music.
The music of "The Beatles" had great success not only in Europe, but also in the USA. Their first album and the debut album "Meet the Beatles!" were released there in 1964. The further releases also had several million buyers worldwide.
The success of "The Beatles" was also politically significant. The band stood for freedom and against oppression and was therefore very popular with young people all over the world. Moreover, their success helped them to have a great influence on politics and society in many countries. Thus, Paul Mc Cartney and his bandmates supported initiatives for peace and justice several times.
The music of "The Beatles" has an important place not only in pop music history, but also in the history of our time. Because it not only influenced countless young people, but also significantly influenced the politics and society of our time.


Paul Mc Cartney

Andy Warhol was an American artist who became an icon of pop art in the 1960s. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1928, the son of a Czech immigrant, and spent his childhood in a working-class neighborhood. Warhol's father died when he was a teenager, leaving his mother to care for the family. After graduating from high school, Warhol went to New York City to work as an illustrator and designer.

In the 1950s, Warhol established himself as one of the leading commercial artists in New York. He developed a distinctive style based on simple lines and bold colors. In the 1960s, Warhol began to transfer this style to canvases, revolutionizing pop art. Among his most famous works are the series "Campbell's Soup Cans" and the painting "Marilyn Diptych". In the 1970s, Warhol devoted more and more time to filmmaking and founded the "Factory" studio, where numerous art and culture films were made. Andy Warhol died of heart failure in 1987 at the age of 58.

Andy Warhol

Chester Bennington was an American singer and music producer. He was the frontman of the rock band Linkin Park. Chester Bennington died of suicide on July 20, 2017 at the age of 41.

Chester Bennington was born on March 20, 1976 in Phoenix, Arizona. His parents were Sharon and Randy Bennington. From a young age he was interested in art and music. As a teenager, he formed the band Grey Daze, which was later renamed Linkin Park. Chester Bennington was the singer and songwriter of the band. Linkin Park's first EP was released in 1998 and the debut album "Hybrid Theory" in 2001.

The music of Linkin Park is a mixture of alternative rock, rap and metal. The lyrics often address topics such as fear, pain, death and depression. The first two albums of Linkin Park were sold millions of copies worldwide and are very successful . In the following years, the band released more albums, including live albums and remix albums .

Chester Bennington was a member of numerous charities, including the suicide prevention hotline.

Chester Bennington

Janis Joplin was one of the most important US singers of the 1960s and 70s. She sold more than 15 million albums worldwide and was admired for her stage presence and impressive voice. Janis Joplin died of heroin poisoning in 1971.

Janis Joplin was born in Port Arthur, Texas in 1943. She was the oldest of six children and grew up in difficult financial circumstances. After the death of her father, the family fell on hard times. Janis Joplin herself also suffered from depression and anxiety. In school, she broke off her studies several times and worked instead at various companies as a secretary or telephone operator. In 1966, she met the musician Big Mike (Michael Peter Balzary), with whom she lived from then on.

At the end of the 1960s, Janis Joplin performed with various bands and recorded her first solo albums. Her debut album "Big Brother and the Holding Company" was released in 1968 and became a great success. The LP included the song "Piece of My Heart", which became one of her most famous works. Janis Joplin toured a lot during this time to promote the new CD - including in May 1970 in Cologne, where she gave a legendary concert.

The last album of Janis Joplin was released posthumously in 1972 under the title "Pearl". It contains the singer's most famous songs, including "Me and Bobby McGee" and "Mercedes Benz." To this day, it is the best-selling album of Janis Joplin ever.




Janis Joplin

Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta on March 28, 1986, is an American singer, songwriter and actress. With her extraordinary stage shows, creative videos and provocative outfits, she has attracted media attention since her debut album "The Fame" in 2008. Gaga has sold more than 150 million albums worldwide in recent years and is one of the most successful artists of all time.

Lady Gaga is known for her support of the LGBT community and other social and political movements. For example, she has campaigned for the rights of women, migrants and refugees. As part of her "Born This Way Foundation," she stands up for young people who suffer from bullying or discrimination.

Gaga is also known for her music, which often deals with social and political issues. In her songs, she sings about self-love, sexual freedom, feminism and other issues that are important to young people. Her hit song "Born This Way" became the international anthem of the LGBT movement. With her music, Gaga wants to inspire people to live their true selves, regardless of conventions or prejudices.

Lady Gaga

Louis Armstrong, born August 4, 1901 in New Orleans, Louisiana, was a famous jazz musician and singer. He is considered one of the most important pioneers of jazz and had a significant influence on the music. With his unique style and incomparable voice, he inspired millions of people around the world. Armstrong was also a political activist and campaigned for the rights of the black population in the USA. Through his music and his commitment to equality, he was instrumental in changing the image of African Americans in the US.

Armstrong began his musical career in New Orleans in the 1920s. In the 1930s, he moved to Chicago, where he quickly became a famous jazz musician. He played in many famous bands, including the Louis Armstrong and His Hot Five and the Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven. In the 1940s, he also recorded solo albums and toured worldwide with his music. In addition to his musical career, Armstrong was also politically active and supported numerous movements for equal rights for black people in the United States.
Armstrong died of cancer on July 6, 1971, at the age of 69. His legacy lives on in his music and in the hearts of the people who loved him.

Louis Armstrong

David Bowie was one of the most influential musicians of the last 50 years. He changed pop music and shaped an entire generation. Bowie was born in London on January 8, 1947 and died on January 10, 2016, just two days after his 69th birthday.

Bowie grew up in an artistic family. His father worked as an art dealer, and his mother was a jazz singer. Bowie himself was interested in music and art from an early age. At the age of 13 he got his first guitar and took lessons from a jazz guitarist. Soon after, he also began to play the saxophone.

Bowie's musical career began in the 1960s with the band The Konrads. With his second band, The Mannish Boys, he recorded his first single in 1965, but it was not successful. In 1966 Bowie formed the psychedelic rock band The Buzz and released his first album, The Prettiest Star, with them.

Bowie's breakthrough as a solo artist came in 1974 with the album "Diamond Dogs." That same year, Bowie also played his first major arena tour in the United States. In the following years, Bowie established himself as a globally successful rock star with hits such as "Fame," "Golden Years" and "Heroes."

In the 1980s, Bowie experimented with different styles of music to create his own sound. He worked with hip-hop producer Nile Rodgers on the album "Let's Dance," which was released in 1983 and became a huge success. In the 1990s and 2000s, Bowie remained creative and innovative, which brought him new fans again and again.

David Bowie was more than just a musician - he was an artist who had a major impact on pop culture. His music, stage shows and fashion influenced generations of people worldwide. He leaves behind an unforgettable musical legacy.




David Bowie

Lewis Hamilton ist ein britischer Rennfahrer, der zurzeit für Mercedes in der Formel 1 fährt. Hamilton wurde am 7. Januar 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, Großbritannien, geboren. Er ist der Sohn von Anthony Hamilton und Carmen Larbalestier. Hamilton hat eine ältere Schwester namens Nicola und einen jüngeren Bruder namens Nicolas.

Hamilton begann im Alter von acht Jahren mit dem Kartfahren und gewann sein erstes Rennen im Alter von zehn Jahren. 1998 wurde er Mitglied des McLaren-Mercedes-Juniorenprogramms. 2001 stieg Hamilton in die Formel 3 Euroserie auf und gewann die Meisterschaft 2002. 2003 wechselte er in die GP2-Serie und gewann 2004 die Meisterschaft.

Am 11. November 2006 unterschrieb Hamilton einen Vertrag mit McLaren-Mercedes für die Formel-1-Saison 2007 als Ersatz für den zurückgetretenen Juan Pablo Montoya. Im selben Jahr gewann Hamilton das Rennen in Australien, was sein erstes Formel-1-Rennen war. 2007 beendete Hamilton das Formel-1-Rennen in Japan auf dem zweiten Platz hinter dem Sieger Kimi Räikkönen. Dies bedeutete, dass Hamilton als jüngster Fahrer in der Geschichte der Formel 1 den Weltmeistertitel gewonnen hatte.

Im Jahr 2008 wurde Hamilton zum besten Sportler Großbritanniens gewählt. 2009 unterschrieb Hamilton einen neuen Vertrag mit McLaren, der ihm bis 2012 ein Salär von 60 Millionen Pfund einbrachte. In der Saison 2010 fuhr Hamilton beim Großen Preis von Ungarn auf dem Hungaroring mit einem Reifenschaden aus dem Rennen und stellte somit einen neuen Formel-1-Rekord auf, indem er als erster Fahrer seit 1984 bei sieben Rennen in Folge ausschied. 2011 beendete Hamilton das Formel-1-Rennen in Belgien auf dem zweiten Platz hinter dem Sieger Sebastian Vettel.

2012 wechselte Hamilton zu Mercedes und unterschrieb einen Vertrag über drei Jahre mit einem Jahresgehalt von 15 Millionen Pfund plus Bonuszahlungen. 2013 gewann Hamilton sein zweites Formel-1-Rennen, indem er den Großen Preis von Malaysia gewann. Im selben Jahr beendete er das Formel-1-Rennen in China auf dem zweiten Platz hinter dem Sieger Sebastian Vettel.

2014 sicherte sich Hamilton den WM-Titel mit elf Punkten Vorsprung vor Nico Rosberg. Rosberg entschied sich, im folgenden Jahr gegen Hamilton anzutreten, was zu einem intensiven Zweikampf führte, der bis zum letzten Rennen andauerte. 2015 wurde Rosberg Weltmeister mit 297 Punkten, nachdem er das letzte Rennen in Abu Dhabi vor Hamilton gewonnen hatte. 2016 entschied sich Rosberg, nachdem er den Titel errungen hatte, von der Formel 1 zurückzutreten und so blieb es an Hamilton, als neuer Teamkollege Valtteri Bottas unter Vertrag zu nehmen

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