David Bowie Mural, Brixton
About David Bowie Mural, Brixton
A mural of David Bowie as Aladdin Sane, opposite Brixton station near where he was born. It became a memorial to the singer after his death in 2016.
History
Australian artist James Cochran, who works as Jimmy C, painted the mural in 2013. It shows Bowie with the lightning bolt from his 1973 album Aladdin Sane.
When Bowie died in January 2016, thousands of fans gathered at the mural to leave flowers and messages. It has since been protected and remains a place for fans to visit.
What to Expect
The mural is on Tunstall Road, on the side of the Morleys department store, directly opposite the station exit. It takes a few minutes to see, so combine it with Brixton's markets, food stalls and music venues.
Known For
Highlights
- Opposite Brixton Underground station
- Flowers and messages left by fans
- Brixton Village and Market Row nearby
- Bowie was born a short walk away on Stansfield Road
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the David Bowie mural in Brixton?
- It is on Tunstall Road, on the side of the Morleys store, opposite Brixton Underground station.
- Who painted the Brixton Bowie mural?
- It was painted in 2013 by the Australian street artist James Cochran, known as Jimmy C.
- Was David Bowie born in Brixton?
- Yes. He was born in 1947 at 40 Stansfield Road, a short walk from the mural.
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