Bowie Biggest Influence On Secret Machines

I’m stuck with a valuable friend…

David Bowie has long sung the praises of Secret Machines, from a journal entry way back in October of 2004 and as recently as November last year (11.17.05 NEWS: THE DAVID BOWIE NYC GIG GUIDE) when he had this to say about them:

“The great news this week is that The Secret Machines have finished their new album and I hope to get a copy shortly. This maybe my band for 2006. You’ve read it here, Sunshine. They will be playing Webster Hall on Dec 1st. Be there or be square.”

Of course, that new album, Ten Silver Drops, has been available via iTunes since February 27th and has a general release date of April 24th/25th. Those of you who have already downloaded the album will know that David’s love of the band is fully justified. It’s another cracker.

Anyway, front man Brandon Curtis has returned the compliments in the current issue of NME (18 MARCH 2006). In the magazine’s regular The Recommender feature, he has this to say about our man:

“I love the candour and sense of humour of David Bowie, and his ability to transmigrate souls within a few years. I love the way he morphs but always stays truthful and never tells you what he’s thinking.”

Couldn’t agree more Brandon, I’ve been complimenting David on his superb transmigrating abilities for years now.