Been a massive fan since 1992. Seen him 23 times live in Europe, USA and here in Oz. His 90s output, 1. Outside, Earthling and The Buddha Of Suburbia in particular were smashing records. Heathen in 2002 was a true return to form and unlike his peers he has been touring obscure and new songs to very youthful crowds since 1995 with grand style.
If you want to witness a quality live show then buy the Reality tour film from 2003. Great show packed with hits, rare gems and new material. His reworking of Loving The Alien was sublime. It was filmed in Dublin and I was there both nights. Best two nights of my life.
Fave albums are Station To Station, Low, Lodger, 1. Outside, Heathen and Diamond Dogs. Fave songs are Fantastic Voyage, A New Career In A New Town, Scream Like A Baby, New Killer Star and Big Brother. He has influenced many of today's modern acts with Blur, Placebo, NIN, Arcade Fire, Dandy Warhols, Suede, Pulp, Nirvana, Morrissey, The Killers, Divine Comedy, Powderfinger and many others admitting he has had a large influence on their music.
Probably more influencial than The Beatles imo