Following yesterday's reports that Bowie had been cremated privately in New York as he didn't wish to have a funeral, his family has released their first joint statement regarding the 69-year-old's death. It reads:
“The family of David Bowie is currently making arrangements for a private ceremony celebrating the memory of their beloved husband, father and friend.
They ask once again that their privacy be respected at this most sensitive of times.
We are overwhelmed by and grateful for the love and support shown throughout the world.
However, it is important to note that while the concerts and tributes planned for the coming weeks are all welcome, none are official memorials organized or endorsed by the family.
Just as each and every one of us found something unique in David's music, we welcome everyone's celebration of his life as they see fit.”
A tribute concert, which was planned before his death, will go ahead on March 31st at New York's Carnegie Hall, with acts such as The Roots, Cyndi Lauper and his producer/collaborator Tony Visconti confirmed to perform.
