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David Bowie: When will we get that new album?

David Bowie released a new song as a surprise on Jan. 8, his 66th birthday, and a new album is also on the way. Bowie is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

By Associated Press / January 9, 2013

David Bowie's new song in 10 years is titled 'Where Are We Now?'

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David Bowie is celebrating his birthday by releasing new music.

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The English singer announced Tuesday, his 66th birthday, that he has released his first song in 10 years titled "Where Are We Now?"

A new album, "The Next Day," will be out March 11 and 12 in the United Kingdom and the United States, respectively.

The slow groove was released on iTunes and in 119 countries. It was produced by longtime collaborator Tony Visconti.

Bowie's last album was 2003's "Reality." The fashion forward singer debuted in the 1960s, releasing multiple successful albums with sounds that range from rock to pop to glam rock to soul and funk.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer's hits include "Let's Dance," ''China Girl," ''Fame" and "Dancing In the Street."

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