Iggy Pop, Tony Visconti lead tributes to David Bowie

The seminal artist passed away following an 18-month battle with cancer shortly after his 69th birthday and the release of 25th studio album Blackstar.

Iggy Pop:

"David’s friendship was the light of my life. I never met such a brilliant person. He was the best there is."

Tony Visconti:

"He always did what he wanted to do. And he wanted to do it his way and he wanted to do it the best way. His death was no different from his life - a work of Art. He made Blackstar for us, his parting gift. I knew for a year this was the way it would be. I wasn't, however, prepared for it. He was an extraordinary man, full of love and life. He will always be with us. For now, it is appropriate to cry."

Nile Rodgers (Chic):

Dearest David, RIP - Your life changed my life. LOVE FOREVER #NileRodgers #DavidBowieReal shot by Peter Gabriel https://t.co/lPrx66f0OM

— Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) January 11, 2016

The Rolling Stones:

The Rolling Stones are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the death of our dear friend David Bowie... 1/2

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) January 11, 2016

As well as being a wonderful and kind man, he was an extraordinary artist, and a true original. 2/2 #DavidBowie

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) January 11, 2016

Brian Eno:

Words cannot express: RIP David Bowie https://t.co/g40zLWl3qq pic.twitter.com/R94E6LMw9C

— Brian Eno (@dark_shark) January 11, 2016

Massive Attack:

Immortal unbelievable A gentleman and a hero RIP https://t.co/LfOz42cGgH https://t.co/jmg9JBGpwB

— Massive Attack (@MassiveAttackUK) January 11, 2016

Kendrick Lamar:

What a honor, what a soul. David Bowie, Spirit of Gold. RIP.

— Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) January 11, 2016

Placebo:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c14qMbmP9eg

Posted by Placebo on Monday, 11 January 2016

Emily Eavis:

This is a great moment, David Bowie on his way from the farmhouse to the Pyramid for his set at daybreak in 1971 pic.twitter.com/PCCK3tbw0B

— Emily Eavis (@emilyeavis) January 11, 2016

Michael Eavis:

"He came in '71 with lovely, long flowing hair like a hippie, he was fantastically beautiful and nobody knew who he was. He played at four in the morning at sunrise, songs that we’d never heard before and it was great fun. He's one of the three greatest, there is Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and David Bowie. I was only half awake because I'd been up all night, I thought, 'Who is this fellow?'. I've no idea now what he sang then."

Pixies:

RIP David Bowie. A true InspIration pic.twitter.com/My0BrfSqgS

— PIXIES (@PIXIES) January 11, 2016

Annie Lennox:

Legendary immortal… Head bowed to you https://t.co/TO3dtAUtis

— Annie Lennox (@AnnieLennox) January 11, 2016

Ricky Gervais:

I just lost a hero. RIP David Bowie.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) January 11, 2016

Madonna:

So lucky to have met you!!!! Hot Tramp I love you So! ❤️ #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/INKPRCeofK

— Madonna (@Madonna) January 11, 2016

Yoko Ono:

"John and David respected each other. They were well matched in intellect and talent. As John and I had very few friends we felt David was as close as family.

"After John died, David was always there for Sean and me. When Sean was at boarding school in Switzerland, David would pick him up and take him on trips to museums and let Sean hang out at his recording studio in Geneva.

"For Sean this is losing another father figure. It will be hard for him, I know. But we have some sweet memories which will stay with us forever."

Win Butler (Arcade Fire and DJ Windows 98):

Goodbye friend. So many tears, and so lucky to have passed in the same solar system. https://t.co/9PVSoi4q9b

— DJ Windows 98 (@DJWindows98) January 11, 2016

Queen:

"This is our last dance..."

Kanye West:

David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime.

— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016

German Foreign Office:

"You are now among Heroes. Thank you for helping to bring down the wall."

Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi, President Of The Pontifical Council for Culture:

Ground Control to Major Tom Commencing countdown, engines on Check ignition and may God's love be with you (David Bowie)

— Gianfranco Ravasi (@CardRavasi) January 11, 2016

Commander Chris Hadfield:

Ashes to ashes, dust to stardust. Your brilliance inspired us all. Goodbye Starman. pic.twitter.com/FbcxlAzces

— Chris Hadfield (@Cmdr_Hadfield) January 11, 2016

Regina Spektor:

Rest in peace David Bowie... Universe traveler dream bringer song singer... I'm glad you were here and will keep listening, as always...❤️

— regina spektor (@respektor) January 11, 2016

Guillermo del Toro:

Bowie existed so all of us misfits learned that an oddity was a precious thing. he changed the world forever.

— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) January 11, 2016