Chris Hadfield & Rick Wakeman Space Oddity

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At STARMUS III: Beyond the Horizon, astronaut Chris Hadfield and iconic musician Rick Wakeman came together on stage for a breathtaking performance of David Bowie's Space Oddity.

Chris Hadfield – The Canadian astronaut known for his incredible social media presence and communication from space, Hadfield brought the wonders of the cosmos directly to Earth. As the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, his ability to connect people to space exploration through storytelling and music made him a global inspiration.

Rick Wakeman – A friend of STARMUS and renowned keyboardist of the progressive rock band Yes, Wakeman has composed unforgettable music for space-themed events, including the STARMUS Theme. As a member of the progressive rock community, Wakeman's contributions to music are legendary, and his performances at STARMUS continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

STARMUS III, held in 2016 across Tenerife and La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain, celebrated the legacy of Stephen Hawking, the brilliant theoretical physicist who made groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of the universe. The festival brought together leading scientists, Nobel laureates, and global thinkers in honor of Hawking's extraordinary life and work.

In addition to Hadfield and Wakeman, the event featured awe-inspiring talks and performances from luminaries such as Neil deGrasse Tyson, Brian Cox, Richard Dawkins, and many more. It was a truly unique experience that blended the worlds of science, art, and music.

This performance encapsulates the spirit of STARMUS: uniting diverse fields to explore the mysteries of space and time.

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