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China Girl (1983)
Sexual imagery assured it's position on MTV.

Anchored Bowie as a subversive icon, going against the normal conventions of the industry.

Also showed Bowie to be a pioneer, as MTV was in it's infancy at the time.

-Helps appeal to audiences who shared a similar subversive ideology.
Bowie Net (1998)
BowieNet reinforced Bowie as a pioneering figure, as he was the earliest example of a musician using the internet to influence audiences.

BowieNet allowed for live chats, allowing a direct conversation between a collection of fans and a musician.

-Helped inspire brand loyalty, which would lead to an ever developing fanbase
Where are we now (2013)
Released first single without any information leaked online and without any rumours.

Helps create a sense of enigma

-Leaves audiences expectant of his next action, which further increases fan devotion
Valentine's Day (2013)
Released music video on YouTube and Facebook

Reinforced his image as being current with the meida, through his use of social media.

Helps appeal to a younger audience who may not be familiar with him.

-Also appeals to older audiences who know him though his cycles of reinvention.