Nov 252014
 

If you are lucky enough to be in Chicago during the brutal winter season, know that there is one thing that is sure to cheer you up: The David Bowie Is retrospective currently on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Hardcore Ziggy Stardust fans and celebrities alike have been flocking to the retrospective to get take a glimpse at some of the most intimate moments of David Bowie‘s career. Recently, of Montreal‘s lead singer Kevin Barnes took to the stage at the MCA to celebrate Bowie as well.

Barnes covered both “Moonage Daydream” and “Hang Onto Yourself,” and also provided an interview on how Bowie shaped his career. Watch both covers (and the interview, if it tickles your fancy) below:

Kevin Barnes “Moonage Daydream” (David Bowie cover)

Kevin Barnes “Hang Onto Yourself” (David Bowie Cover)

Kevin Barnes – Interview about David Bowie at Chicago’s MCA.

Listen to more of Montreal on the band’s official website.

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