Peter Schilling
Peter Schilling (born Pierre Michael Schilling on January 28, 1956, in Stuttgart, Germany) is a German synth-pop musician, best known for his global 1983 hit "Major Tom (Coming Home)," a retelling of David Bowie's "Space Oddity," exploring sci-fi themes. After initial German success with the song, an English version became an international sensation, appearing on his album Error in the System. Despite challenges and a hiatus, he continued releasing music, including hits like "The Different Story," and later formed the band Space Pilots.
Known For
- Major Tom (Coming Home) [Director's Cut]
- Major Tom
- Major Tom (Coming Home)
- Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)
- Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)
Discography Highlights
- 40 Years of Major Tom - New Adventures 2023
- Vis Viva 2020
- DNA 2014
- Emotionen sind männlich 2007
- Das Prinzip Mensch 2006
Similar Artists
- Nena
- Falco
- Alphaville
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- After the Fire
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Soundtrack Appearances
Atomic Blonde (2017) - 1 song(s)
Movie
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Lorraine shows up in West Berlin and promptly takes down some of Bremovych's goons.