David Bowie has confirmed his new album will be called Blackstar and released on his 69th birthday on 8 January. The singer made the announcement on his official website and Facebook page, adding that Blackstar will also be the title of his forthcoming single. The 7-song LP was reportedly recorded at the Magic Shop studio in New York with local jazz musicians The album will follow-up 2013’s The Next Day, but any signs of a future tour from Bowie seem close to zero.