David Bowie: (Spaceboy)

Melody Maker – July 3, 1976 TOP OF THE POPS feature One-page article covering the BBC Television Centre recording of Top of the Pops Article Highlights The article questions whether Top of the Pops has become “just a boring plug show?” It details the filming day at the BBC Television Centre in London on a Wednesday, featuring performances and appearances by David Bowie, Rod Stewart, and others. The piece discusses the production of the show, including the set, atmosphere, and

Full-page promotional advertisement in Rolling Stone for David Bowie’s first official greatest hits compilation album ChangesOneBowie. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: July 1, 1976 Country: United States Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: CHANGESONEBOWIE — HIS GREATEST HITS THE STORY The ad features a striking close-up portrait of Bowie with the bold title “CHANGESONEBOWIE” (with “ONE” in red). It promotes the album containing his biggest hits including “Space

This Melody Maker full-page advert from May 29 1976 promotes David Bowie's first compilation album ChangesOneBowie, released by RCA Records. The design features a striking monochrome photograph of Bowie performing, his arm raised dramatically against a backdrop of stage lights - a visual emblem of his mid-'70s persona. Below the image, the tracklist is presented in alternating black and red typography, emphasizing Bowie's most defining singles from 1969 to 1976

In late May 1976, the British tabloids and music press were buzzing with scandalous photos of David Bowie kissing Romy Haag in Paris — sparking rumours that sent gossip columns into overdrive. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 29, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Gossip Page HE STORY This sensational gossip piece reports on David Bowie being seen in Paris with Romy Haag, a well-known performer. The article speculates on Ang

A full-page review from New Musical Express dated May 29, 1976, discussing David Bowie’s new compilation album ChangesOneBowie SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 29, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Album Review / Feature THE STORY The review examines ChangesOneBowie, Bowie’s first major career retrospective, which brings together key tracks from 1969 to 1976. The writer reflects on Bowie’s rapid artistic evolution, from the early fol

A feature review from Melody Maker covering the release of David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs album, written by Chris Charlesworth in New York. The article highlights Bowie’s evolving production style and the influence of Phil Spector’s “Wall of Sound”.

A landmark compilation album from David Bowie, released on RCA Records (catalogue RS 1055) on May 20, 1976 RELEASE DETAILS Artist: David Bowie Label: RCA Records Date: May 20, 1976 Catalogue: RS 1055 Format: LP Country: United Kingdom THE STORY David Bowie’s first major career-spanning compilation album, bringing together key tracks from 1969 to 1976. ChangesOneBowie served as the definitive introduction to his rapidly evolving 1970s output for many listeners. CONTEXT & NOTES

The article analyses Bowie’s transformation following his film role in The Man Who Fell to Earth and the release of Station to Station. Bell compares Bowie’s stage presence to Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and James Brown, suggesting that Bowie’s new persona blends sophistication with alien detachment. The review praises his vocal control and theatrical precision while questioning the emotional distance of his performance. The accompanying photographs capture Bowie’s stark, min

This Melody Maker front‑page feature from May 15 1976 captures David Bowie at the height of his Station to Station era, under the headline “David, the Goliath!”. The cover photograph shows Bowie performing live, microphone poised, his slicked‑back hair and stark lighting defining the Thin White Duke persona.

A punchy, poster‑style Bowie Scrapbook entry built around the explosive energy of “Suffragette City” — a one‑page celebration of the single’s reissue, its immortal catchphrase, and its place in the growing mythology of the Ziggy‑era.