David Bowie: (Spaceboy)

This rare original 1972 concert handbill for David Bowie & The Spiders from Mars is personally hand-signed by Bowie, promoting his sold-out performance at Ellis Auditorium in Memphis during the Ziggy Stardust tour. Publication: Original Promotional Handbill / Flyer Date: September 24, 1972 Country: United States Location: Memphis, Tennessee Section: Concert Promotion (Autographed Memorabilia) THE STORY The handbill features a striking blue star design with a photo of Bowie, a

This original 1972 promotional handbill for David Bowie & The Spiders from Mars advertises the Mid-America Premier performance at Ellis Auditorium in Memphis during the Ziggy Stardust era. Publication: Original Promotional Handbill / Flyer Date: September 24, 1972 Country: United States Location: Memphis, Tennessee Section: Concert Promotion (Memorabilia) THE STORY This variant handbill features a full-length image of Bowie in his Ziggy-era patterned jacket, seated on a stool

This Record Mirror concert advertisement from July 29, 1972 announces an additional London performance by David Bowie following the sell‑out of his August 19 show. The extra date, August 20 at 7:30 p.m., features Roxy Music and Lloyd Watson as supporting acts, marking a significant moment in Bowie’s early 1970s live career. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom Presented by promoter Mel Bush, the advert highlights Bowie’s growing popularity d

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Rolling Stone Date: July 20 1972 Country: United States Section / Pages: Album Review Title: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust  and the Spiders from Mars Writer: Richard Cromelin This Rolling Stone review by Richard Cromelin David Bowie’s landmark album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars. Cromelin situates Bowie’s work within the emerging glam‑rock movement, describing the record as a theatrical fusion of science fic

The July 15, 1972 edition reviews David Bowie’s concert at London’s Royal Festival Hall, declaring that a star is born after a triumphant performance that included a surprise appearance by Lou Reed. Publication: Caught in the Act Date: July 15, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The review describes Bowie leaving the stage as a true 1972-style pop giant after a show full of glitter, panache and pace. An unadvertised appearance by Lou Reed boosted the magic, with the pair performing

A densely packed and highly informative Melody Maker "What's On" pull-out page from July 8, 1972, serving as the essential weekly gig guide for music fans, prominently featuring major upcoming concerts with David Bowie and Lou Reed alongside a wide array of other notable acts during the vibrant summer of the early glam and underground rock boom. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / Gig Guide THE STORY WHAT THE CLIP

A highly anticipated and eye-catching NME "What's On Pull-Out" page speculating on the possibility of Lou Reed joining David Bowie on stage, capturing the excitement and buzz surrounding two of the most influential figures in early 1970s rock during a pivotal summer for both artists. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / News & Preview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This pull-out page creates huge an

A striking full-page Melody Maker feature celebrating David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust phenomenon, expressing gratitude to fans and capturing the electric excitement of his breakthrough live shows during the summer of 1972. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Full-Page Feature / Advert THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This dynamic page thanks fans for embracing Ziggy Stardust and celebrates the incredible audience reaction to Bowie’s liv

On July 6, 1972, David Bowie performed “Starman” on BBC’s Top of the Pops, delivering a groundbreaking moment that changed pop culture forever and launched the Ziggy Stardust era. Publication / Source: BBC Top of the Pops Date: Broadcast July 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY Wearing a vibrant red mullet, quilted jumpsuit, and full makeup, Bowie casually draped his arm around Mick Ronson during the chorus and pointed d

A dynamic Melody Maker live review and photo feature capturing David Bowie in performance during his rapid rise in 1972, highlighting his charismatic stage presence and the growing excitement around his music and Ziggy Stardust persona. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 1, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Live Review / Caught In The Act THE STORY Michael Watts’ review describes a memorable David Bowie show, focusing on his magnetic performance, the theatrical elements