David Bowie: (Spaceboy)

A dynamic full-page feature in the July 6, 1974 issue of Disc Music Paper celebrating David Bowie’s triumphant American performances, highlighting his magnetic stage presence, theatrical energy, and growing superstar status during the Diamond Dogs era as he captivated audiences across the US. Publication: Disc Music Paper Date: July 6, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section: Major Artist Feature / News Page THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This prominent page leads with an ent

Extensive two-page feature on David Bowie’s Cracked Actor tour of North America, focusing on his theatrical stage performance and reception in Canada. PUBLICATION: Date: June 29, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Two-Page Spread) Title: Cracked Actor zaps Canuck Thespians THE STORY The article reviews Bowie’s dramatic stage show during the 1973 North American tour, highlighting his intense theatricality, elaborate staging, and powerful perfo

Major feature article on David Bowie’s groundbreaking stage show and the birth of a new era in rock theatre. PUBLICATION: Date: June 22, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Article Title: Bowie: birth of the new rock theatre THE STORY Chris Charlesworth reports on Bowie’s spectacular new stage production in Toronto, highlighting the theatrical elements, costumes, and innovative performance style that redefined rock shows. Includes a large portrait of Bowie

The June 22, 1974 issue of Melody Maker features a strongly critical reader’s letter titled “Bowie’s gone to the dogs!” from Michael Henderson of New House, Repton, Derby, attacking David Bowie’s recent output and artistic direction. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 22, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Letters / Mailbag (LP Winner) THE STORY The letter responds to another reader’s praise of Bowie, arguing that since the success of Ziggy Stardust, Bow

The June 15, 1974 edition of Melody Maker features a major article on the thriving British rock scene, highlighting David Bowie’s influence alongside Mott the Hoople, Roxy Music, and the rising Cockney Rebel. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Music Feature THE STORY The piece discusses the current state of British rock, spotlighting Bowie’s impact and the success of acts like Mott the Hoople and Roxy Music, while i

The NME Charts page in the June 15, 1974 issue shows David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs holding the No.1 position on the UK Albums chart. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Charts (Page 50) THE STORY The charts list (week ending Tuesday, June 11, 1974) confirms David Bowie – Diamond Dogs at No.1 on the UK Albums chart. Also notable on the page: Sparks at No.2 with “This Town Ain’t Big Enough for Both of Us” on

Spectacular two-page promotional spread for David Bowie’s album Diamond Dogs, featuring iconic surreal artwork and bold marketing as the top-selling album in the UK. PUBLICATION: Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Two-Page Advertisement Spread Title: THE YEAR OF THE DIAMOND DOGS THE STORY The dramatic spread showcases Guy Peellaert’s groundbreaking artwork with Bowie in a powerful, animalistic pose surrounded by grotesque figures. It proudly declare

NME delivers the latest music industry gossip with the headline “Britain’s brightest ditched by Yanks” focusing on Virgin Records and various UK acts being affected by American business decisions. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Thrills (Page 33) THE STORY The page reports on Virgin Records facing difficulties with American partners, artists being dropped or affected by US market decisions, stories i

A page from Disc magazine featuring a preview of David Bowie’s upcoming Diamond Dogs tour alongside an article on Roy Wood’s latest musical ventures, capturing the vibrant British music scene of the era. Publication: Disc Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News / Features page Title: BOWIE TOUR PREVIEW THE STORY The page prominently displays a “BOWIE TOUR PREVIEW” for his post-retirement North American tour starting in Montreal, detailing the Diamond

reader questions, opinions, and music scene commentary, including references to David Bowie and the broader 1974 rock landscape. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Letters / Reader column Title: GASBAG THE STORY This page features the NME reader column “GASBAG,” packed with letters from fans and responses covering various topics in the 1974 music scene. The layout includes a prominent black-and-white photograph o