David Bowie: (Spaceboy)

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”.

This two‑page NME feature, written by Roy Carr and Charles Shaar Murray, serves as both a retrospective and a promotional

This Disc issue from May 4 1974 captures a vibrant cross‑section of mid‑’70s rock activity, spotlighting David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Roy Wood — three artists navigating distinct creative phases yet united by their restless innovation.

In May 1974, Creem — America’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll Magazine — celebrated the biggest names in rock with a star-packed cover highlighting the winners of their annual readers’ poll. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Creem Date: May 1974 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This vibrant cover showcases a grid of rock stars under the headline “THE WINNERS!”, featuring Alice Cooper, David Bowie, Jimmy Page, Led Zeppelin, The Who, The Kinks, and many more. It also

This short news report announces David Bowie's forthcoming television special, marking his first major recorded appearance since revealing that he intended to stop touring. The programme was designed to showcase Bowie's interpretations of classic British rock and pop songs that would later appear on the album Pin Ups. Publication: The Los Angeles Times Date: October 2, 1973 Country: United States Under the headline "David Bowie Set For TV Special", the article reports that Da

A striking and iconic Record Mirror magazine cover featuring David Bowie in full Ziggy Stardust-era glamour, capturing him at the absolute peak of his early 1970s superstardom and cultural influence as one of the defining stars of the glam rock explosion. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 21, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This iconic cover showcases David Bowie during the height of Ziggy-mania, with bold headlines te

This Melody Maker “Mailbag” feature from July 1973 presents a reader’s letter titled “Alice, Bowie — victims of Vietnam,” reflecting on how the cultural climate of the late 1960s and early 1970s shaped artists like Alice Cooper and David Bowie. The piece argues that their theatricality and alienation stemmed from the social upheaval and disillusionment of the Vietnam War era. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14 1973 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The letter opens b

The July 14, 1973 edition of Melody Maker examines David Bowie’s announcement that he is quitting live performance, with comments from Mick Ronson and Roy Hollingworth insisting he will be back. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Mick Ronson, interviewed in London’s Hertford Hotel hours before the final Hammersmith Odeon concert, states that Bowie has to keep changing and that this is not the end. He talks about future plans including films

This Melody Maker music‑paper clipping from July 1973 captures the aftermath of David Bowie’s legendary “farewell” concert at London’s Hammersmith Odeon. The photograph shows Bowie seated with Lou Reed and Mick Jagger at his post‑show party, marking the end of the Ziggy Stardust era and the beginning of a new creative chapter. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14 1973 Country: United Kingdom The page features several short news items from the week’s music scene. The cent

This Melody Maker feature captures the aftermath of David Bowie’s dramatic announcement at the Hammersmith Odeon that he was retiring from live performance. The publication revisits its earlier February report predicting Bowie’s withdrawal, asserting “we told you so!” while reflecting on the shockwaves that rippled through fans and the music press. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14 1973 Country: United Kingdom The article opens with the headline “Bowie’s Last Tour?” a