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Lulu’s "The Man Who Sold The World", a one-page advert in New Musical Express, January 19, 1974.

Studio 2, Olympic Studios, 117 Church Road Barnes, South West London, England During the Diamond Dogs sessions on January 24, 1974 visitors included Mick Jagger, Pete Townshend, Ronnie Wood, and Rod Stewart, who contributed an uncredited sample from the opening track of Coast To Coast: Overtures And Beginners, The Faces' live album released two weeks earlier. Bowie used the crowd's roar and Rod Stewart's "Hey!" greeting for the beginning of 'Diamond Dogs'.

Bowie's 1974 Music Star Spotlight Published in the UK on January 19, 1974, Music Star Magazine’s one-page article “Bowie Music Star” featured David Bowie at the height of his Ziggy Stardust fame. Publication Details Magazine: Music Star (UK). Date: January 19, 1974. Format: One-page poster

Lulu's Bowie-Produced NME Promo Published in the UK on January 19, 1974, New Musical Express’s one-page advert promoted Lulu’s new single “The Man Who Sold The World” backed with “Watch That Man.” The ad highlighted that both tracks were produced and arranged by David Bowie and Mick Ronson for Mainman, positioning it as a major Bowie-related release. Marketed by Polydor Limited (catalogue: 2001 490), it was described as a product of Chelsea Record Corporation. Advert Text LUL

The Tour That Hit NME Teazers Published in the UK on January 17, 1974, New Musical Express’s article “Bowie UK Dates” detailed David Bowie’s upcoming tour plans and the latest news surrounding his career. The piece confirmed the continuation of all scheduled European and English dates (April–May) despite Bowie’s recent termination of business dealings with lawyer/adviser Michael Lippman. It announced rehearsals in Jamaica at Keith Richards’ house (with Keith absent), featuri

Bowie's Lippman Management Break Published in the UK on January 17, 1974, Melody Maker’s one-page article “Bowie In Surprise Split” announced David Bowie’s sudden parting with his lawyer/manager Michael Lippman. In a brief statement issued by Bowie’s public relations firm on Thursday, Bowie confirmed Lippman no longer represented him in any capacity. Inquiries about business matters were to be directed to Patrick Gibbons, a longtime Bowie associate who had previously worked f

Bowie's Cover Album US Push Published in the US on January 17, 1974, Rolling Stone’s one-page advert promoted David Bowie’s Pinups — his seventh studio album, a collection of covers of his favourite 1960s songs. The ad highlighted the album’s nostalgic glam-rock take on tracks by The Pretty Things, The Kinks, The Who, Them, Pink Floyd, The Yardbirds, The Easybeats, and more, positioning it as a bold celebration of British rock history during Bowie’s peak Ziggy-era fame. Adver

A Melody Maker Tour & Album Tease Published in the UK on January 13, 1974, Melody Maker’s one-page article “Bowie Returns to America” announced David Bowie’s second US tour in the Spring with his newly expanded Spiders from Mars line-up. The piece also revealed plans for at least two albums that year, including one recorded live from concerts on his first American tour in 1973. A key early 1974 Bowie press moment during the Ziggy Stardust era wind-down. Article Overview Publi

A Lulu Bowie Glam Cover Spotlight Published in the UK on January 12, 1974, this one-page review covered Lulu’s “The Man Who Sold The World” — her dramatic glam-rock cover of David Bowie’s 1970 classic, backed with “Watch That Man.” Produced by Bowie & Mick Ronson, the review captured the excitement of Lulu’s bold reinvention and Bowie’s rising influence. A key early 1974 press moment for the Bowie/Lulu collaboration. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: Unknown (UK m

A Scrapbook Bowie Glam Cut Alternate Subheading Options: 1. Bowie's Red Army Shock 2. The Red That Hit Scrapbook 3. 1974's Ziggy Rebellion Published in the UK on January 12, 1974, Scrapbook’s one-page cutting “The Red Army!” captured David Bowie in full Ziggy Stardust-era rebellion — a striking image and text piece showcasing his red-haired, theatrical persona amid the glam rock revolution. A bold, visual snapshot of Bowie’s 1974 dominance. Article Overview Publication De