A full-page Creem Magazine advertisement promoting David Bowie’s *Diamond Dogs* album and the upcoming North American tour. “Diamond Dogs.” A new album by Bowie. On stage soon. Creem Magazine Date: August 1, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Full-colour reproduction of the iconic and controversial *Diamond Dogs* album cover featuring Bowie in his predatory crawling pose with the grotesque dog-human figures • “On stage soon” list of North American tour dates r

A razor‑sharp burst of art‑pop energy, “Amateur Hour” captures Sparks at their most eccentric, melodic, and theatrically inventive. Released on July 12, 1974, “Amateur Hour” became Sparks’ second major UK hit during their breakthrough *Kimono My House* era. Backed with “Lost and Found,” the single showcased the Mael brothers’ distinctive blend of operatic vocals, angular guitar work, and witty, hyper‑stylised songwriting. Issued by Island Records under catalogue number WIP 62

A vibrant Music Star cover and feature spotlighting Slade’s flamboyant guitarist Dave Hill, celebrating his larger-than-life image and the band’s continued dominance in the glam rock scene. Dave Hill — the glittering, mirror-balled showman of Slade — takes centre stage. Music Star Date: July 6, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Dave Hill featured prominently on the Music Star cover • Focus on his extravagant stage outfits and wild hairstyle • Slade riding hi

A glowing Disc review celebrating David Bowie’s spectacular *Diamond Dogs* tour performance, praising his commanding stage presence, vocal delivery, and the elaborate theatrical production that left audiences in awe. Bowie delivers a dazzling, high-energy show that blends rock power with cinematic spectacle. Disc Date: July 6, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Rave review of Bowie’s *Diamond Dogs* tour concert • Praise for his singing, dancing, and magnetic s

A powerful one-page New Musical Express advertisement promoting the title track single from David Bowie’s *Diamond Dogs* album. A New Single — Diamond Dogs. New Musical Express Date: June 29, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Striking black-and-white image of Bowie in his iconic crawling, half-dog pose from the *Diamond Dogs* artwork • Large, bold “BOWIE” headline at the top • Prominent announcement “A NEW SINGLE DIAMOND DOGS” • Reference to the track comin

A vivid two-page NME review of David Bowie’s ambitious *Diamond Dogs* theatrical production during its North American tour, focusing on the elaborate stage set, performance energy, and audience reaction in Toronto. Bowie brings dystopian rock theatre to Canada — part concert, part spectacle. New Musical Express Date: June 29, 1974 Length: 6 min read 📰 Key Highlights • In-depth review of Bowie’s *Diamond Dogs* stage show in Toronto • Detailed description of the futuris

Released in the UK on June 28, 1974, Slade’s “The Bangin’ Man,” backed with “She Did It to Me,” appeared as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor Records (2058 500). Written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea, the track was a standalone non‑album single issued between *Old New Borrowed and Blue* and *Slade in Flame*. A high‑energy glam‑rock and power‑pop anthem driven by raucous guitars, thundering bass, and Holder’s unmistakable vocals, it entered the UK Singles Chart in early July, pea

A powerful one-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting the title track single from David Bowie’s album *Diamond Dogs*. A New Single — Diamond Dogs. Melody Maker Date: June 22, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Striking black-and-white image of Bowie in his iconic crawling, half-dog pose from the *Diamond Dogs* artwork • Bold headline “BOWIE” at the top with “A NEW SINGLE DIAMOND DOGS” below • Reference to the track coming from the top-selling album *Diamon

A major Melody Maker report from Toronto on David Bowie’s spectacular new *Diamond Dogs* stage show, describing it as a groundbreaking fusion of rock concert and theatrical spectacle. Bowie raises the bar for live rock with an ambitious, cinematic production that stunned audiences on the opening night of his North American tour. Melody Maker Date: June 22, 1974 Length: 6 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Detailed review of Bowie’s elaborate *Diamond Dogs* stage production •

A dramatic two-page Melody Maker advertisement celebrating *Diamond Dogs* as the top-selling album in the UK. The Year of the Diamond Dogs — The top selling album in the U.K. Melody Maker Date: June 15, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bold red headline “THE YEAR OF THE” paired with striking imagery from the *Diamond Dogs* album • Prominent announcement that *Diamond Dogs* is the top-selling album in the UK • Iconic album cover elements including Bowie in h