A dramatic full-page advertisement promoting David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust performing at the Royal Festival Hall in aid of Friends of the Earth. Can a young guy who went through truly incredible “Changes” and made it all “Hunky Dory” ever find true happiness as a “Starman”? New Musical Express Date: June 10, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie live as Ziggy Stardust at the Royal Festival Hall on July 8th • Benefit show in aid of Friends of the Earth

A short but striking news item announces that David Bowie and Mott The Hoople will jointly headline a special charity concert at London’s Royal Festival Hall on July 8 to “Save The Whale.” The piece highlights the environmental cause, ticket prices, and Bowie’s dual role as both performer and producer for Mott The Hoople and Lou Reed. This June 1972 NME report captures Bowie at the height of his early Ziggy-era momentum, using his rising fame to support the Friends of the Ear