Peter Noone stepped out from his role as the fresh-faced frontman of Herman’s Hermits to launch his solo career. Choosing a brand-new song by the then still-emerging David Bowie, Noone delivered a bright, upbeat cover of “Oh You Pretty Thing.” The track showcased his clear, melodic voice and added a polished pop sheen to Bowie’s quirky, androgynous original. Released on April 30, 1971, the single appeared on RAK Records under catalogue number RAK 114. Backed with “Together Fo