A full-page Disc advertisement promoting Mick Ronson’s solo single “Love Me Tender”. Love Me Tender — Mick Ronson. A single APBO 0212. Disc Date: January 26, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Close-up black-and-white portrait of Mick Ronson with striking blonde hair and striped top • Bold headline “LOVE ME TENDER” and artist name “MICK RONSON” • Catalogue number APBO 0212 clearly displayed • MainMan and RCA Records and Tapes branding • Tie-in to his post-S

A detailed Melody Maker report on David Bowie’s plans to return to the United States in the spring for the second leg of his tour with an expanded Spiders From Mars line-up, while finishing a new studio album at Trident Studios in London. Bowie expands the Spiders and prepares for a major American return. Melody Maker Date: January 13, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bowie heading back to America in spring for the second leg of his tour • Expanded Spiders F

A glowing review of David Bowie’s Santa Monica shows praises the Ziggy Stardust performance as a beautifully designed, varied, and stunning programme that confirmed Bowie as one of the most gifted and commanding artists to emerge in years. The writer highlights Bowie’s strong singing, clear PA sound, and confident command of the stage, noting how he wisely avoided over-the-top theatrics to let the songs shine. This November 1972 Melody Maker review captures Bowie during his f

A dynamic full-page RCA Records advertisement announcing David Bowie’s first-ever American performances as Ziggy Stardust. David Bowie on tour: His first American performances. Rolling Stone Date: September 28, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie’s debut US tour with The Spiders From Mars • Striking full-page action shot of Bowie in full Ziggy costume performing a high kick • Detailed concert itinerary listing dates from September 22 to October 20,

A striking full-page advertisement promoting David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust in concert at the Rainbow Theatre, with an extensive UK tour list following the legendary shows. David Bowie is Ziggy Stardust — live at the Rainbow. New Musical Express Date: August 19, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bold announcement: “David Bowie is Ziggy Stardust live at the Rainbow” • Iconic full-page photograph of Bowie in full Ziggy costume (open floral jacket, white trousers

A highly enthusiastic review declares David Bowie’s *The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars* a near-perfect rock album, awarding it “at least a 99” and hailing it as a dazzling, theatrical masterpiece. The reviewer praises the album’s conceptual brilliance, Bowie’s commanding performance, and the Spiders’ tight, dynamic playing. This July 1972 Rolling Stone review captures the exact moment Ziggy Stardust arrived as a cultural phenomenon, cementing Bowie

A pair of classic Friars Promotions advertisements for David Bowie with The Spiders From Mars at Civic Hall, Dunstable on Wednesday, June 21st 1972. David Bowie live with The Spiders From Mars and special guests Flamin’ Groovies at Friars, Dunstable. Melody Maker Date: June 10, 1972 & June 17, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie & The Spiders From Mars in concert at Civic Hall, Dunstable • Date: Wednesday, June 21st 1972, 8 p.m. • Special guests fr

A dramatic full-page RCA Records advertisement for David Bowie’s album *The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars*, featuring the now-iconic Ziggy pose and witty promotional copy. Can a young guy who went through truly incredible “Changes” and made it all “Hunky Dory” ever find true happiness as a “Starman”? Record Mirror Date: June 17, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Iconic full-page photograph of David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust seated on

A dramatic full-page RCA Records advertisement promoting David Bowie’s album *The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars*, featuring one of the most iconic Ziggy-era photographs. 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 • Large, striking photograph of David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust in an o

A glowing one-page review hails David Bowie’s *The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars* as a dazzling triumph, declaring it the moment a true 1972 pop giant has fully arrived. The writer praises the album’s theatrical concept, infectious energy, and Bowie’s commanding performance, positioning it as a landmark that could eclipse even Marc Bolan’s current dominance. This June 10, 1972 NME review captures the precise instant when Ziggy Stardust shifted from