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A heated Melody Maker news story revealing the clash between David Bowie’s manager Tony DeFries and the BBC after the corporation rejected a specially-made film for *Top of the Pops*, with DeFries publicly criticising the decision as “not fitting” and “insulting”. Bowie’s team hits back at the BBC — a major row erupts over a rejected promotional film during the Ziggy Stardust era. Melody Maker Date: October 7, 1972 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Tony DeFries, Da