A short but striking NME preview urging readers to catch David Bowie in Tolworth — celebrating his glamour, rising reputation, and the growing buzz around his emerging Ziggy persona. Though printed as “The Fox, Tolworth,” all surviving evidence suggests the venue was misidentified.

A full-page advert promoting the BBC1 Omnibus special on David Bowie. See David Bowie on Omnibus BBC1 Sunday 26th Jan 10.15 Melody Maker / UK music press Date: January 25, 1975 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large, bold announcement for the BBC1 Omnibus documentary on David Bowie airing Sunday 26 January at 10.15 • Statement that “All the tracks featured are available from your local record store” • Grid of eight key David Bowie album covers with catalogue num

A full-page Rolling Stone advertisement promoting David Bowie’s album *Pin Ups*. Bowie Pin Ups. Rolling Stone Date: November 22, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Iconic colour cover image featuring David Bowie and Twiggy in a close, intense pose against a blue background • Large, stylised “BOWIE PIN UPS” lettering in bold red-orange • Mention of the NBC-TV “David Bowie Midnight Special” airing on November 16 • MainMan and RCA Records and Tapes branding •

A 1974 NME feature spotlighting the forthcoming biography *The David Bowie Story* by George Tremlett, along with other early books chronicling Bowie’s rapid rise. The first wave of Bowie books arrives as Ziggy Stardust mania continues to sweep Britain. New Musical Express Date: August 24, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Announcement of George Tremlett’s official-style biography *The David Bowie Story* • Discussion of multiple new books about David Bowie in

A speculative one-page NME news item addressing rumours and uncertainty surrounding possible British dates for David Bowie’s ambitious *Diamond Dogs* tour during the autumn of 1974. Will the Starman bring his spectacular new theatrical production home to Britain? New Musical Express Date: April 27, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Rumours of Bowie bringing the *Diamond Dogs* show to the UK in autumn • No official confirmation of British dates at the time of

A candid Circus Magazine feature examining the unconventional marriage of David and Angie Bowie, portraying their relationship as a unique “family business” centred entirely around David’s artistic career and public image. Behind the glam: David and Angie Bowie as rock’s most stylish and enigmatic couple. Circus Magazine Date: February 1, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • In-depth look at the Bowie marriage as a creative partnership • Angie’s role as muse, su

A vibrant one-page Music Star feature celebrating David Bowie at the absolute peak of his Ziggy Stardust fame, presenting him as the ultimate glam rock icon and cover star. The Starman shines — David Bowie commands the cover and the spotlight in early 1974. Music Star Date: January 19, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie featured as the main cover star of Music Star • Celebration of his Ziggy Stardust persona and massive 1973–74 success • Emphasis

A striking one-page Rolling Stone advertisement promoting David Bowie’s album *Pin Ups*. Bowie Pin Ups. Rolling Stone Date: January 17, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Iconic black-and-white cover image featuring David Bowie and Twiggy in a close, dramatic pose • Bold, stylised “BOWIE PIN UPS” lettering running vertically • Prominent MainMan and RCA Records and Tapes branding • Classic 1973 glam visual aesthetic with Bowie’s distinctive Ziggy-era look 📰

The piece distils Bowie’s 1974 presence into a single, striking moment: a performer at the height of his visual power, using colour, attitude, and persona to redefine what a rock star could look like.

A full-page congratulatory RCA advertisement in Record Mirror celebrating David Bowie being voted Male Singer of the Year in the 1973 Record Mirror poll, featuring a dramatic giant billboard-style image of Bowie in his iconic spiderweb costume with the festive message “it looks like Christmas love on ya! Bowie”. Bowie crowned — the Starman takes Male Singer of the Year as 1973 draws to a glittering close. Record Mirror Date: December 29, 1973 Length: 2 min read 📰 Key Hi