David Bowie performed two shows on May 23, 1973, (a matinee and an evening performance) at the Brighton Dome in Brighton, England, as part of his Ziggy Stardust Tour. This was the 119th date of the tour, which began in January 1972, and marked Bowie’s return to the venue after a performance there on February 14, 1972. The concerts were a cultural milestone, showcasing Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust persona at the peak of his early fame, with theatrical elements like stroboscopic ligh

A dramatic Melody Maker front cover capturing David Bowie and Mick Ronson mid‑performance at London’s Earls Court. The headline “Bowie blows it!” teases the chaotic opening night of Bowie’s 1973 British tour — a spectacle of sound issues, theatrical excess, and glam‑rock electricity. The image, shot by Barrie Wentzell, immortalises the duo’s athletic stage chemistry as Ziggy Stardust’s reign neared its end.

A lyric‑feature page from Mickie Message & Songbook dated May 12 1973, titled “Mickie Monster Mover.” The spread highlights two songs by The Partridge Family — “Walking In The Rain” and “Storybook Love” — both released on the Bell label.

A fun, colourful feature from Mickie Message & Songbook dated 12 May 1973, headlined “GOOD GRIEF – IT’S CHICORY TIP!!!”, profiling the band’s theatrical stage personas and chart career. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Mickie Message & Songbook Date: May 12, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature Article Title: Good Grief – It’s Chicory Tip!!! THE STORY Lead singer Pete Hewson discusses Chicory Tip’s journey from Maidstone, their breakthrough hits “Son of My Father” and “Go

A full‑colour cover from Music Star dated May 12 1973 featuring Marc Bolan in close‑up. The magazine’s bright pop‑art design typifies early‑1970s teen culture, with layered orange‑yellow typography and playful starburst captions. Bolan’s image dominates the page, reflecting his status as one of Britain’s most recognisable pop figures of the glam era.

A bright pink cover from the teen‑pop magazine Mickie Message & Songbook, dated May 12 1973, priced at 5p. The issue highlights a mix of chart favourites and emerging acts, reflecting the eclectic British pop scene of the early 1970s.

Buzz‑Buzz was Mickie’s fast‑moving news page, mixing chart rumours with light‑hearted pop commentary. This May 1973 entry captures the height of glam‑rock culture, pairing Slade’s chart momentum with American teen‑idol speculation. The column also promotes the upcoming relaunch of Mickie No. 20, promising competitions and new features for its young audience.

“1972 may be remembered for bringing us Ziggy Stardust, but without doubt 1973 has started off with a much deeper musical awakening in the form of Aladdin Sane.”

A powerful full-page advertisement from Rolling Stone magazine dated 10 May 1973, promoting the release of Iggy Pop and The Stooges’ landmark album Raw Power.

his Rolling Stone issue (No. 134) features Alice Cooper on the cover, photographed in close‑up wearing a pearl necklace — a striking image that captures his theatrical duality between menace and glamour.