This advertisement exemplifies how Bowie’s visual persona transcended music, influencing graphic design and magazine marketing. The Pierrot image became one of the most recognisable motifs of his career, appearing across press, posters, and album art. Its inclusion in NME’s subscription campaign underscores Bowie’s role as a cultural touchstone bridging art and commerce.

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 19 1980 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News Feature Title: ‘Scary Monsters’ Is Bowie’s Newie This Melody Maker article announces David Bowie’s forthcoming album Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) and his new phase as both musician and actor. The piece highlights Bowie’s dual focus: the release of his next LP and his American stage debut in The Elephant Man. The article details that Scary Monsters was produced by B

Publication: Bridgeport Telegram  Date: Friday, July 11 1980 Country: United States Section / Pages: Concert Review Title: Sound System Foils Hunter Author: Andrew Povinelli – Guest Critic This review covers Ian Hunter’s live performance at Toad’s Place, New Haven, Connecticut,  supported by Iron City Houserockers. The critic describes the opening band’s Springsteen‑style energy and hard‑driving solos, which warmed up the crowd for Hunter’s arrival. When Hunter and Mick Ronso

Queen – The Game Publication / Release: Elektra Records (USA) Date: July 1, 1980 (US) / June 30, 1980 (UK) Catalogue: 5E-513 (US) Iconic studio album by Queen, released in the summer of 1980. This was the band’s first album to feature a major stylistic shift into funk and disco influences while retaining their signature rock sound. It became one of their biggest commercial successes. Key Content Notable Mentions The album features the band in matching leather jackets on the f

Ian Hunter released “We Gotta Get Out Of Here” as a limited edition 7" double-pack single on May 30, 1980 in the UK. The release features a live medley and includes the previously unreleased track “One Of The Boys”. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Ian Hunter featuring Mick Ronson Label: Chrysalis Records Format: 2 × 7" Vinyl Single (Double Pack) Country: United Kingdom Released: May 30, 1980 Genre: Rock, Pop Rock TRACK LIST UK Limited Edition 7" Double Pack (CHS 2434) Record 1 A. We