Publication: Lancashire Evening Telegraph (Blackburn, Lancashire) Date: Wednesday, July 4, 1973 Article Context & Main Highlights “Bowie is quitting concert scene” Major headline story announcing that David Bowie had dramatically quit live concerts following his final show at Hammersmith Odeon. Key Content Pop star David Bowie shocked fans by declaring the end of his pop concert career. He stated he would still make records but planned to concentrate on films and writing. The

Bowie announces retirement from live concerts Reporting David Bowie’s shock announcement at the end of his concert at London’s Hammersmith Odeon the previous night. Publication: Liverpool Echo Date: Wednesday, July 4, 1973 Pop star David Bowie told a stunned packed house: “This is my last show ever — there won’t be another.” In spite of screams of “No, no” from 3,000 fans, Bowie said his decision was made because he wanted to move into films and writing. The shock decision m