This full-page RCA Records advertisement promotes David Bowie's American tour. Featuring a dramatic live performance photograph and a comprehensive list of concert dates, the advert highlights Bowie's expanding profile in the United States while also promoting key RCA album releases. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: September 28, 1974 Country: United States The advertisement is dominated by a striking full-page photograph of David Bowie captured in performance. The image show

This short Rolling Stone feature focuses on the elaborate stage production created for David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs tour. The article describes the ambitious set design conceived for the tour, explaining the scale, cost and technical complexity involved in bringing Bowie’s theatrical vision to the concert stage. Publication: Rolling StoneDate: September 23, 1974Country: United States The feature discusses the striking stage set designed for David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs tour. The

This full-page advertisement promotes David Bowie’s single “Knock On Wood”, presenting it as the first live Bowie single and highlighting its connection to his forthcoming album. The advert uses a dramatic live performance photograph and bold typography to focus attention on the release. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 21, 1974 Country: UK The advertisement is dominated by a large headline announcing “The first ‘live’ BOWIE single ‘KNOCK ON WOOD’”. Directly beneath

The 3 August 1974 issue of Melody Maker carries a “Caught in the Act” review of David Bowie under the heading “Bowie: the same once again.” Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 3, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The review describes a recent Bowie performance in Toronto, noting that few people would go to see the same show twice in a month, yet the writer found the second viewing still impressive. It comments on the precision of the presentation, the theatrical elements and Bo

The 1 August 1974 issue of Rolling Stone reviews David Bowie’s album Diamond Dogs under the headline “New Bowie: a Dog.” Publication: Rolling Stone Date: August 1, 1974 Country: United States Written by Ken Emerson, the review discusses Diamond Dogs (RCA CPL1-0576) and places it in the context of Bowie’s recent work. It notes that Aladdin Sane was uneven and suggests Diamond Dogs may be his worst album in six years, while acknowledging that two considerations make it worth ex

The August 1974 issue of Creem carries a full-page advertisement for David Bowie’s new album Diamond Dogs and the accompanying North American tour dates. Publication: Creem Date: August 1974 Country: United States The advert promotes the new album with the line “On record now ‘Diamond Dogs.’ A new album by Bowie.” A large painted image shows Bowie in a semi-nude pose against a dark background with two dog-like figures. On the left side a list of tour dates is printed under th

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 20 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature column by Lisa Robinson (New York) Title: Bee’s Knees Bowie Shrugs Off ... This NME feature reports on David Bowie’s American tour and his ability to overcome setbacks with characteristic poise. The article opens by describing Bowie as “The Fragile Artist” yet “A Hearty Trouper,” noting that his tour had progressed smoothly except for one costly mishap.

A dynamic full-page feature in the July 6, 1974 issue of Disc Music Paper celebrating David Bowie’s triumphant American performances, highlighting his magnetic stage presence, theatrical energy, and growing superstar status during the Diamond Dogs era as he captivated audiences across the US. Publication: Disc Music Paper Date: July 6, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section: Major Artist Feature / News Page THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This prominent page leads with an ent

Extensive two-page feature on David Bowie’s Cracked Actor tour of North America, focusing on his theatrical stage performance and reception in Canada. PUBLICATION: Date: June 29, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Two-Page Spread) Title: Cracked Actor zaps Canuck Thespians THE STORY The article reviews Bowie’s dramatic stage show during the 1973 North American tour, highlighting his intense theatricality, elaborate staging, and powerful perfo

Major feature article on David Bowie’s groundbreaking stage show and the birth of a new era in rock theatre. PUBLICATION: Date: June 22, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Article Title: Bowie: birth of the new rock theatre THE STORY Chris Charlesworth reports on Bowie’s spectacular new stage production in Toronto, highlighting the theatrical elements, costumes, and innovative performance style that redefined rock shows. Includes a large portrait of Bowie