Enthusiastic early review of David Bowie’s album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, praising him at the peak of his creative powers. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Albums / Review Title: Bowie at his best THE STORY The review celebrates Bowie’s groundbreaking new album, highlighting his extraordinary creativity, theatrical vision, and the impact of the Ziggy Stardust persona. It features a large action sho

Barbara Drillsma’s review of David Bowie’s performance at Liverpool Stadium during his early Ziggy Stardust British tour. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Live Review Title: DAVID BOWIE THE STORY The review praises Bowie’s superb form at the second gig of his current British tour. It describes his flamboyant multi-coloured sequinned suit, powerful performance with Mick Ronson, and highlights numbers such as “Hang On To Yourself”, “Zig

Bold promotional advertisement for David Bowie with the Spiders from Mars performing at Friars Civic Hall in Dunstable, supported by Flamin’ Groovies. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Concert Advertisement Title: DAVID BOWIE at Friars Civic Hall THE STORY Large eye-catching advert for the Wednesday, June 21st show at Civic Hall, Dunstable. It bills David Bowie & The Spiders from Mars with special guests Flamin’ Groovies. Tickets were a

Announcement of a special “Save The Whale” charity concert at London’s Royal Festival Hall featuring David Bowie and Mott The Hoople. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News / Gig Announcement Title: Bowie saves the whale THE STORY David Bowie and Mott The Hoople are to jointly headline a benefit concert on July 8 at the Royal Festival Hall in aid of Friends Of The Earth. The event also features the JSD Band, with Kenny Everett as comper

In-depth profile of David Bowie by legendary photographer and writer Mick Rock during the explosive rise of the Ziggy Stardust era, capturing Bowie’s theatrical persona, philosophy, and life on the road. PUBLICATION: Rolling Stone Date: June 8, 1972 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature Article (multi-page spread) Title: David Bowie Is Just Not Serious THE STORY Mick Rock’s extensive article follows David Bowie on tour in England, offering intimate observations of h

A striking full-page promotional advertisement in Melody Maker for David Bowie’s single “Starman” and his forthcoming album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, featuring the iconic Ziggy Stardust illustration. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: DAVID BOWIE THE STORY This classic ad promotes the single “Starman” while heavily teasing the upcoming concept album and th

A classic illustrated tour poster from 1972 promoting David Bowie’s upcoming UK dates in support of his landmark album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, with his current single “Starman”. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music press / tour poster (widely circulated in NME, Melody Maker etc.) Date: May/June 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Tour Advertisement / Poster Title: David Bowie – Ziggy Stardust Tour THE STORY This striking advert an

A full-page (or large) concert advertisement for David Bowie’s appearance at Ebbisham Hall, Epsom during the early Ziggy Stardust period. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music Press Advertisement Date: May 27, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Concert Advertisement THE STORY This advert promotes a special live performance by David Bowie at Ebbisham Hall in Epsom on Saturday, May 27th. Tickets were priced at 50p with doors opening at 7.30 p.m. The show also featured su

A vintage concert advertisement announcing Bowie’s appearance at the Polytechnic of Central London, supported by Good Habit. The design reflects early‑1970s British gig‑listing typography — bold, functional, and direct. Polytechnic of Central London Artist: David Bowie Date: May 12, 1972 This advert promotes Bowie’s live performance at the Polytechnic of Central London, marking his only Central London appearance during the spring 1972 tour. The layout is simple yet striking

A minimalist concert advertisement from New Musical Express (NME) promoting David Bowie’s appearance at Worthing Assembly Hall during the early Ziggy Stardust period.