A major cover story and interview feature from Sunday (News of the World Magazine) dated May 1, 1983, exploring David Bowie at the height of his Let’s Dance success. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sunday – News of the World Magazine Date: May 1, 1983 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Cover + Feature THE STORY The cover features a striking close-up of Bowie wearing a brown hat with the playful yellow headline “HAS BOWIE GONE BONKERS? SEE INSIDE.” Inside, the feature includ

A vibrant cover and six-page interview feature from the French music magazine BEST dated May 1983, during the peak of Bowie’s Let’s Dance success. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: BEST Magazine Date: May 1983 Country: France Section / Pages: Front Cover + 6-page feature Title: Bowie Parle THE STORY This extensive interview captures David Bowie at the height of his commercial breakthrough with Let’s Dance. He reflects on his artistic evolution, the pressures of fame, and his place

A stylish cover and six-page interview feature from The Face magazine dated May 1983, during the peak of Bowie’s Let’s Dance success. David Bowie on the cover of The Face, May 1983 — photographed by Tony McGee, symbolising the cool precision of the Let’s Dance era. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Face Date: May 1983 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 6-page feature THE STORY This extensive interview captures David Bowie at a moment of massive commercial su

The advertisement features Bowie in dramatic makeup and costume, photographed in overlapping poses against a textured backdrop of crumpled paper and shadow. The headline reads “Ladies and Gentlemen, The Show Begins…” followed by “David Bowie – Scary Monsters.” Beneath the image, the text announces a special offer to the first 100 readers: a limited‑edition colour stamp sheet designed by Bowie himself. The layout reflects Bowie’s fusion of art, performance, and self‑promotion,

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

A full‑page RCA advertisement from Rolling Stone promoting David Bowie’s album “Lodger,” published on July 12 1979. The design captures the surreal, kinetic energy of Bowie’s late‑1970s period, combining motion, typography, and conceptual imagery to reflect the album’s restless spirit.

A full‑page black‑and‑white advertisement promoting David Bowie’s new single “DJ,” taken from his album Lodger, featuring a striking image of Bowie in motion with the letters “DJ” painted in light behind him.

Full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s new album Lodger, featuring a dynamic and artistic photograph of Bowie. PUBLICATION: Date: June 16, 1979 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement (Page 13) Title: LODGER THE STORY The ad displays a full-length image of David Bowie in an energetic pose against a graph-paper grid background, promoting his latest studio album Lodger (catalogue BOW LP1). It includes a “POST CARD” style layout encouragin

Full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s new album Lodger, featuring a dynamic and artistic photograph of Bowie Date: June 9, 1979 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: LODGER THE STORY The ad displays a full-length image of David Bowie in an energetic, dramatic pose against a graph-paper grid background, promoting his latest studio album Lodger (catalogue BOW LP1). It uses a creative “POST CARD” layout design. CONTEXT AND NOTES