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Cracked Actor: 1975
Bowie's Paranoid Hollywood Portrait Published in the UK on February 1, 1975, New Musical Express’s article “Cracked Actor” reviewed Alan Yentob's BBC1 documentary on David Bowie, aired as part of "Omnibus" the previous Sunday. The review described Bowie as sitting in a limo with eyes glinting like strobe lights, paranoid about sirens chasing him, looking more like Buster Keaton than a leper messiah, struggling to speak without sniffing, giggling nervously, or losing his threa

David Bowie
Feb 1, 19753 min read


David Bowie: "Why be so Greedy" Article (1975)
David Bowie’s "Why be so Greedy", a one-page article in Melody Maker, February 1, 1975.

David Bowie
Feb 1, 19751 min read


Omnibus Advert: 1975
Omnibus Sunday 10.15 See David Bowie on Omnibus BBC1 Sunday Jan 26 10.15 one-page advert, January 25, 1975. All the tracks featured are available from your local record store DAVID BOWIE ZIGGY STARDUST Space Oddity LSP 4813 The Man Who Sold The World LSP 4816 Hunky Dory SF 8244 The Rise And Fall OF Ziggy Stardust SF 8287 DAVID LIVE DIAMOND DOGS Aladdin Sane RS 1001 RCA Pin Ups RS1003 Diamond Dogs APL10576 David Live CPL2 0771 MAINMAN

David Bowie
Jan 25, 19751 min read


When People Acclaim Article: 1975
David Bowie’s "When People Acclaim" , a one-page sketch in Scrapbook , January 25, 1975. Scrapbook One Page Sketch (Jan 25, 1975) WHEN PEOPLE ACCLAIM theatrical bands such as Genesis, Bowie, Queen, Hawkwind and Jethro Tull, I wonder why they never include Principal Edwards, who were among the pioneers of rock theatre in this country, and whose most recent show easily surpassed even Genesis' visual adventures. S. A. HART, Ullswater Rd, Congleton, Cheshire. PICTURED ABOVE: DAVI

David Bowie
Jan 25, 19751 min read


Taking Himself Too Seriously David Live Review: 1975
Bowie's Live Set Critique Published in the US on January 16, 1975, Rolling Stone’s album review of David Live (RCA Victor CPL2-0771) by Tom Nolan offered a highly critical take on Bowie’s first official live album. Nolan described the double LP as lacking the power of the originals, with a “thin, samey oneness” across the 16 tracks (plus “Knock on Wood”). He criticized the one-dimensional backing, flat mix that highlighted Bowie’s presence at the expense of the band, and Bowi

David Bowie
Jan 16, 19752 min read


Really Love The Man Advert: 1975
A Dana Gillespie Bowie-Connected Promo Published in the UK on January 11, 1975, this one-page advert promoted Dana Gillespie’s single “Really Love The Man.” The promotion highlighted Dana Gillespie’s connection to David Bowie (as a longtime friend and early collaborator in his pre-fame circle), tying into the ongoing glam/rock scene buzz. A subtle nod to Bowie’s influence during his mid-’70s peak. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine/Publication: UK music press (1975

David Bowie
Jan 11, 19751 min read


The Rumours Are Flying Article: 1975
An NME Bowie Speculation Storm Published in the UK on January 11, 1975, New Musical Express’s one-page article “The Rumours Are Flying” captured the swirling speculation around David Bowie’s next moves during the height of his mid-’70s fame. The piece detailed the flood of rumours about his music, personal life, and future projects amid the *Young Americans* era transition. A quintessential 1975 Bowie press frenzy. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical E

David Bowie
Jan 11, 19752 min read


Barbra's New Beauty: 1975
Davone-page advert in Rolling Stone, January 2, 1975 Butterfly is a spectacular assemblage of songs written by such diverse talents as Paul Anka, Bill Withers and David Bowie, plus classics like Since I Don't Have You and Let the Good Times Roll. They're all Barbra: the voice and the style. Barbra takes you on the floating wings of song as only she can. CATCH BARBRA ON HER NEW ALBUM, "BUTTERFLY." ON COLUMBIA RECORDS AND TAPES TRACKLIST "Love in the Afternoon" 4:06 "Guava Jell

David Bowie
Jan 2, 19751 min read


The Night They Raided Bowie... Article: 1974
"You remember Trevor and Woody, don't you.. "And the rumour spread that I was ageing fast" David Bowie "Width Of A Circle." NO, NOT that fast, sweetheart. Why, a Philadelphia cop wouldn't even believe that you were over twenty-one. Let's begin, appropriately enough, in the middle. Bowie and his entourage (played by Mike Garson, Ava Cherry, Jeffrey Mac-Cormack A.K.A. War-ren Peace, two body-guards and assorted guides) were sitting in this Philly club called the Artemis, previe

David Bowie
Dec 14, 19742 min read


David Bowie: "Cuts Bruce's Songs" Article (1974)
David Bowie’s "Cuts Bruce's Songs" , a one-page article in Melody Maker , December 7, 1974.

David Bowie
Dec 7, 19741 min read
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