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David Bowie (September 30, 1978) – “The New Face Of David Bowie” Review - New Musical Express (NME)
This NME review examines David Bowie's live album Stage, assessing how the record captures the changing nature of his music and stage presentation. The article views the album as evidence of Bowie's continuing artistic transformation and explores how older material is reinterpreted through his contemporary sound. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 30, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "The New Face Of David Bowie", the review focuses on Stage

David Bowie
Sep 30, 1978


David Bowie (September 30, 1978) – “Love Me, Love My Records” Review - Sounds
This Sounds feature presents a review of David Bowie’s newly released album Stage. Rather than concentrating solely on the performances, the article examines Bowie’s changing artistic direction and considers how the live recordings reflect his development from glam rock star to one of the most ambitious figures in contemporary music. Publication: Sounds Date: September 30, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Written by Dave Bowie, the review focuses on Stage, the live album recorded

David Bowie
Sep 30, 1978


David Bowie (September 30, 1978) – “Stage £1 Off” Advert - New Musical Express (NME)
This full-page RCA Records advertisement promotes David Bowie's newly released live album Stage. Combining contemporary album artwork with a special retail offer, the advert highlights the double album's release and encourages readers to purchase it through HMV at a discounted price. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 30, 1978 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement is dominated by the title "STAGE" displayed in oversized lettering across the page. Benea

David Bowie
Sep 30, 1978


David Bowie (September 30, 1978) – “Stage” Advert - Unknown Publication
This full-page RCA Records advertisement promotes David Bowie's live album Stage. Built around a dramatic green-tinted performance image and a detailed track listing, the advert presents the album as a document of Bowie's acclaimed 1978 world tour.. Publication: Unknown Publication Date: September 30, 1978 Country: Unknown The advertisement is dominated by the title "David Bowie Stage", with the album name displayed prominently against a dark background. A large green-tinted

David Bowie
Sep 30, 1978


David Bowie (September 30, 1978) – “Bowie: A Xerox Album From A Polaroid Hero” Review - Melody Maker
This Melody Maker review examines David Bowie's live album Stage, questioning whether the record successfully captures the excitement of Bowie's celebrated 1978 tour. While recognising the quality of the musicianship and performances, the review considers whether the album fully conveys the impact of the artist's constantly changing vision. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 30, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "Bowie: A Xerox Album From A Polaroid Hero"

David Bowie
Sep 30, 1978


David Bowie (September 21, 1978) – Rolling Stone Random Notes “Bowie Kissed by Fan”
brief but memorable Rolling Stone “Random Notes” item capturing David Bowie in a spontaneous moment of fan affection during the 1978 Stage tour. Published on September 21, 1978, the snippet presents Bowie in full late‑’70s cool, maintaining his enigmatic composure even as an enthusiastic female fan plants a kiss on him.

David Bowie
Sep 21, 1978


David Bowie (September 2, 1978) – NME Consumer’s Guide to David Bowie – Part One: Pin Ups
A multi‑page New Musical Express consumer guide offering a detailed, authoritative overview of David Bowie’s back catalogue as of 1978, with the first instalment focusing on the Pin Ups era.

David Bowie
Sep 2, 1978


David Bowie (August 26, 1978) – “Stage” Full‑Page Album Advertisement – New Musical Express
A full-page New Musical Express advertisement announcing David Bowie’s forthcoming live double album Stage, produced by Bowie and Tony Visconti. The advert carried the bold “AVAILABLE SOON!”

David Bowie
Aug 26, 1978


David Bowie (August 5, 1978) – “Stage” Album Advertisement – New Musical Express
The 5 August 1978 issue of New Musical Express features a full-page advertisement for David Bowie’s live double album Stage. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 5, 1978 Country: United Kingdom The advert shows a large photograph of David Bowie in a white naval-style uniform and peaked cap, fist raised. The headline reads “STAGE” with the quote “‘All the world’s a stage… And one man in his time plays many parts’.” A track listing is provided, including Hang On To You

David Bowie
Aug 5, 1978


David Bowie (July 22, 1978) "Stage" – Melody Maker
A full-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting the upcoming release of David Bowie’s live double album Stage, published on July 22, 1978.

David Bowie
Jul 22, 1978
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