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David Bowie (July 15, 1978) "Book of Bowie" - Melody Maker
The advert highlights the inclusion of lavish colour and monotone action photographs from Bowie’s recent American tour, offering fans a rare visual record of his late‑1970s stage presence.

David Bowie
Jul 15, 1978


David Bowie (July 8, 1978) "Michael Watts Reflects on David Bowie's British Tour" + "Earl's Court Sensation" – Melody Maker Feature
A thoughtful and in-depth Melody Maker concert review by Michael Watts reflecting on David Bowie’s highly anticipated British tour, focusing on his powerful performance at London’s Earl’s Court and the overall impact of his evolving stage show during the late 1970s. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 9, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Review / Tour Reflection Michael Watts provides a detailed reflection on David Bowie’s Britis

David Bowie
Jul 8, 1978


David Bowie (July 8, 1978) "Brilliant Bowie... With One Reservation" – NME Earl's Court Concert Review
A detailed and thoughtful New Musical Express concert review of David Bowie’s performance at London’s Earl’s Court in 1978, offering an in-depth assessment of his powerful stage presence, the strength of his current band, and the evolving sound of his late-1970s era following the success of albums like Low and Heroes. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Review / Live Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Nick

David Bowie
Jul 8, 1978


David Bowie (July 1, 1978) "Book of Bowie" Advert– Melody Maker
The advert features a warm, engaging live photograph of David Bowie smiling in a white sailor-style cap, microphone in hand, presenting him as charismatic, approachable and firmly in command of his late-1970s stage persona.

David Bowie
Jul 1, 1978


David Bowie (June 29, 1978) “Bowie’s back on tour. Catch him at Boots prices.” – Boots Promotional Advertisement (UK)
A later-run promotional advertisement by Boots record stores highlighting David Bowie’s 1978 tour and offering special discounted prices on six of his albums. PUBLICATION Publication: UK Consumer Magazine / Boots Retail Promotion Date: June 29, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Retail Advertisement Title: Bowie’s back on tour. Catch him at Boots prices. THE STORY This full-page ad features the same striking image of Bowie in his white military-style cap from the S

David Bowie
Jun 29, 1978


David Bowie (June 24, 1978) “FAIR DEAL — The man who sold out the world?” – Sounds (UK)
A major feature in Sounds questioning David Bowie’s artistic direction and business decisions during the late 1970s, with the provocative subtitle “The man who sold out the world?” PUBLICATION Publication: Sounds Date: June 24, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Cover Story Title: FAIR DEAL — The man who sold out the world? THE STORY The article examines Bowie’s career trajectory, his move away from mainstream rock, the Berlin period, and debates whether

David Bowie
Jun 24, 1978


David Bowie (June 24, 1978) “Seriously, it’s Bowie” – Melody Maker UK Music Paper
A feature by Chris Brazier reviewing David Bowie’s concert in Newcastle during his 1978 world tour, reflecting on his evolution from the Ziggy Stardust era to a more mature and theatrical performer. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Review page Title: Seriously, it’s Bowie THE STORY The article reports from Newcastle on Bowie’s British tour, discussing his stage presence, setlist, and artistic growth. It includes

David Bowie
Jun 24, 1978


David Bowie (June 24, 1978) “Bowie: two hours and ten minutes of excellence” – NME (UK)
Tony Parsons’ live review of David Bowie’s concert at Newcastle City Hall, praising a powerful performance during the Stage tour. PUBLICATION: Date: June 24, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Live Review Title: Bowie: two hours and ten minutes of excellence THE STORY The article reviews Bowie’s show at Newcastle City Hall, highlighting his commanding stage presence, setlist, and overall excellence. It is paired with a dramatic full-page photo of Bowie performing,

David Bowie
Jun 24, 1978


David Bowie (June 14, 1978) “Bowie’s back on tour. Catch him at Boots prices.” – Boots Advertisement (UK)
A full-page Boots promotional advertisement published on June 14, 1978, offering special discounts on six key David Bowie albums to coincide with his 1978 European and UK tour.

David Bowie
Jun 14, 1978


David Bowie (June 13, 1978) “Ziggy is now a dramatic crooner with a new story” – Rolling Stone (US)
A feature/review in Rolling Stone covering David Bowie’s performances at the Arie Crown Theater in Chicago (April 17–18, 1978), highlighting his evolution from Ziggy Stardust into a more dramatic, mature performer. PUBLICATION Publication: Rolling Stone Date: June 13, 1978 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature / Review Title: Ziggy is now a dramatic crooner with a new story THE STORY The article reflects on Bowie’s live show during his 1978 tour, noting his shift aw

David Bowie
Jun 13, 1978
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