Welcome to the Dana Gillespie Archive If you’re new to Dana Gillespie, you’re in for a treat. She was one of the most charismatic and under-appreciated figures of the glam rock era — a striking singer, actress, and performer closely linked to David Bowie and the influential MainMan management stable in the early-to-mid 1970s. Who is Dana Gillespie? A bold, theatrical talent with a powerful voice and fearless style, Dana released a string of glam-infused records on RCA (includ

A truly exceptional piece of early David Bowie history is currently featured in Heritage Auctions: a rare white label promotional 12" vinyl record featuring David Bowie and Dana Gillespie, housed in a plain white sleeve. Artist: David Bowie & Dana Gillespie Format: White Label Promo 12" Vinyl Record Title: Bowpromo (rare early promotional release) Sleeve: Plain white sleeve Auction: Heritage Auctions (Lot in current/upcoming sale) This white label promo dates back to Bowie’s

A soulful and theatrical 1976 single from Dana Gillespie, “Love Keeps No Season” was taken from the original London cast recording of the musical Mardi Gras. Produced by the legendary team of Ken Howard and Alan Blaikley, the release showcases Gillespie’s powerful vocal delivery and dramatic style. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Dana Gillespie Label: EMI Date: June 18, 1976 Catalogue: EMI 2453 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK lA-Side: “Love Keeps No Season” Written by: Blaikley,

The January 11, 1975 edition of Melody Maker features a full-page advertisement promoting Dana Gillespie’s new single “Ain’t Gonna Play No Second Fiddle” and her album Really Love The Man. Publication: Melody Maker Date: January 11, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single / Album Advertisement THE STORY The bold advert showcases a provocative photo of Dana Gillespie bending over to pet a black cat, promoting both the new single and album with MainMan and

This Disc Magazine news page from May 4 1974 captures the pulse of Britain’s pop scene, combining tour updates, artist announcements, and industry gossip under the banner “Disc News – The Best, First.” The lead story reports that The Sweet were forced to cancel the opening dates of their British tour after Brian Connolly fell ill, with rescheduled performances planned for later in the month. A large photograph of Connolly performing anchors the page, symbolizing the band’s

A lively, provocative profile presenting Dana Gillespie as a flamboyant, magnetic performer — Bowie’s early muse, RCA artist, and rising theatrical talent.

The February 2, 1974 edition of Melody Maker features a full-page advertisement for Dana Gillespie’s provocative new single “Weren’t Born A Man”, released on RCA/MainMan Publication: Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single Advertisement THE STORY The striking black & white advert shows Dana Gillespie in a glamorous, theatrical pose, promoting the single with bold lettering and RCA/MainMan branding. It highlights her connect

Extremely rare 1971 David Bowie & Dana Gillespie “BOWPROMO” white label 12" promotional vinyl (one of only 500 copies pressed) featuring early versions of key Hunky Dory tracks, created by manager Tony DeFries to secure major record deals for both artists. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: David Bowie & Dana Gillespie Title: BOWPROMO (White Label Promo) Date: August 1971 Label: MainMan (promotional) Format / Type: 12" White Label Vinyl Promo Country: United Kingdom Catalo