This Melody Maker feature from September 4 1976 presents David Bowie through the lens of a student essay contest, written by Chris Brazier of Nottingham University, who won second prize for his piece titled “Bowie: Beauty Before Outrage.” The essay offers an articulate, introspective analysis of Bowie’s artistry, exploring his evolution from Hunky Dory to Station to Station and his impact on modern music and culture. Publication: Melody Maker Date: 4 September 1976 Country:

This Rolling Stone advertisement from August 1976 promotes Nicolas Roeg’s science‑fiction masterpiece The Man Who Fell to Earth, starring David Bowie. The stark, minimalist design captures the film’s surreal tone and Bowie’s enigmatic presence, emphasizing its “mind‑boggling” impact on audiences. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: August 12 1976 Country: United States The monochrome advert features a stylized silhouette of David Bowie in profile, his angular features rendered

This Music Press clipping from September 6 1975 announces David Bowie’s plans to bring his legendary alter‑ego Ziggy Stardust to the big screen. The article reveals that Bowie’s new production company, Bewley Bros., will produce the film, marking his second major movie project following The Man Who Fell to Earth. Publication: Music Press Clipping Date: September 6, 1975 Country: United Kingdom The piece outlines Bowie’s intention to revisit the Ziggy Stardust persona, origi

This New Musical Express chart record from September 2 1975 captures a transatlantic snapshot of mid‑seventies pop and rock. Rod Stewart dominates the UK charts with Atlantic Crossing and Sailing, while Elton John leads the U.S. albums with Captain Fantastic. The listings reflect a rich mix of soul, soft rock, and emerging disco influences defining the year’s musical landscape. Publication: New Musical Express Date: September 2 1975 Country: United Kingdom / United States T

This New Musical Express feature from August 1975 captures David Bowie during filming of The Man Who Fell to Earth, exploring his provocative views on music, morality, and society. The article’s headline and imagery reflect Bowie’s fascination with power, control, and cultural decay, marking one of his most controversial interviews of the decade. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 23 1975 Country: United Kingdom Across three pages, Bowie discusses the decline of ro

This full‑page New Musical Express advertisement from July 1975 announces David Bowie’s new single Fame, taken from his hit album Young Americans. The stark monochrome layout and minimalist typography mirror Bowie’s transition from glam icon to sleek soul‑influenced innovator, marking one of the most pivotal stylistic shifts of his career. Publication: New Musical Express Date: July 26 1975 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The advertisement promotes Bowie’s single Fame

This Melody Maker article from September 7 1974 reports that David Bowie was considering abandoning the theatrical staging of his U.S. tour for a simpler, more direct performance style. The piece captures Bowie’s transitional moment between his elaborate Diamond Dogs shows and the stripped‑down soul direction that would define his Young Americans period. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 7, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The article explains that Bowie planned to open

This New Musical Express article from August 31 1974, written by Fred Dellar, announces the forthcoming release of a David Bowie live album recorded during his Diamond Dogs tour. The piece highlights Bowie’s collaboration with producer Tony Visconti, marking a new creative phase following his earlier work with Ken Scott. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: 31 August 1974 Country: United Kingdom Dellar reports that Tony Visconti, known for producing Bowie’s The Man W

This NME feature from August 24 1974, written by Charles Shaar Murray, reviews George Tremlett’s twin Futura biographies The David Bowie Story and The Osmonds Story. The article captures the sharp, witty tone of mid‑1970s music journalism, contrasting Bowie’s artistic depth with the pop polish of the Osmonds. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: August 24 1974 Country: United Kingdom The column opens with Murray’s trademark humour, introducing Tremlett’s books as part

This New Musical Express column from August 1974, written by Lisa Robinson under her regular “Americana” banner, captures the vibrant New York music scene through gossip, performance notes, and celebrity encounters. The headline “Studs with Everything” reflects Robinson’s witty, conversational style as she reports on Bowie, the Jackson Five, and other stars dominating the summer circuit. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 10 1974 Country: United Kingdom The colum