A kinetic blast of early‑’70s pop journalism: bold headlines, sharp opinions, and a blurred live shot of David Bowie mid‑performance. This NME singles page captures the moment Bowie’s “Starman” began its ascent — and the same week Chicory Tip’s synth‑driven pop continued to ripple through the charts. 📰 Publication Details Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: April 29, 1972 Country: UK Section / Page: Singles Page Format: Singles Review / Photo Feature Provenance Note

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A dramatic full-page RCA Records advertisement promoting David Bowie’s single “Changes” from the album *Hunky Dory*. David Bowie’s “Changes” — his latest single from the album *Hunky Dory*. Melody Maker Date: January 15, 1972 Length: 2 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Promotes the single “Changes” (catalogue RCA 2160) • Taken from the album *Hunky Dory* • Striking high-contrast close-up portrait of David Bowie • Bold, minimalist layout with “A GEM PRODUCTION” and Gem log

A New Musical Express singles‑preview column by Derek Johnson, spotlighting key early‑’72 releases expected to make chart impact. The page paired a prominent David Bowie photograph with concise, commercially minded assessments of new singles from Stevie Wonder, the Fortunes, David Bowie and Jefferson Airplane. Publication: New Musical Express Date: January 8, 1972 Format: One‑page singles preview Writer: Derek Johnson A moment of pre‑glam anticipation, Motown strength and

In the cold January of 1972, David Bowie was on the cusp of major stardom. Fresh from the critically acclaimed album *Hunky Dory*, he released “Changes” as his first single for RCA Victor. The track showcased Bowie’s evolving songwriting with its introspective lyrics about time, identity and reinvention, delivered over a memorable piano riff and dramatic arrangement. Released on January 7, 1972, the single appeared on RCA Victor under catalogue number RCA 2160 (also listed as

In the early weeks of 1971, David Bowie was still searching for his breakthrough. Fresh from the modest success of *The Man Who Sold the World*, he released “Holy Holy,” a bold, rhythmic rocker that showcased his growing confidence and experimental edge. Released on January 15, 1971, the single appeared on Mercury Records under catalogue number 6052 049. Backed with “Black Country Rock,” this 7-inch release was one of Bowie’s final singles for Mercury before moving to RCA Vic

David Bowie’s 1970 Mercury single The Prettiest Star, featuring Marc Bolan on guitar, failed to chart but became a key early milestone in his evolution.

A novelty pastiche inspired by one of Bowie’s early influences, Anthony Newley, “The Laughing Gnome” was released on Deram in April 1967. Built around Bowie’s dialogue with a sped‑up “gnome” voice (created with engineer Gus Dudgeon), the single blended children’s‑song whimsy with music‑hall humour. Despite positive early reviews, it failed to chart on release — though it would famously return in 1973 to reach No. 6 in the UK. The original 1967 UK pressing is identifiable by i

A whimsical early Bowie review highlighting his theatrical, Edwardian‑flavoured pop experiments.

In the bitter cold of January 1966, a young David Bowie (then still known as Davy Jones) made one of his earliest attempts at solo stardom. Backed by his band The Lower Third, he released “Can’t Help Thinking About Me” — a punchy, mod-influenced pop-rock track with a strong, urgent chorus. Released on January 14, 1966, the single appeared on Pye Records. This 7-inch release was Bowie’s first single under his own name and marked an important early step in his long recording ca