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Arnold Corns (June 1, 1974) “Hang On To Yourself” – Single Review – UK Music Press
A single review of “Arnold Corns” – “Hang On To Yourself” (Mooncrest), an early David Bowie-related recording featuring Rudy Valentino, noted as a pre-Ziggy version of the track. PUBLICATION UK Music Magazine / Paper (likely NME, Melody Maker or Sounds) Date: June 1, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Singles Review Title: ARNOLD CORNS: “Hang On To Yourself” (Mooncrest) THE STORY The review describes the single as a slow, snaky version of “Hang On To Yourself” reco

David Bowie
Jun 1, 1974


David Bowie & Mick Ronson (May 26, 1974) Bowie Fuels Ronson - Melody Maker
A prominent front-page news/feature from Melody Maker dated May 26, 1974, highlighting David Bowie’s involvement in Mick Ronson’s solo career. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 26, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Page / News Feature THE STORY The article announces that Mick Ronson is set to play two major dates at London’s Rainbow Theatre in February 1975, with strong speculation that David Bowie will join him on stage. It covers Ronson’s

David Bowie
May 26, 1974


David Bowie (May 25, 1974) Music Star – Family Feature
The article portrays the Bowies as a busy, forward‑thinking showbusiness family. David is noted as preparing to head back to America for touring and recording commitments, signalling the next phase of his post‑Ziggy career. Angie’s modelling and acting ambitions are highlighted, reinforcing her role as a dynamic figure in her own right. Zowie is affectionately described as the “little star” of the household, with the feature emphasising his early charm and the family’s shared

David Bowie
May 25, 1974


David Bowie (May 25, 1974) Diamond Dogs Review - Melody Maker
A detailed album review from Melody Maker dated May 25, 1974, written by Michael Watts (MW), examining David Bowie’s new album Diamond Dogs. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 25, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Album Review Writer: Michael Watts (MW) THE STORY The review discusses Bowie’s Diamond Dogs, describing it as a sleek, conceptual work with a well-defined marketing device. It explores the album’s dark, Orwellian vision and post-apocalyp

David Bowie
May 25, 1974


David Bowie (May 25, 1974) The Year of the Diamond Dogs Centrespread Advert
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David Bowie
May 25, 1974


David Bowie (May 24 1974) Diamond Dogs - Studio Album UK
A dark, dystopian glam-rock masterpiece and Bowie’s last great album in the Ziggy-era style. Date: 24 May 1974 Catalogue: APLI 0576 (LP) / APK1 0576 (Cassette) / APS1 0576 (8-Track) Format: Vinyl LP (Gatefold), Cassette, 8-Track Cartridge Country: United Kingdom Label: RCA Victor THE STORY Released on 24 May 1974, Diamond Dogs was David Bowie’s eighth studio album. Originally planned as a musical based on George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four, it evolved into a loose concept a

David Bowie
May 24, 1974


David Bowie (May 18, 1974) Bowie Backs Todd – Melody Maker News Feature
David Bowie makes his first public appearance in New York, turning out to support Todd Rundgren at Carnegie Hall while preparing for his Diamond Dogs US tour. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 18, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News / Feature THE STORY This news item reports that David Bowie and Bette Midler attended Todd Rundgren’s concert at Carnegie Hall. Bowie is described as looking casual in blue denims and is said to be in New York for s

David Bowie
May 18, 1974


David Bowie (May 18, 1974) Bowie's MainMan – Melody Maker Feature
A major two-page profile on David Bowie and his powerful management company MainMan during the Diamond Dogs era. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 18, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Two-page feature THE STORY This in-depth spread examines David Bowie’s rise and the crucial role of his management company MainMan, led by Tony De Fries. The article portrays De Fries as a key figure in building Bowie’s career and business empire, with commentary on

David Bowie
May 18, 1974


Arnold Corns (17 May 1974) Hang On To Yourself / Man In The Middle – Single (UK)
Originally recorded in 1971, the Arnold Corns project was Bowie’s early attempt at shaping a stylised pop persona through Freddie Burretti, with Bowie writing, producing, and performing most of the material

David Bowie
May 17, 1974


David Bowie (May 11, 1974) Bowie Gets The Spector Sound! – Melody Maker
A feature review from Melody Maker covering the release of David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs album, written by Chris Charlesworth in New York. The article highlights Bowie’s evolving production style and the influence of Phil Spector’s “Wall of Sound”.

David Bowie
May 11, 1974
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