This two‑page NME feature, written by Roy Carr and Charles Shaar Murray, serves as both a retrospective and a promotional

This Disc issue from May 4 1974 captures a vibrant cross‑section of mid‑’70s rock activity, spotlighting David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Roy Wood — three artists navigating distinct creative phases yet united by their restless innovation.

This short news report announces David Bowie's forthcoming television special, marking his first major recorded appearance since revealing that he intended to stop touring. The programme was designed to showcase Bowie's interpretations of classic British rock and pop songs that would later appear on the album Pin Ups. Publication: The Los Angeles Times Date: October 2, 1973 Country: United States Under the headline "David Bowie Set For TV Special", the article reports that Da

A striking and iconic Record Mirror magazine cover featuring David Bowie in full Ziggy Stardust-era glamour, capturing him at the absolute peak of his early 1970s superstardom and cultural influence as one of the defining stars of the glam rock explosion. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 21, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This iconic cover showcases David Bowie during the height of Ziggy-mania, with bold headlines te

This Melody Maker “Mailbag” feature from July 1973 presents a reader’s letter titled “Alice, Bowie — victims of Vietnam,” reflecting on how the cultural climate of the late 1960s and early 1970s shaped artists like Alice Cooper and David Bowie. The piece argues that their theatricality and alienation stemmed from the social upheaval and disillusionment of the Vietnam War era. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14 1973 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The letter opens b

The July 14, 1973 edition of Melody Maker examines David Bowie’s announcement that he is quitting live performance, with comments from Mick Ronson and Roy Hollingworth insisting he will be back. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Mick Ronson, interviewed in London’s Hertford Hotel hours before the final Hammersmith Odeon concert, states that Bowie has to keep changing and that this is not the end. He talks about future plans including films

A vibrant and highly appealing Look-in magazine cover from July 7, 1973, proudly featuring David Bowie as the main star attraction with a striking full-colour image and the promise of a free extra Bowie pin-up, perfectly capturing the intense Ziggy Stardust-era fan frenzy among British teenagers during the height of his early 1970s superstardom. Publication: Look-in (Junior TVTimes) Date: Week ending July 7, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Feature THE STORY WHAT T

A major feature in Rock Scene magazine examining David Bowie’s explosive rise to fame in 1973, positioning him as a leading figure in the evolving rock landscape and discussing his image, music, and growing influence on both sides of the Atlantic. Publication: Rock Scene Magazine Date: July 1, 1973 Country: United States Section: Feature / David Bowie News THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article explores David Bowie’s current superstar status, his recent hits, evolving

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express charts shows David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane at No. 1 on the British Albums Chart. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Charts THE STORY The British Albums Chart lists Aladdin Sane by David Bowie at the top spot, with other notable entries including Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and Slade. The page also shows the British Singles Chart and US charts. CONTEXT AND NOTES

Striking full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s new single “Life on Mars?”, taken from the album Hunky Dory PUBLICATION Date: June 23, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Single Advertisement Title: Life on Mars THE STORY The dramatic ad features an iconic image of Bowie in his famous “MainMan” era outfit — one-legged pose, patterned top, and striking makeup — promoting “Life on Mars?” as the latest single, with a countdown on its release and availab