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David Bowie (July 7, 1990) "Aladdin Sane and Pin Ups Reissues" – Billboard Magazine
This Billboard advert promoted the next instalments in Bowie’s Sound + Vision reissue series — Aladdin Sane and Pin Ups. The campaign emphasised “a triumph of re‑issuing integrity,” highlighting digital remastering and bonus tracks. The visual composition features Bowie in a magenta‑tinted suit holding a saxophone, symbolising his duality as musician and innovator. The tagline “1973: Ahead of Their Time / 1990: Still Ahead” bridges eras, underscoring Bowie’s enduring relevanc

David Bowie
Jul 7, 1990


Tin Machine (July 8, 1989) "Gary Numan, Fear Not" – Live Review at London Town & Country Club
A highly entertaining and sharply written live review from 1989 capturing Tin Machine’s raw, high-energy performance at the London Town & Country Club, with Steven Wells delivering a vivid, witty, and sometimes irreverent account of the band’s intense rock ‘n’ roll assault fronted by David Bowie during their early live outings. Publication: Melody Maker (or similar music weekly) Date: July 8, 1989 Section: Live Review / Concert Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Steve

David Bowie
Jul 8, 1989


David Bowie (June 2, 1987) “Bowiessimo!” Never Let Me Down Advertisement
Striking one-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s album Never Let Me Down and the single “Day-in Day-out”, featuring the bold headline “BOWIESSIMO!”. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1987 Country: Netherlands / Europe Section / Pages: One-Page Advertisement Title: BOWIESSIMO! / NEVER LET ME DOWN THE STORY The dramatic black-and-white ad showcases a close-up portrait of David Bowie with his trademark 1980s hairstyle, intense gaze, and stylish pose. It promotes the new al

David Bowie
Jun 2, 1987


David Bowie & Trevor Jones (June 23, 1986) Labyrinth – Original Soundtrack Album
The official soundtrack to Jim Henson’s 1986 fantasy film Labyrinth, featuring five original songs written and performed by David Bowie alongside Trevor Jones’ atmospheric orchestral score. A beloved cult classic that perfectly blends pop, rock, and cinematic magic. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: David Bowie & Trevor Jones Title: Labyrinth (From the Original Soundtrack of the Jim Henson Film) Date: June 23, 1986 Label: EMI America Format / Type: LP (Vinyl) Country: Eur

David Bowie
Jun 23, 1986


David Bowie (September 29, 1984) – “Sermon From The Savoy” Feature - New Musical Express (NME)
This major NME feature presents an extensive interview with David Bowie conducted by Charles Shaar Murray at London's Savoy Hotel. The article centres on Bowie's new album Tonight, offering a track-by-track discussion while also exploring his views on religion, songwriting, collaborations, films and his changing creative outlook. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 29, 1984 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "Sermon From The Savoy", Charles Shaar Mu

David Bowie
Sep 29, 1984


David Bowie (September 22, 1983) – “David Bowie: An Exclusive Interview” Cover - No.1
A striking full-page New Musical Express advertisement for David Bowie’s landmark album “Heroes”, featuring the now-iconic dramatic black-and-white portrait and the powerful slogan that perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the Berlin Trilogy: “Tomorrow belongs to those who can hear it coming.”

David Bowie
Sep 22, 1983


David Bowie (June 1, 1983) “DAVID BOWIE FURYO” – Starfix Magazine FRA
A striking June 1983 Starfix magazine cover featuring David Bowie in character from the film Furyo (Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence), highlighting his acting career during a major cinematic phase. Publication: Starfix Date: June 1, 1983 Country: France Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: DAVID BOWIE FURYO THE STORY The cover shows David Bowie in military uniform and a distinctive hat, sitting in a vehicle with a serious expression. The issue also promotes other content includin

David Bowie
Jun 1, 1983


David Bowie (May 1983) Cool, Calm + Collectable - The Face
A stylish cover and six-page interview feature from The Face magazine dated May 1983, during the peak of Bowie’s Let’s Dance success. David Bowie on the cover of The Face, May 1983 — photographed by Tony McGee, symbolising the cool precision of the Let’s Dance era. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Face Date: May 1983 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 6-page feature THE STORY This extensive interview captures David Bowie at a moment of massive commercial su

David Bowie
May 1, 1983


David Bowie (September 27, 1980) – “Scary Monsters” Advert - New Musical Express (NME)
This RCA Records advertisement promotes David Bowie's newly released Scary Monsters album. Using the album artwork as its central image, the advert presents the record in a striking visual format and highlights its availability through a minimalist design built around Bowie's latest release. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 27, 1980 Country: United Kingdom This full-page RCA Records advertisement is devoted entirely to David Bowie's album Scary Monsters.

David Bowie
Sep 27, 1980


David Bowie (August 2, 1980) – “Ashes to Ashes” Single Advertisement – New Musical Express
The 2 August 1980 issue of New Musical Express carries a full-page advertisement for David Bowie’s single “Ashes to Ashes.” Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 2, 1980 Country: United Kingdom The advert features the handwritten title “Ashes to ashes.” across the centre of the page. At the top is a sheet of twelve postage-stamp-style images of Bowie in various costumes. Below are three larger sequential photographs of Bowie in a Pierrot-style outfit holding a telepho

David Bowie
Aug 2, 1980
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