This Melody Maker review gives an exclusive preview of David Bowie’s forthcoming double album David Live, recorded at the Tower Theater in Philadelphia. While recognising the strength of Bowie’s band and the ambitious packaging of the release, the reviewer is highly critical of Bowie’s strained vocals and argues that the recording fails to capture the theatrical power and excitement of the live shows themselves. Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 26, 1974 Country: United