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Dana Gillespie (August 10 1974) – “Andy Warhol Single Promotion” News Item – New Musical Express
This brief New Musical Express news item from August 1974 announces Dana Gillespie’s upcoming promotional tour across Britain’s regional radio stations, accompanied by Angela Bowie. The tour supports Gillespie’s new single “Andy Warhol,” written by David Bowie and originally featured on his Hunky Dory album. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 10 1974 Country: United Kingdom The clipping reports that Dana Gillespie, a close associate of David Bowie and part of the

Dana Gillespie
Aug 10, 1974


The Sweet (August 12 1972) – “The Sweet Life” Feature – Romeo Magazine
This Romeo magazine feature from August 1972, titled “The Sweet Life,” offers a lively snapshot of British glam‑rock sensations The Sweet at the height of their fame. It captures the band’s chaotic experiences on tour, their rapid rise across Europe, and their reflections on success and the future. Publication: Romeo Magazine Date: August 12 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article opens by noting that “it’s not always fun being a pop star,” recounting the band’s recent run

Sweet
Aug 12, 1972


David Bowie (August 1972) – “Magnificent Outrage” Press Biography – RCA Records
This official RCA Records press biography from August 1972, titled “Magnificent Outrage,” presents David Bowie and his band The Spiders from Mars at the height of their Ziggy Stardust era. The document combines promotional flair with detailed career notes, tracing Bowie’s evolution from Brixton beginnings to international acclaim. Publication: RCA Records Press Biography Date: August 1972 Country: United States THE STORY The biography opens with Bowie’s early life — born

David Bowie
Aug 12, 1972


Mott the Hoople (August 12 1972) – “Paying Tribute to Bowie” Feature – Melody Maker
This Melody Maker live review from August 1972 captures Mott the Hoople’s energetic performance at Slough Community Centre, where the band paid full tribute to their new producer and songwriter, David Bowie. The piece highlights the group’s renewed vitality and the unmistakable influence of Bowie’s creative direction. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 12 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Caught in the Act – Mott: paying tribute to Bowie,” the article des

Mott The Hoople
Aug 12, 1972


David Bowie (August 11 1972) – “Poster of David Bowie” Feature – Valentine Magazine
This Valentine magazine comic feature from August 1972, titled “Poster of David Bowie,” tells a romantic drama inspired by the fascination surrounding Bowie’s image and persona. Presented in three illustrated pages, the story blends pop‑culture devotion with emotional introspection, showing how a fan’s admiration for Bowie parallels her own relationship struggles. Publication: Valentine Magazine Date: August 11 1972 Country: United Kingdom The comic opens with a young woman

David Bowie
Aug 11, 1972
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