A major two-page feature from New Musical Express dated May 20, 1978, reviewing David Bowie’s performance at Madison Square Garden during the Heroes / Isolar II tour. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 20, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Two-page feature THE STORY The article explores Bowie’s theatrical stagecraft and his ability to constantly reinvent himself. Titled “The Incredible Disappearing Man”, it examines how Bowie has worn

A full‑page RCA Records advertisement from New Musical Express dated May 13 1978 promoting Iggy Pop’s live album TV Eye 1977 Live. The minimalist design features four circular motifs reading “TV,” “eye,” “1977 Live,” and “Iggy Pop,” arranged vertically beside a stylised television silhouette. The typography is bold and modernist, reflecting RCA’s late‑1970s graphic style

A major two-page feature from New Musical Express dated May 21, 1977, featuring a candid conversation between David Bowie and Iggy Pop. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 21, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Two-page feature THE STORY This article presents a revealing TV interview between David Bowie and Iggy Pop. The pair discuss Iggy’s solo career, their working relationship, punk rock, stage personas, and personal struggles. Bowie

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 17, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Full-page promotional advertisement for Roxy Music’s live album Viva! The advert announces the release of the live album recorded during the band’s tours in Glasgow (1973), Newcastle (1974), and London (1975). It features a striking design with the band photo and the iconic “Viva! Roxy Music” title in a stylized font. Notable Details The advertiseme

Elegant full-page promotional advertisement in New Musical Express for Queen’s single “You’re My Best Friend”, featuring a beautiful heraldic illustration with lions, eagles, and a central crest. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: Queen — YOU’RE MY BEST FRIEND THE STORY The ad promotes the re-release of “You’re My Best Friend” (originally from the A Night at the Oper

In late May 1976, the British tabloids and music press were buzzing with scandalous photos of David Bowie kissing Romy Haag in Paris — sparking rumours that sent gossip columns into overdrive. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 29, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Gossip Page HE STORY This sensational gossip piece reports on David Bowie being seen in Paris with Romy Haag, a well-known performer. The article speculates on Ang

A full-page review from New Musical Express dated May 29, 1976, discussing David Bowie’s new compilation album ChangesOneBowie SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 29, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Album Review / Feature THE STORY The review examines ChangesOneBowie, Bowie’s first major career retrospective, which brings together key tracks from 1969 to 1976. The writer reflects on Bowie’s rapid artistic evolution, from the early fol

The article analyses Bowie’s transformation following his film role in The Man Who Fell to Earth and the release of Station to Station. Bell compares Bowie’s stage presence to Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and James Brown, suggesting that Bowie’s new persona blends sophistication with alien detachment. The review praises his vocal control and theatrical precision while questioning the emotional distance of his performance. The accompanying photographs capture Bowie’s stark, min

A major in-depth feature and reflection piece in New Musical Express by Charles Shaar Murray questioning the music industry’s (and fans’) relationship with David Bowie, tied to the releases of Diamond Dogs and David Live. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: August 2, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Platters / Feature Title: Did we use him? Did we abuse him? THE STORY The article examines whether the industry and public have exploited Bowie’s

Full-page promotional advertisement in New Musical Express for David Bowie’s new single “Young Americans”, featuring a striking atmospheric portrait of Bowie. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: March 1, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: YOUNG AMERICANS — A New Single From DAVID BOWIE THE STORY This powerful ad promotes the title track of Bowie’s upcoming Young Americans album (his first major foray into “plas