On July 6, 1972, David Bowie performed “Starman” on BBC’s Top of the Pops, delivering a groundbreaking moment that changed pop culture forever and launched the Ziggy Stardust era. Publication / Source: BBC Top of the Pops Date: Broadcast July 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY Wearing a vibrant red mullet, quilted jumpsuit, and full makeup, Bowie casually draped his arm around Mick Ronson during the chorus and pointed d

David Bowie’s landmark 1972 concept album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars introduced his iconic glam rock alter ego and became one of the most influential records of the 1970s, blending theatrical storytelling with electrifying rock. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: David Bowie Title: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars Date: June 16, 1972 Label: RCA Victor Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (also Cassette, 8-Track Cartr

A classic illustrated tour poster from 1972 promoting David Bowie’s upcoming UK dates in support of his landmark album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, with his current single “Starman”. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music press / tour poster (widely circulated in NME, Melody Maker etc.) Date: May/June 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Tour Advertisement / Poster Title: David Bowie – Ziggy Stardust Tour THE STORY This striking advert an