Welcome to the Dana Gillespie Archive If you’re new to Dana Gillespie, you’re in for a treat. She was one of the most charismatic and under-appreciated figures of the glam rock era — a striking singer, actress, and performer closely linked to David Bowie and the influential MainMan management stable in the early-to-mid 1970s. Who is Dana Gillespie? A bold, theatrical talent with a powerful voice and fearless style, Dana released a string of glam-infused records on RCA (includ

The February 2, 1974 edition of Melody Maker features a full-page advertisement for Dana Gillespie’s provocative new single “Weren’t Born A Man”, released on RCA/MainMan Publication: Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single Advertisement THE STORY The striking black & white advert shows Dana Gillespie in a glamorous, theatrical pose, promoting the single with bold lettering and RCA/MainMan branding. It highlights her connect