The 5 August 1972 issue of New Musical Express carries a concert advertisement listing David Bowie among the forthcoming attractions at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 5, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The advert, presented by Mel Bush, announces a series of Thursday and Friday dates at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. David Bowie is listed for Thursday, August 31st, with tickets priced at £1.00 advance and £1.10 on the door.

Full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s landmark album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, featuring an iconic full-length photograph of Bowie in full Ziggy regalia. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS THE STORY The striking ad shows Bowie in his classic Ziggy Stardust look — patterned jacket, white trouser

Striking full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s groundbreaking album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, featuring an iconic full-length photograph of Bowie in full Ziggy regalia PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS THE STORY The dramatic ad shows Bowie seated on a stool in his classic Ziggy outfit — patter

Enthusiastic early review of David Bowie’s album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, praising him at the peak of his creative powers. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Albums / Review Title: Bowie at his best THE STORY The review celebrates Bowie’s groundbreaking new album, highlighting his extraordinary creativity, theatrical vision, and the impact of the Ziggy Stardust persona. It features a large action sho