David Bowie (August 1, 1974) – “New Bowie: a Dog” Album Review – Rolling Stone
The 1 August 1974 issue of Rolling Stone reviews David Bowie’s album Diamond Dogs under the headline “New Bowie: a Dog.”
Publication: Rolling Stone
Date: August 1, 1974
Country: United States
Written by Ken Emerson, the review discusses Diamond Dogs (RCA CPL1-0576) and places it in the context of Bowie’s recent work. It notes that Aladdin Sane was uneven and suggests Diamond Dogs may be his worst album in six years, while acknowledging that two considerations make it worth examining. The piece comments on Bowie’s earlier successes in England, his increasing obsession with superstardom, the dropping of his forename, and comparisons with other artists.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
The review assesses Diamond Dogs shortly after its release and reflects on Bowie’s evolving image and musical direction.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Album review
Era: 1974 (Diamond Dogs era) Tone: Critical, analytical Photography: Colour portrait of David Bowie
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Headline “New Bowie: a Dog”
Large photograph of David Bowie
Discussion of Diamond Dogs and previous albums
Credits for album and reviewer Ken Emerson
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