David Bowie (June 1, 1973) “Let’s Spend The Night Together” / “Lady Grinning Soul” – Single 7" US
- David Bowie
- Jun 1, 1973
- 2 min read
David Bowie’s high-energy glam-rock cover of The Rolling Stones’ classic “Let’s Spend The Night Together”, released as a US single on June 1, 1973, taken from his landmark album Aladdin Sane.
RELEASE DETAILS:
Artist: David Bowie
Label: RCA Victor
Format: 7" Vinyl Single
Country: USA (also Italy)
Released: June 1, 1973
Genre: Glam Rock, Rock
A-Side: “Let’s Spend The Night Together” Written by: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards Produced by: David Bowie, Ken Scott Arranged by: David Bowie, Mick Ronson B-Side: “Lady Grinning Soul”
Written by: David Bowie Produced by: David Bowie, Ken Scott Arranged by: David Bowie, Mick Ronson
TRACK LIST
US 7" Single (APBO-0028)
A. Let’s Spend The Night Together – 3:38 B. Lady Grinning Soul – 3:46
A-Side: “Let’s Spend The Night Together” Written by: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards Produced by: David Bowie, Ken Scott Arranged by: David Bowie, Mick Ronson
B-Side: “Lady Grinning Soul”
Written by: David Bowie Produced by: David Bowie, Ken Scott Arranged by: David Bowie, Mick Ronson
CONTEXT AND NOTES
While The Rolling Stones’ original 1967 version had a raw blues-rock edge, Bowie transformed the track into a flamboyant, piano-driven glam-rock anthem for Aladdin Sane. This US single release helped promote the album during Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust / Aladdin Sane era. “Lady Grinning Soul” is a dramatic, sophisticated piano ballad showcasing Bowie’s vocal range
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Era: Aladdin Sane (1973)
Tone: Theatrical, energetic glam Significance: Notable Rolling Stones cover during Bowie’s peak glam period
RELATED MATERIAL
David Bowie (1973) Aladdin Sane Album
David Bowie (1973) “The Jean Genie” / “Ziggy Stardust” Single
The Rolling Stones (1967) “Let’s Spend The Night Together” Original
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