David Bowie (June 16, 2017) Hunky Dory Album - Limited Edition Gold Vinyl LP

A stunning limited edition gold vinyl reissue of David Bowie’s landmark 1971 album Hunky Dory, featuring the iconic Brian Ward cover photography and a replica insert, released internationally on June 16, 2017 as an in-store retail exclusive.

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: David Bowie

Title: Hunky Dory

Date: June 16, 2017 (International) Label: Parlophone

Format / Type: Limited Edition Gold Vinyl LP (180g)

Country: International (UK release May 26, 2017)

Catalogue: DB 69733 Barcode: 0190295833923

TRACK LIST Side A

1. Changes

2. Oh! You Pretty Things

3. Eight Line Poem

4. Life On Mars?

5. Kooks

6. Quicksand

Side B

1. Fill Your Heart

2. Andy Warhol

3. Song For Bob Dylan

4. Queen Bitch

5. The Bewlay Brothers

THE STORY 

This limited edition gold vinyl pressing is a faithful reissue of Bowie’s breakthrough album Hunky Dory, originally released in December 1971. Recorded at Trident Studios and produced by Ken Scott and Bowie, the album features classics such as “Changes,” “Life On Mars?,” and “Queen Bitch.” The 2017 gold vinyl edition was produced exclusively for physical retail stores and includes a replica of the original insert.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

Hunky Dory is widely regarded as one of Bowie’s finest and most influential works, bridging his early folk-rock period with the glam explosion that followed. This limited gold vinyl pressing was part of Parlophone’s ongoing campaign of high-quality reissues celebrating Bowie’s catalog. It was not available from internet-only retailers, making it a true in-store exclusive.

PERSONNEL

• David Bowie – vocals, guitar, piano, saxophone

• Mick Ronson – guitar, piano, arrangements

• Trevor Bolder – bass

• Mick Woodmansey – drums

• Rick Wakeman – piano (“Life On Mars?”)

PRODUCTION 

Produced by: David Bowie & Ken Scott Engineered by: Ken Scott

Photography: Brian Ward

CHARTS Original 1971 release: UK Albums Chart Peak #3

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

• Limited edition translucent gold vinyl

• Iconic front cover portrait of Bowie by Brian Ward

• Replica original insert

• Parlophone branding with “Limited Edition Gold Vinyl” sticker

WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS 

The front cover features the classic close-up portrait of David Bowie with bright orange hair against a textured background, with bold white “DAVID BOWIE HUNKY DORY” lettering. A prominent white circular sticker declares “LIMITED EDITION GOLD VINYL.” The vinyl itself is a beautiful translucent gold color with orange Parlophone labels.

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SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Parlophone official releases

All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.