David Bowie (May 29 1976) CHANGESONEBOWIE - Album Advert

Publication: 

Melody Maker

Date: May 29 1976

Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Album Advert / Page 29 Title: ChangesOneBowie – RCA Records and Tapes

Overview

This Melody Maker full-page advert from May 29 1976 promotes David Bowie's first compilation album ChangesOneBowie, released by RCA Records. The design features a striking monochrome photograph of Bowie performing, his arm raised dramatically against a backdrop of stage lights - a visual emblem of his mid-'70s persona. Below the image, the tracklist is presented in alternating black and red typography, emphasizing Bowie's most defining singles from 1969 to 1976

Feature Highlights

• Album: ChangesOneBowie

   (Compilation LP)

• Label: RCA Records and Tapes

• Catalogue Number: RS 1055

• Release Date: May 1976

• Format: LP / Cassette

• Design: Monochrome photo layout with red‑black typography

• Photographer: Uncredited (RCA Promotional Image)

• Tone: Bold, retrospective, and celebratory

Design Notes

The advert’s minimalist composition and alternating color scheme mirror Bowie’s duality — theatrical yet introspective. It serves as a visual bridge between his Station to Station era and the forthcoming Low period, capturing the essence of Bowie’s evolving artistry.

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