David Bowie (March 15, 1975) “Bowie: His final flirtation?” / “BOWIE: never so turning back…” – New Musical Express (UK)

Mar 15, 1975
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Major cover story and in-depth feature in New Musical Express examining David Bowie’s current artistic direction, public persona, and rumours of “final flirtations” during the Young Americans era.

PUBLICATION

Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: March 15, 1975

Country: United Kingdom

Section / Pages: Cover Story + Platter Pages (Feature)

Title: Bowie: His final flirtation? / BOWIE: never so turning back…

THE STORY

The cover shows Bowie in a stylish tuxedo alongside another figure under the headline questioning his next moves. The interior feature “BOWIE: never so turning back…” includes an extensive interview and analysis of his career trajectory, recent Philadelphia sessions, and his refusal to repeat past formulas.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

Published right as “Young Americans” was climbing the charts, this piece captures the intense media scrutiny on Bowie during his shift into soul/funk territory. NME was deeply invested in Bowie’s every move in the mid-1970s, often mixing admiration with provocative questioning.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Cover Story + Major Interview/Feature

Era: Young Americans Period Tone: Speculative, analytical, high-drama (classic NME style) Photography: Striking cover photo of Bowie in formal wear + live/studio shots inside

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

Front cover of NME + interior feature pages with large headlines and multiple photos of David Bowie.

RELATED MATERIAL

David Bowie (March 1, 1975) “Young Americans” – New Single Advertisement – New Musical Express (UK)
David Bowie (January 24, 1976) “Bowie stands alone” – Album Review – Melody Maker (UK)
David Bowie (July 1, 1976) “ChangesOneBowie” – Greatest Hits Advertisement – Rolling Stone (US)

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