đź“° David Live David Bowie - Advert : Nov. 1974
- David Bowie
- Nov 2, 1974
- 2 min read
A full-page New Musical Express advertisement announcing the release of David Bowie’s live double album *David Live*.
David Live — A new double album recorded live at the Tower Theatre, Philadelphia.
New Musical Express
Date: November 2, 1974
Length: 3 min read
đź“° Key Highlights
• Powerful live-action photograph of Bowie on stage in a light suit, holding a microphone with dramatic lighting
• Bold headline “DAVID LIVE” with catalogue number APL2 0771
• “Now! Available” starburst graphic
• Recorded live at the Tower Theatre, Philadelphia
• MainMan and RCA branding with “Also available on tape”
đź“° Overview
Published on November 2, 1974, this advert in the New Musical Express celebrated the immediate availability of Bowie’s first official live album, captured during the Diamond Dogs tour in Philadelphia.
đź“° Source Details
Publication / Venue: New Musical Express
Date: November 2, 1974
Format: Full-page live album advertisement
Provenance Notes: Original 1974 NME advert from RCA Records / MainMan.
đź“° The Story
The advert promoted *David Live* as a new double album recorded on the Diamond Dogs tour, giving fans the chance to experience Bowie’s electrifying stage presence from the Tower Theatre shows.
đź“° Visual Archive
Dynamic black-and-white stage photograph of David Bowie in a tailored light suit, standing confidently with microphone in hand, capturing his intense live charisma.
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đź“° Closing Notes
This November 1974 NME advert marks the arrival of Bowie’s first official live document — *David Live* capturing the Diamond Dogs tour at its peak and preserving one of the most theatrical periods in his career.
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