David Bowie (September 25, 1975) “Bowie signs for Young” – UK Music Press
Updated: Sep 25
News article reporting that David Bowie is forming a new all-British backing band for his upcoming album and tour, with mentions of key collaborators including Willie Johnston and others.
Publication: Unknown UK Music Paper (likely Melody Maker, Disc, or Sounds) Date: September 25, 1975 Country: United Kingdom
Section / Pages: News Section Title: Bowie signs for Young
The piece announces Bowie’s plans for a new backing band ahead of recording his next studio album (which would become Station to Station).
It notes the departure from his previous American musicians and the recruitment of British players. A separate section on the same page lists new releases including the reissue of Bowie’s “Space Oddity” single.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
This comes during the tail end of the Young Americans era as Bowie prepared his next major artistic shift. The formation of a new British band marked the beginning of the transition toward the Thin White Duke / Station to Station sound and his return to European influences.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Band Announcement / News Item Era: Late Young Americans → Station to Station Transition
Tone: Straight news reporting Photography: None visible in the provided clipping
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