"The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust" and the Spiders from Mars (often shortened to Ziggy Stardust) is the 1972 concept album by David Bowie, praised as the definitive album of the 1970s by Melody Maker magazine.
The 1972 David Bowie album, "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars", is widely considered to be one of the most important and influential albums in the history of rock music. Released on 16 June 16 1972, the album tells the story of Ziggy Stardust, an androgynous rock star who becomes a messiah-like figure before ultimately succumbing to the trappings of fame and fortune.
The album is a concept album, which means that each song is part of a larger narrative arc. Bowie, who wrote or co-wrote all of the songs on the album, created a fictional character named Ziggy Stardust to act as a vehicle for his exploration of themes such as sexuality, fame, and identity. The album features some of Bowie's most iconic songs, including "Starman", "Suffragette City", and "Ziggy Stardust."
Musically, the album is a fusion of rock, pop, and glam, with Bowie's distinctive voice and Mick Ronson's guitar work being the driving forces behind the sound. The album's production is also notable, with Bowie and producer Ken Scott using studio techniques such as echo, reverb, and multi-tracking to create a sense of otherworldliness and theatricality.
"The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" was a critical and commercial success, reaching #5 on the UK Albums Chart and #75 on the US Billboard 200. The album has since become a classic of rock music, with its influence being felt in genres such as punk, new wave, and glam metal. The album has been included in numerous "best of" lists, including Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, and it continues to be celebrated and studied by music fans and scholars alike.
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RCA Victor LSP 4702 , 26.21089, APRS.-6814
Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram
1972 Made in Germany
This 12" LP vinyl music record comes comes in a Fold Open Cover (FOC), which is also also known as a Gatefold cover. The inner pages of this album cover contains photos, artwork.
David Bowie guitar, keyboards, saxophone, vocals
Trevor Bolder bass guitar
Dana Gillespie background vocals (It Ain't Easy)
Mick Ronson guitar, piano, vocals
Mick Woody Woodmansey drums
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Record Label Details: Black and Silver Colour RCA Victor , LC 0316
David Bowie, born David Robert Jones, was a British singer, songwriter, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of popular music. With a career that spanned over five decades, Bowie continuously reinvented himself, pushing the boundaries of musical genres and styles.
Bowie was born in 1947, in Brixton, London, England. As a child, he showed an interest in music and began playing the saxophone at a young age. He later learned to play the guitar, piano, and other instruments, and began performing in bands as a teenager.
In 1969, Bowie released his first hit single, "Space Oddity," which tells the story of an astronaut named Major Tom who becomes lost in space. The song became an instant classic and launched Bowie's career as a solo artist. Over the next few years, Bowie released a series of albums that showcased his ability to blend rock, pop, and other musical styles into a unique and innovative sound.
In the mid-1970s, Bowie began to experiment with theatricality and gender ambiguity, adopting the persona of Ziggy Stardust, a flamboyant androgynous rock star. This period of his career, which included the albums "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" and "Aladdin Sane," cemented Bowie's reputation as a visionary artist who was unafraid to take risks and push boundaries.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Bowie continued to innovate, incorporating elements of electronic and dance music into his sound. He collaborated with other artists, including Queen, Tina Turner, and Mick Jagger, and released a string of hit albums and singles, including "Let's Dance," "Modern Love," and "Under Pressure."
In addition to his music, Bowie was also an accomplished actor, appearing in films such as "The Man Who Fell to Earth," "Labyrinth," and "The Prestige." He was also a fashion icon, known for his unique sense of style and his ability to blend different fashion elements into a cohesive whole.
Bowie's impact on popular culture cannot be overstated. He inspired generations of musicians and artists with his fearlessness, creativity, and willingness to experiment. He was a true original, and his influence can be seen in everything from fashion to film to music.
Tragically, Bowie passed away in 2016, just two days after his 69th birthday. His death was a shock to the music world and to his legions of fans, who mourned the loss of one of the greatest and most innovative artists of all time.
David Robert Jones was born in Brixton, Lambeth, London, England, United Kingdom on 08/01/1947. He was the second child of Haywood Stenton "John" Jones 21/11/1912 and Margaret Mary "Peggy" Burns 2/10/1913. His only brother was Terence Guy Adair Burns 05/11/1937./p>
When he was 22 years old, his father Haywood Stenton "John" Jones died (5/8/1969). When he was 54 years old, his mother Margaret Mary "Peggy" Burns died (2/4/2001)./p>
He married Iman Mohamed "Iman" Abdulmajid in Lausanne, District de Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland. His partner was Lindsay Kemp. His partner was Hermione Farthingale. On 19/3/1970, he married Mary Angela Barnett. He was 23 years old when he married Mary Angela Barnett. He got seperated from Lindsay Kemp in 1968. He got seperated from Hermione Farthingale in 1969. He got divorced from Mary Angela Barnett in Switzerland on 8/2/1980. He had one son with Mary Angela Barnett: Duncan Jones 30/5/1971. He had one daughter with Iman Mohamed "Iman" Abdulmajid: Alexandria "Lexi" Zahra Jones 2000./p>
On 10/1/2016, he died in New York City, New York County, New York, United States when he was 69 years old.