A Record Mirror Bowie Triumph Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Record Mirror’s album review “Hunky Dory - Assisted By The Actor” hailed David Bowie’s Hunky Dory (RCA Victor SF 8244) as his best album to date. Produced by Ken Scott and “assisted by the actor,” the review praised the showcase of Bowie’s “almost violent range” of voice, strong backing (notably Rick Wakeman), and consistency across the production — including a good “Song For Bob Dylan.” The piece conclude

Bowie's Queen Bitch & Changes Glory Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page album review “Hunky Dory - The Best Thing to Come Out of Britain” hailed David Bowie’s Hunky Dory (RCA) as possibly the biggest thing to come out of Britain that year — and not through hype. The enthusiastic review called it Bowie’s best album to date, the most inventive song-writing in a long time, and praised its depth, mirroring events around the singer with ambiguity and

Bowie's Changes Single Promo Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page advert promoted David Bowie’s new single “Changes” — the lead track from his album Hunky Dory (RCA Victor SF 8244). The bold ad highlighted the song’s infectious energy and Bowie’s rising star power, signaling the arrival of his glam era. A key early 1972 promo moment. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January 15, 1972. Format: Single advert.

Bowie's Andy Warhol B-Side Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 7, 1972, on RCA Victor (catalogue: RCA 2160 / 74-0605), David Bowie’s “Changes” — backed with “Andy Warhol” — was the lead single from Hunky Dory . Produced by Ken Scott (assisted by The Actor), both tracks written by Bowie. Issued in solid centre, 4 prong centre, promo, mono, and reissue variants. "Not a disturbing or fantasy disc like some of Bowie's previous singles, but a shrewd insight int