David Bowie: "Knock on Wood" Single (2014)

David Bowie’s "Knock on Wood" backed with "Rock 'n' Roll Suicide", was released as a 7-inch vinyl picture disc single in the UK by Parlophone (catalog number DBKOW40) on September 22, 2014.

The original 1974 "Knock on Wood" single was a UK Top 10 hit, while the US promoted "Rock 'n' Roll With Me" as a single in response to Donovan’s cover version at the time.

Artist: David Bowie

Title: Knock on Wood / Rock 'n' Roll With Me

Label: Parlophone

Country: UK

Catalogue Number: DBKOW40

Barcode: 0825646306077

Release Date: 22 September 2014

Format: 7" Picture Disc (Limited Edition)

Background

"Knock on Wood" is a cover of Eddie Floyd’s 1966 soul classic, recorded live by David Bowie for his 1974 album David Live, which captured performances from the Diamond Dogs Tour at the Tower Theater in Philadelphia, July 1974. The song was originally released as a single in Autumn 1974, reaching #10 on the UK Singles Chart. "Rock 'n' Roll With Me," co-written by Bowie and Warren Peace, is another track from David Live, originally from the Diamond Dogs album (1974), showcasing Bowie’s shift toward soul-infused rock.

The 40th anniversary picture disc, released in 2014, features 2005 remixes of both tracks by longtime Bowie collaborator Tony Visconti, marking their vinyl debut in this mix. This release was part of Parlophone’s series of 40th anniversary 7" picture discs, celebrating key singles from Bowie’s career, following reissues like "Starman," "John, I’m Only Dancing," and "Rebel Rebel."

Tracklisting

A-Side: "Knock on Wood (David Live – 2005 Mix)" Written by Steve Cropper and Eddie Floyd.

Recorded live at the Tower Theater, Philadelphia, July 1974.

Produced and mixed by Tony Visconti.

AA-Side: "Rock 'n' Roll With Me (David Live – 2005 Mix)" Written by David Bowie and Warren Peace.

Recorded live at the Tower Theater, Philadelphia, July 1974.

Produced and mixed by Tony Visconti.

David Bowie – Knock on Wood / Rock 'n' Roll With Me 40th Anniversary Picture Disc (Catalogue: DBKOW40, released 22 September 2014 by Parlophone in the UK) was released in two versions: a standard edition and a limited edition bundle that included a replica concert ticket.