David Bowie Took Inspiration from a Stanley Kubrick Sci-Fi Classic to Create One of His Greatest Hits Ever.

David Bowie drew inspiration from a Stanley Kubrick sci-fi classic to craft one of his greatest hits, merging futuristic themes with his iconic sound.
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The Story and Meaning Behind “Young Americans,” David Bowie’s Foray into Philly-Style Soul

David Bowie had already conquered folk-pop and glam rock by the time he released the single “Young Americans” in 1975 from the album of the same name. With that track and album, he added soul music to ...
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“Rock’n’roll is dead. It’s a toothless old woman. It’s really embarrassing”: how David Bowie turned his back on glam rock to make his ‘plastic soul’ masterpiece ...

In 1975, David Bowie was over rock’n’roll. “I’ve gone through some pretty interesting changes”, he told NME’s Andrew O’Grady. “Rock’n’roll certainly hasn’t fulfilled its original promise… it’s just ...
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The hippest trip in America : Soul Train and the evolution of culture and style / Nelson George

"When it debuted in October 1971, seven years after the Civil Rights Act, Soul Train boldly went where no variety show had gone before, showcasing the cultural preferences of young African-Americans ...