Space Oddity/Unwashed & Somewhat Slightly Dazed/Don’t Sit Down/Letter To Hermione/Cygnet Committee/ Janine/An Occasional Dream/Wild Eyed Boy From Freecloud/God Knows I’m Good/Memory Of A Free Festival
The first mature album from David Bowie, the most creative musical artist of the early 1970s. Album charted a few years later when re-released as Space Oddity. The opening tale of Major Tom is a wonder to behold. (US:16 UK:17)
“This started a creative boom period in which he was blazing new trails. It features many acoustic guitar driven soft rock cuts, as well as a couple of ballads, but also a good hint of the classic Bowie sound that was to become his trademark during the next few years. He was at the top of his game as far as songwriting is concerned.”
“David Bowie dabbles with psychedelic rock on this album. The standout track is the hit Space Oddity where his musical legacy started. If you are into late 60s music, then this album is for you. My favourite tracks are Unwashed & Slightly Dazed and Letter To Hermione; both show a strong songwriter who is ready to make his mark in the world. Although not his best album, it remains one of his strongest.”
“Once you get into it you will be amazed at how wonderful it is. It has everything from pure pop ballad to psychedelic rock and progressive pop to folk. There is no doubt about the highlight, my all time favourite Cygnet Committee.”
“Bowie's first recognised foray into the world of music came with this release, an album which is more of a traditional singer/songwriter record than a glam rock goliath; however it remains a classic with enough style and swagger to still satisfy today's audience. The album shows a real maturity from Bowie.” ,p> “This album basically hints at David Bowie's progressive nature to come with a variety of songs that are wonderful. This is half folk, half progressive, and the results are absolutely jaw dropping. Bowie is one of very few artists that can combine two different genres of music into one and make it sound brilliant. An unusual but beautiful trip to take, with an artist known for the unusual, and I guarantee it's a journey worth taking. A very solid release that must be seen as a landmark in the history of music.”
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