description David Bowie - Changesonebowie Overview
Changesonebowie is a compilation album by the English musician David Bowie, released in 1976 by RCA Records. The tracklist consolidates his most prominent work from 1969 to 1976, covering the evolution of his early career through his glam rock era. Notably, the collection provided the first appearance of the 1972 non-album single "John, I'm Only Dancing" on an LP. It was commercially successful, functioning as a comprehensive retrospective of his most defining singles.
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What period of David Bowie's career does Changesonebowie cover?
The 1976 RCA compilation spans recordings from "Space Oddity" through the Station to Station era. It includes glam-rock landmarks such as "Changes," "Ziggy Stardust" and "Rebel Rebel" alongside later soul-influenced material.
Why is John, I'm Only Dancing important on Changesonebowie?
The song made its first appearance on a Bowie LP through this compilation after previously being issued as a single. Some pressings used a different recording of the song, making the matrix and version relevant to collectors.
Does Changesonebowie include The Jean Genie and Golden Years?
Yes, both songs are included. Their presence shows how the compilation bridges Bowie's Ziggy-era rock and his mid-1970s move toward American soul and funk.
How can collectors identify the original Changesonebowie cover?
The original sleeve uses a black-and-white portrait of Bowie photographed by Tom Kelley, with the title set as CHANGESONEBOWIE. RCA issued the album in 1976, and later reissues have appeared in several formats and remastered editions.
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