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David Bowie to release beautiful 'Fame' picture disc

The disc will be released on the song's 40th anniversary

 

David Bowie to release Fame picture disc for 40th anniversary Photo: Artwork

David Bowie is set to re-release his 1975 single 'Fame' in beautiful picture disc form to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

The song, which featured on Bowie's ninth studio album Young Americans, was first released on 24 July 1975 and will get its re-release on the same date this summer.

The catalyst for the song came when Bowie met John Lennon in late 1974, and Lennon began singing 'FAME!' over Carlos Alomar's guitar riff. Because of Lennon's contribution, he received a co-writing credit. It became Bowie's first No.1 hit in the US.

Listen to David Bowie 'Fame' below

The limited-edition picture disc will be backed by an alternative mix of 'Right', which also features on Young Americans.

The 'Fame' picture disc will be released on 24 July.

Below: David Bowie's greatest hits, ranked

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