The odd story of 'Space Oddity': How a 'cheap shot' 'novelty record' launched David Bowie into the stratosphere 50 years ago
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David Bowie: Aladdin Sane, Ziggy Stardust, The Thin White Duke, The Goblin King, and Major Tom - Arts & Collections
Space Oddity — David Bowie's 1969 breakthrough hit has continued to orbit the world of music — FT.com
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