Bargain Bin Bonanza: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust by David Bowie

In the final post in my Bowie appreciation series I thought it appropriate to look at his 1972 opus, The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars…which I am just going to call Ziggy Stardust, as it is most commonly referred to anyway, because I am lazy.

Ziggy Stardust tells the story of a human/alien being that is trying to give earth hope after it is announced there is only five years left of existence, as there are no more resources.

To me, it is quite possibly the most intricate, thought out and creative albums ever made. The theatricality of it all is perfect and helps build the narrative of Ziggy, which is awesome.

Before owning the whole album, Starman was my favourite track, however I can’t fathom a way of picking a favourite song from this album anymore; it would be like picking a favourite chapter of a book. Every song has its purpose and is necessary for those that follow and gives extra meaning to those that came before them.

This album is five stars and the dust of every star in the galaxy.

I love you Bowie, there is nothing more to be said.