Before there was Ziggy Stardust, there was Arnold Corns... Thanks to a legendary performance on Top Of The Pops, "Starman" was Bowie's first hit since "Space Oddity" and proved he wasn't a one-hit wonder. In this episode, we dig into the history of this song and the origin of Ziggy Stardust.

"Starman" (David Bowie) Copyright 1972 Chrysalis Music Limited, EMI Music Publishing Limited & Tintoretto Music/RZO Music

Here's a few more Bowie episodes for your listening pleasure:

https://lovethatsongpodcast.com/david-bowie-space-oddity

https://lovethatsongpodcast.com/david-bowie-station-to-station

https://lovethatsongpodcast.com/david-bowie-time

-- This show is one of many great podcasts on the Pantheon Podcasts network. Check 'em out!

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