Released in 1973, 'Pinups' stands as David Bowie's loving tribute to the British rock scene that shaped his artistic DNA. Instead of crafting new originals, Bowie turns his razor-sharp instincts to reinterpreting songs by The Kinks, The Who, Pink Floyd, and other icons of 1960s London. The result isn’t mere homage—it’s a full-bodied reinvention, as Bowie’s charisma and Mick Ronson’s guitar work inject these familiar tunes with glam energy and a sense of theatrical mischief.
For collectors, 'Pinups' offers a fascinating snapshot of Bowie at a transitional moment: fresh off the Ziggy Stardust era, he’s both looking back and pointing forward. Each track pulses with affectionate reverence, yet Bowie’s voice and arrangements ensure these aren’t replicas, but fresh statements. This album is also a sonic time capsule, capturing the raw, unpolished spirit of a pivotal musical era while filtering it through Bowie’s visionary lens. For anyone who values the evolution of rock or the art of imaginative covers, 'Pinups' is a must-spin—a testament to Bowie’s ability to honor the past while rewriting its rules.
Track List:
A1 - Rosalyn - 2:19
A2 - Here Comes The Night - 3:06
A3 - I Wish You Would - 2:47
A4 - See Emily Play - 4:10
A5 - Everything's All Right - 2:26
A6 - I Can't Explain - 2:12
B1 - Friday On My Mind - 2:55
B2 - Sorrow - 2:51
B3 - Don't Bring Me Down - 2:03
B4 - Shapes Of Things - 2:50
B5 - Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere - 3:07
B6 - Where Have All The Good Times Gone? - 2:41