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Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps) by David Bowie Released Today September, 12, 1980

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On this day September 12, 1980, David Bowie released his 14th studio album Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps). The album was a commercial and critical success, peaking at #12 on the U.S. Billboard charts and hitting #1 in the UK, France, and Australia. This album is widely regarded as a pivotal moment in Bowie’s career, blending his experimental sound with a more accessible pop-rock approach.

Featuring iconic tracks such as Ashes to Ashes and Fashion, Scary Monsters marked a return to form for Bowie, helping him regain mainstream attention after his more avant-garde Berlin Trilogy. The album’s dark, yet catchy style cemented Bowie’s reputation as one of the most innovative and influential artists of the time.

Fun Fact!

Ashes to Ashes was a continuation of the character “Major Tom” from Bowie’s 1969 hit Space Oddity, providing a fascinating narrative thread between his earlier and later work.
 
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