David bowie the rise and fall of ziggy stardust and the spiders from mars format: vinyl true icon originally released in 1972, this fifth studio album is the definitive glam-rock masterpiece that transformed david bowie into a global superstar. The concept-driven record follows the story of an omnisexual alien rock star acting as a messenger for humanity, featuring the landmark singles starman, ziggy stardust, and suffragette city. Bowie established a historic legacy as one of the most influential and transformative figures in music history, known for his radical re-inventions and boundary-pushing artistic vision. His career is defined by an unparalleled ability to blend rock, soul, and electronic music with high-concept theatricality, earning him multiple grammy awards and an induction into the rock and roll hall of fame. This album remains a foundational pillar of popular culture, capturing the creative peak of an artist who fundamentally changed the landscape of modern music. 1 Five years 2 soul love 3 moonage daydream 4 starman 5 it ain't easy 6 lady stardust 7 star 8 hang on to yourself 9 ziggy stardust 10 suffragette city 11 rock 'n' roll suicide