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David Bowie – Hunky Dory

On one of the most doubtlessly solid collections of his career, Bowie fully indulges in his theatrical tendencies as he touches on every topic and style that interests him, and shifts effortlessly between psychedelic folk, proto-funk, and orchestral pop; Hunky Dory isn’t as bold or experimental as the works that would come to define Bowie’s career, but it’s sound songwriting and warmth are undeniable.

This is just a tribute: Hunky Dory‘s lyrics are littered with cultural references and tributes. “Andy Warhol” and “Song for Bob Dylan”‘s intents are obvious, but “Queen Bitch” is supposedly inspired by The Velvet Underground and “Kooks” (arguably the most adorable song ever written) was about Bowie’s recently born son.

Grade: 4.9 / 5

RCA
December 17, 1971