David Bowie's 'Young Americans' 50th anniversary edition is now available to buy
It is available on vinyl
It's been a massive half a century since David Bowie released his UK Number 2 album 'Young Americans'. The album featured hit songs including the title track, and 'Fame', co-written by David along with Carlos Alomar and John Lennon.
Now to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the album, 'Young Americans' has had a special release. The album was released on 7th March 2025, the exact same day 50 years after its initial release on 7th March 1975, this time around it is available as a half-speed mastered LP and a picture disc LP, pressed from the same master. A poster of the album cover will also come with the picture disc.
The album was originally David Bowie's ninth album when it was released in 1975. It was recorded in Philadelphia at Sigma South studios, while David was on a break from his 'Diamond Dogs' tour. In the studio he was joined by Mike Garson on keys, Luther Vandross on vocals and David Sanborn on saxophone.
Take a look at other albums out in 2025:
Kim Wilde - 'Closer'
Release date: Out now
Pop icon Kim Wilde released her highly anticipated 15th studio album in January 2025, followed by the deluxe version in December 2025. The 80s singer famed for 'Kids In America' announced the news alongside the release of her new single 'Trail of Destruction' in August 2024.
'Closer' was Kim's first studio album since 2018's 'Here Come The Aliens'. Intended as a companion piece to her fan-favourite 1988 album 'Close', this new offering is made up of a combination of pop, rock and dance.
Manic Street Preachers - 'Critical Thinking'
Release date: Out now
Manic Street Preachers released their 15th studio album 'Critical Thinking' on 14th February. The band told Greatest Hits Radio's Ken Bruce the writing process behind the album, saying it wasn't "really particularly thematic".
Nicky said: "I think with this album it was a much more sort of inspirational record, where wherever we had the moment, we're lucky enough to go our own studio. If we have that moment of inspiration, we just pile in and we create as quickly and as practically as we can. So I don't think it's really particularly thematic, it's just the joy of still being able to create really at our age and you know. (We) still have people who want to us."
Bon Jovi - 'Slippery When Wet'
Release date: Out now
Bon Jovi have re-issued their third studio album 'Slippery When Wet' with a limited-edition water-filled LP. The album was originally released in August 1986 and was a commercial triumph shifting over 30 million copies globally including their massive hits 'You Give Love a Bad Name,' 'Livin' on a Prayer,' and 'Wanted Dead or Alive'.
Oasis - 'Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants' 25th anniversary edition
Release date: Out now
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David Bowie - 'Young Americans'
Release date: Out now
David Bowie's ninth studio album 'Young Americans' has been re-issued to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The album includes the songs 'Fame' and the title track 'Young Americans', both Top 20 songs for David.
Tina Turner - 'Private Dancer' (40th anniversary)
Release date: Out now
Tina Turner's breakthrough album 'Private Dancer' released to celebrate the album's 40th anniversary. The album was originally released in 1984 and featured songs 'What's Love Got to Do with It', Let's Stay Together' and the iconic title track.
'Private Dancer' was nominated for album of the year at the 1985 Grammys, and 'What's Love Got To Do With It' and 'Better Be Good To Me' both won Grammy Awards.
Brandi Carlile and Elton John
Release date: Out now
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The Waterboys - 'Life, Death and Dennis Hopper'
Release date: Out now
The Waterboys announced details of their 16th studio album called 'Life, Death and Dennis Hopper' in January 2025. The album was released in April and features 25 tracks and 'the epic story of the trailblazing American actor and rebel told through a song cycle depicting not only Hopper's story but the saga of the last 75 years of western pop culture.'
David Bowie - 'Ready, Set, Go! (Live, Riverside Studios '03)'
Release date: Out now
'Ready, Set, Go! (Live, Riverside Studios '03)' is the live album from David Bowie's 2003 gig at Riverside Studios. The gig made history at the time, as the biggest ever live and interactive music satellite event that the world had ever seen.
Simple Minds - 'Live in The City of Diamonds'
Release date: Out now
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Sting - 'Sting 3.0'
Release date: Out now
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Neil Tennant - 'Sleep of Reason'
Release date: Out now
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Pink Floyd - 'Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII'
Release date: Out now
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The Doobie Brothers - 'Walk This Road'
Release date: Out now
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Take That - 30th anniversary edition of 'Nobody Else'
Release date: Out now
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Pulp - 'More'
Release date: Out now
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Barbra Streisand - 'The Secret Of Life: Partners, Volume Two'
Release date: Out now
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Rod Stewart - 'Ultimate Hits'
Release date: Out now
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'Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical (Original Cast Recording)'
Release date: Out now
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Bryan Adams - 'Roll With The Punches'
Release date: Out now
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Toyah Willcox - 'Chameleon: The Very Best Of Toyah'
Release date: Out now
80s icon, Toyah Willcox celebrates 45 years in the music industry this year with the release of a new greatest hits album, and a huge tour. She released 'Chameleon: The Very Best Of Toyah' on the 5th September 2025, complete with some of her most iconic singles, including 'I Want To Be Free', 'Thunder In The Mountains' and 'It's A Mystery'. The album also features classic cuts right up to her 2021 Top 20 album 'Posh Pop'.
David Bowie - 'I Can't Give Everything Away (2002-2016)'
Release date: Out now
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Mariah Carey - 'Here For It All'
Release date: Out now
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Oasis - '(What's The Story) Morning Glory?'
Release date: Out now
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John Lennon and Yoko Ono - 'Power To The People'
Release date: Out now
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Chrissie Hynde - 'Chrissie Hynde & Pals - Duets Special'
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Bon Jovi - 'Forever (Legendary Edition)'
Release date: Out now
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The Rolling Stones - 'Black and Blue'
Release date: Out now
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The Beatles - 'The Beatles Anthology music collection'
Release date: Out now
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Simply Red - 'Recollections'
Release date: Out now
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Madonna - 'Bedtime Stories'
Release date: Out now
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Kylie Minogue
Release date: Out now
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Freddie Mercury
Release date: Out now
Freddie Mercury's only solo album 'Mr Bad Guy' celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025, and to mark the milestone a 40th anniversary special edition of the album has been released. The album features 11 songs which have been remixed by Queen's longtime sound team of Justin Shirley-Smith and Joshua J Macrae. The mixes stay true to the original recordings, enhancing them with modern techniques as Justin explained: "The idea wasn't to try to make it sound like they would make it now, it was to make it sound like it would have then if they'd had better technology and more time."
What is the tracklist for the 'Young Americans' re-issue?
The tracklist for the re-issue of 'Young Americans' is the same as the original release.
Side one
- 'Young Americans'
- 'Win'
- 'Fascination'
- 'Right'
Side two
- 'Somebody Up There Likes Me'
- 'Across The Universe'
- 'Can You Hear Me?'
- 'Fame'
When is the re-issue released?
The new vinyl version of the album was released on 7th March 2025.
Take a look through David Bowie's amazing career:
David Bowie's childhood home
David Bowie - born David Jones - lived at 40 Stansfield Road in Brixton until he was six-years-old.
1960s - David Bowie in Davy Jones and The Lower Third
Before he became the music legend known as David Bowie, he went by Davy Jones. After being part of several bands in his teenage years, the singer was part of blues trio Davy Jones and The Lower Third.
1967 - David Bowie shares 'The Laughing Gnome'
David Bowie then pursued a solo career and in 1967 he released 'The Laughing Gnome' as a novelty single, which follows a conversation David has with a gnome. It was re-released in 1973 and it made it to Number 6 on the UK Charts.
1969 - David Bowie releases 'Space Oddity'
David Bowie had his first big hit with 'Space Oddity' in 1969. It gained popularity as it was used by the BBC alongside footage of the Apollo 11 moon landing. This song was inspired by Stanley Kubrick's film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
A reissue of the track 'Space Oddity' in 1975 gave the musician his first UK Number 1.
1970 - David Bowie releases 'The Man Who Sold The World'
Following the success of 'Space Oddity', his 1970 album 'The Man Who Sold The World' helped catapult David Bowie to international recognition.
1971 - David Bowie releases 'Hunky Dory'
Following his 'The Man Who Sold The World' album, David Bowie took some time off from touring and recording and focused on writing. He created his fourth studio album 'Hunky Dory' in 1971 which included the hugely popular tracks 'Changes' and 'Life on Mars?', as well as songs inspired by Andy Warhol and Bob Dylan.
1972 - David Bowie releases 'The Rise And Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars'
As he grew in fame, David Bowie took on the persona of Ziggy Stardust. He saw Ziggy as a doomed rockstar who performed with backing group The Spiders From Mars. He released 'The Rise And Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars' album in 1972 and it shot David to stardom.
1973 - David Bowie releases 'Aladdin Sane'
David Bowie put an end to his iconic Ziggy Stardust persona in 1973 to instead become Aladdin Sane. His extensive touring across the US influenced the glam-rock album and the character Aladdin Sane, who he described as an American-influenced version of Ziggy Stardust.
1976 - David Bowie appears in The Man Who Fell To Earth
As it turns out, David Bowie's talents didn't just lie with music, and in 1976 he starred in The Man Who Fell To Earth. He appeared as alien Thomas Jerome Newton in the sci-fi drama.
1977 - 1979 - David Bowie releases 'The Berlin Trilogy'
From 1977 to 1979, David Bowie released the albums 'Low', 'Heroes' and 'Lodger' as part of 'The Berlin Trilogy'.
The albums were worked on after his move from the US to Europe, with recording taking place in France, Switzerland, and Germany as well as New York.
Although these are not his most commercially successful albums, they are critically acclaimed and have been influential for other artists.
1980 - The Elephant Man
David Bowie also tried his hand at acting on stage and took on a role in The Elephant Man on Broadway from July 1980 to January 1981.
1983 - David Bowie releases 'Let's Dance'
David Bowie brought out his dance-pop album 'Let's Dance' in 1983 and it was a huge commercial success, topping the UK Charts for three weeks. The album was even nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1984.
Nile Rodgers, who produced the title track, said of the song: "When David wrote those lyrics, he was talking about the dance that people do in life; the conceptual dance of not being honest. He sings, 'put on your red shoes and dance the blues.' Like you're pretending to be happy but you're sad."
1986 - David Bowie stars in Labyrinth
One of David Bowie's most famous and iconic film roles has to be Jareth the Goblin King in the classic 80s film Labyrinth, which came out in 1986.
1988 - David Bowie fronts Tin Machine
While he juggled acting and music throughout the 80s, David Bowie came to work with musicians Reeves Gabrels and Tony and Hunt Sales in a side project called Tin Machine. The group brought out the albums 'Tin Machine' (1989) and 'Tin Machine II' (1991).
1996 - David Bowie is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
David Bowie was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996 by David Byrne of Talking Heads. Of his induction, the Rock Hall said: 'Bowie's fifty-year career is one of constant evolution, brilliant innovation, and enduring artistry. His legacy endures as one of a talent that defied form and a man who defied definition.'
1997 - David Bowie receives a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
One year after his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, David Bowie was awarded with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2000 - David Bowie performs at Glastonbury
David Bowie's performance at Glastonbury Festival in 2000 is regarded as one of the most incredible headlining slots at the festival, as well as a career-defining moment for the musician.
He played songs like 'Starman', 'China Girl' and 'Under Pressure' and also released his performance as a live album.
2004 - David Bowie goes on his final tour
David Bowie went on what would be his final tour in 2004. The 'A Reality Tour' took him across Europe, North America, Asia, New Zealand and Australia and was the longest tour of his career.
While at one of his shows, he suffered a heart attack on stage which led him to retire from performing live in 2006.
2006 - David Bowie receives the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
As well as being nominated for 16 Grammy Awards and winning five of them throughout his career, in 2006 David Bowie was awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
2013 - David Bowie returns to music with 'The Next Day'
Following a break from the public eye and recording, David Bowie returned in 2013 with his 25th studio album 'The Next Day'.
2016 - David Bowie releases his final album
In January 2016, on his 69th birthday, Davie Bowie released the album 'Blackstar'. The album had been recorded in secret and was the last music released by the music legend as he sadly passed away just two days after it came out.
2016 - Tributes paid to David Bowie following his death
Following his tragic death, friends and fans of the music legend were shocked and saddened by the news and tributes came pouring in from across the world.
As many people were in disbelief over the announcement, David's son Duncan Jones confirmed the news, sharing a photo of himself with his father and writing: 'Very sorry and sad to say it's true'.
Fellow musician Bruce Springsteen Tweeted: 'Over here on E Street, we're feeling the great loss of David Bowie. David was a visionary artist and an early supporter of our music.'
Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones wrote: 'We had so many good times together. He was my friend, I will never forget him'.
Madonna added a tribute, writing: 'Talented. Unique. Genius. Game Changer.'
Tony Visconti, who produced a number of David Bowie's albums wrote in a statement: 'His death was no different from his life - a work of Art. He made Blackstar for us, his parting gift. I knew for a year this was the way it would be. I wasn't, however, prepared for it. He was an extraordinary man, full of love and life. He will always be with us.'
2021 - David Bowie's New York home sells for $16.8 million.
When news of David Bowie's sad death reached fans, they flocked to his flat in New York to create a memorial.
He had bought the property in 1999, and in 2021 the property sold for a whopping $16.8 million (£12,110,280).
Following his death, David Bowie's childhood home also became a shrine for the music legend.
2021 - David Bowie's 'Toy' album is released
In 2021, David Bowie's estate posthumously released his album 'Toy'. The singer had recorded the album in 2000 and it includes re-recordings of some of his 1964 and 1971 tracks as well as some new songs.
The album was originally meant to be released in 2001 but was shelved for financial reasons. It remained unheard until it was leaked in 2011. It was officially released for the first time in November 2021 as part of a box set and the album made it to Number 5 on the UK Albums Chart.
2022 - David Bowie's estate sells his entire music catalogue
In January, it was announced that David Bowie's entire music catalogue had been sold to Warner Chappell Music. Although the exact figure wasn't revealed, it's thought that the sale was for upwards of £185million.
The sale includes all 26 of his studio albums as well as the posthumous album 'Toy'.
2022 - Madame Tussauds creates second David Bowie waxwork
Having worked with Madame Tussauds to create an accurate waxwork in 1983, the museum announced that they had created a new waxwork based on David Bowie's famous 70s alter ego, Ziggy Stardust.
General Manager at Madame Tussauds London Tim Waters said of the addition to their collection: "We were honoured to work with his estate in what would have been his 75th year and play our small part in keeping his inimitable legacy alive for generations to come."
2022 - Moonage Daydream
In April a new film following the incredible life and career of David Bowie was announced. With previously unseen footage from his decade-spanning career, Moonage Daydream has been made in collaboration with David Bowie's estate.
Described as an "experiential cinematic odyssey", the film is set to hit cineams on 16th September.
2022 - Mattel makes a David Bowie Barbie doll
Inspired by David Bowie's look in his 'Life on Mars?' music video, Mattel released a specially designed Barbie doll, complete with replicated powder-blue suit, platform shoes, hair and make-up to match his outfit in the video.
The release celebrated the 50th anniversary of his 'Hunky Dory' album.
2022 - David Bowie is voted Britain's most influential artist of the past 50 years
In August, it was announced that David Bowie had topped the Sky Arts list of 50 influential artists from the past 50 years.
To mark the acheivement, Sky Arts commissioned artist Joe Black to create artwork of David Bowie. He made a huge portrait of the musician using 8,610 plectrums.
2022 - David Bowie receives a stone on the Music Walk of Fame
In September 2022, David Bowie received a stone on the Music Walk of Fame. The event was attended by many friends, collaborators and fans of the late singer.
2022 - David Bowie's son recreates his intro to The Snowman
In December 2022, David Bowie's son Duncan Jones recreated the intro to The Snowman film that his dad had recorded in 1984 using the same scarf from the iconic video.
Having found the scarf in 2020, Duncan paid tribute to his father in the recreation of the video with his own spin on the story, saying: "When I was a little lad, my dad used to tell me a story about when he was little, he had a friend who was a snowman. He was such a good friend that one day he gave him a gift.
"I always thought that that story was made up but then one day when I got a bit older my dad gave me that gift and it was a beautiful blue scarf. And now I wonder if maybe the story was true? Merry Christmas everyone."
2023 - David Bowie's 80,000-piece archive to go on public display
David Bowie's 80,000-piece archive was announced to go on public display at the V&A Museum.
The vast array of items include handwritten lyrics, letters, sheet music, original costumes, fashion, photography, film, music videos, set designs, musical instruments, album artwork and awards from David Bowie's fabled six-decade career.
2024 - Rue David Bowie © Alamy
The first street in the world to be named after David Bowie has officially opened in Paris. Rue David Bowie is located at the intersection with Avenue Pierre-Mendès-France in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, a vibrant cultural quarter of the French capital.
2024 - David Bowie's last-ever UK concert voted 'most magical moment'
David Bowie's last-ever UK concert voted 'most magical moment', ahead of The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix and Fleetwood Mac. To celebrate the launch of the Isle of Wight Festival Experience 25 exhibition at London's The O2, a poll was conducted on social channels asking fans to have their say on the festival's defining moments. David Bowie's legendary bill-topping set at Seaclose Park on 13th June 2004 duly triumphed.
2025 - Two David Bowie albums appear in Top 10 list of best-selling vinyls
In April 2025 it was revealed that two of David Bowie's albums are listed in the Top 10 best-selling vinyls of the last decade, according to the Official Charts Company. The singer's 2016 albums 'Legacy' and 'Blackstar' are listed at Number 5 and Number 8 respectively. Both albums were released in the year that David passed away.
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