XTX – Science Friction (1977)
New wave as a pop subgenre relied on pioneers like XTC to bring it into popularity throughout the 1970s in the English music scene. Science Friction first came out in a 12” format prior to its 7” shrinking. The smaller edition will make you a lot of money, as this miniature goes for around $2,000 today. There are only 50 prints of this record in circulation, the same amount that was originally produced! Only the true new wave fanatics could have a copy of this elusive record.
XTX Science Friction
David Bowie – The Prettiest Star (1973)
David Bowie was the kind of pop sensation that brought plenty of his individuality and eccentric spunk into his music and persona. The Prettiest Star would quickly be recognized as one of the androgynous superstar’s greatest songs. It was produced with a particular woman in mind, called Angela Barnett, to who Bowie was formerly married. Bowie once rang Barnett up and gave her a live rendition of the sensational number. Interestingly, Bowie’s soon-to-be rival Mark Bolan recorded the guitar for this record. As for your involvement, you could earn $2,000 off its sale!
David Bowie The Prettiest Star
