David Bowie Rebel Rebel - Queen Bitch (1974 Germany) estimated value € 20,00
Label: RCA Victor – 74-16398
Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single
Recorded at: Ludolf Studio (also known as Studio L) in Nederhorst den Berg, Netherlands
Recorded date: January 14–15, 1974.
Released: February 15, 1974.
Country: Germany
Note: While initial sessions for the Diamond Dogs album began in London, this specific track was primarily tracked and mixed during Bowie's time in the Netherlands.
The Diamond Dogs single “Rebel Rebel” was released on 15 February 1974 and was immediately bought up large by Ziggy Stardust fans as an anthem for the now all but defunct glitter movement. It reached No 5 on the UK charts. The promo film featured Bowie as above. The final Ziggy moment occurred when “Rock n Roll Suicide” was released later that year on 11 April 1974. It reached #22 on the UK charts.
Tracklist
Side A – Rebel Rebel – 4:22
Music/Text: David Bowie
Producer: David Bowie
Side B – Queen Bitch – 3:14
Music/Text: David Bowie
Producer: Ken Scott
Description
Media & Sleeve Condition
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Ring wear: Yes
All three seams looking perfect: Yes
Picture sleeve looks near mint: No
Creases or folds: Yes
Stamps or writing: stamps backside
Key Details
Album: It is the standout lead single from the album Diamond Dogs (1974).
Musicians: David Bowie famously played the lead guitar riff himself. The rhythm section featured Herbie Flowers on bass and Aynsley Dunbar on drums.
Production: The track was produced by David Bowie. It is often cited as his "farewell to glam rock."
Composition: The song was originally intended for a planned Ziggy Stardust musical that never came to fruition.
Release: The single was released on February 15, 1974.
US Version: A different version was recorded later in April 1974 at New York's RCA Studios for the US market, featuring backing vocals and a different arrangement, though the original Dutch recording remains the definitive version.