David Bowie Young Americans – Knock On Wood (1975 Mexico) estimated value € 25,00

Young Americans is the ninth studio album by the English musician David Bowie, released on 7 March 1975 through RCA Records. A departure from the glam rock style of previous albums, the record showcased Bowie's interest in soul and R&B. Music critics have described the sound as blue-eyed soul; Bowie himself labelled the album's sound "plastic soul".

Tracklist

Side A – Young Americans = Jóvenes Americanos – 3:11

Arranged By – David Bowie

Side B – Knock On Wood = Toca Madera – 2:59

Written By – Eddie Floyd & Steve Cropper

Description

Media & Sleeve Condition

Media: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG)
Ring wear: No
All seams perfect: Yes
Picture sleeve near mint: Yes
Creases/folds: No
Stamps or writing: No
Light damage info vinyl emblem (see picture)

Key Details

Album: It is the title track and opening song of the album Young Americans (1975).

Production: The track was produced by Tony Visconti. It marked a radical stylistic shift for Bowie into what he famously termed "plastic soul."

Musicians: This session marked the first major collaboration with a young Luther Vandross, who arranged and performed the backing vocals. It also featured Carlos Alomar on guitar (beginning a thirty-year partnership) and David Sanborn on the track's signature saxophone.

Recording Process: To capture an authentic soul feel, the track was recorded almost entirely live in the studio, including the backing vocals and saxophone.

Lyrics: The song is a fragmented snapshot of American culture and politics of the mid-70s, including a direct nod to The Beatles' "A Day in the Life" with the line "I heard the news today, oh boy."

Release: The single was released on February 21, 1975