David Bowie's album Beauty And The Beast Fame is a masterpiece that showcases his unique musical style and artistic vision. The album features a blend of rock, pop, and experimental sounds that create an otherworldly atmosphere for the listener.
The title track "Beauty And The Beast" is a hauntingly beautiful song that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Bowie's vocals are raw and emotional, and the music is a perfect combination of electronic and acoustic instrumentation.
"Fame" is another standout track on the album, with its funky bassline and catchy chorus. The song's lyrics are a commentary on the nature of celebrity and the downsides of fame, and Bowie delivers them with his trademark wit and intelligence.
Other standout tracks on the album include "Heroes" and "Boys Keep Swinging," both of which showcase Bowie's ability to create memorable melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.
I remember attending a disco at my school youth club at Bulmershe in Woodley near Reading and the DJ playing his promo version of the 7" single and announcing what a superb hit this single would be... sadly I think it lingered in the lower reaches of the UK charts in February and March 1978 and then was lost...