The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars (1972)
0.4469Canon Score · ranked #43 all time
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About the album
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (often shortened to Ziggy Stardust) is the fifth studio album by the English musician David Bowie, released on 16 June 1972 in the United Kingdom through RCA Records. It was co-produced by Bowie and Ken Scott and features Bowie's backing band the Spiders from Mars, composed of Mick Ronson (guitar), Trevor Bolder (bass) and Mick Woodmansey (drums). It was r
Why it ranks #43
Every list on which The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars appears, with its position as published.
| List | Authority | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Music 100 Best Albums (2024) | Critics' canon | #24 / 100 |
| Rolling Stone 500 (2003 edition) | Editorial list | #35 / 500 |
| Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums (2020) | Major international poll | #40 / 500 |
| VH1 100 Greatest Albums (2001) | Critics' canon | #48 / 100 |
| 1001 Albums You Must Hear (union) | Critics' canon | Selected |