Notes
- ↑ Kevin Cann (2010). Any Day Now - David Bowie: The London Years: 1947-1974: p.223
- ↑ Nicholas Pegg (2000). The Complete David Bowie: p.77
- ↑ Roy Carr & Charles Shaar Murray (1981). Bowie: An Illustrated Record: p.116
| "Bombers" | |
|---|---|
| Song by David Bowie | |
| from the album Hunky Dory (Rykodisc edition) | |
| Released | 30 January 1990 |
| Recorded | 9 July 1971 |
| Studio | Trident, London |
| Genre | Pop rock, glam rock |
| Length | 4:12 |
| Label | RCA |
| Songwriter(s) | David Bowie |
| Producer(s) | Ken Scott, David Bowie |
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