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Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars: 50 years on (29/12/2023)

How a group of lads from East Yorkshire became one of the biggest bands in music history.

How a group of lads from East Yorkshire became one of the biggest bands in music history. Lizzie Rose marks 50 years since Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars split up, on stage, at the Hammersmith Apollo.

Alongside David Bowie, the band was formed of three East Yorkshire men: Mick Ronson, Trevor Boulder and Mick "Woody" Woodmansey. Lizzie hears stories of the band's time on the road, and the tale of the surprise split.

1 hour

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  • Fri 29 Dec 2023 18:00