David Bowie has released many classic tracks through the years, from the hard-rocking "Rebel Rebel" to the plastic soul of "Young Americans", but he's also released a large amount of great material that remains relatively unknown. Such songs include the embarrassing but campy fun of "The Laughing Gnome", the androgynous sleaze of "Velvet Goldmine" and his famous duet with Bing Crosby on the latter... [+]

David Bowie has released many classic tracks through the years, from the hard-rocking "Rebel Rebel" to the plastic soul of "Young Americans", but he's also released a large amount of great material that remains relatively unknown. Such songs include the embarrassing but campy fun of "The Laughing Gnome", the androgynous sleaze of "Velvet Goldmine" and his famous duet with Bing Crosby on the latter's final Christmas special. These tracks from 1967-1979 should help the newbie to appreciate Bowie even more, and reaffirm the dedicated fan's love. [-]