Young Americans is the ninth studio album by David Bowie, released on March 7, 1975, through RCA Records. Marking a departure from his glam rock style, the album explores soul and R&B, with Bowie describing it as "plastic soul". It features contributions from Carlos Alomar, Luther Vandross, and a collaboration with John Lennon on "Fame" (Bowie's first U.S. #1 hit) and a cover of "Across the Universe". Recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia and the Record Plant in New York, the album reflects Bowie's growing interest in American black music, influenced by artists like Aretha Franklin. The sessions were Read more on Last.fm.
