1965 Rock Album, Recorded Before a Legend's Big Break, Is Coming Out 60 Years Later
Six decades after they were recorded, unheard David Bowie songs are finally being released.
The Shel Talmy Recordings, out Sept. 18, features 21 tracks from 1965, including 10 previously unreleased recordings made before his 1967 debut.
These recordings date back to when Bowie was still going by David Jones and collaborating with producer Shel Talmy, whose credits include the Who and the Kinks.
The collection also features early performances by guitarist Jimmy Page and keyboardist Nicky Hopkins, who would later collaborate with the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and many more.
Fans can pick up the album on CD, LP or digitally, in addition to a limited-edition vinyl version with alternate artwork. Only 1,965 copies are being pressed.
When Did David Bowie Start Recording Music?
Before becoming David Bowie, he released his first single, "Liza Jane," in 1964 as Davie Jones with the King Bees. He went on to record with the Manish Boys before joining the Lower Third in 1965.
While working with the Lower Third, Bowie recorded several tracks with Talmy, including the single "You've Got a Habit of Leaving." The following year, he changed his name to David Bowie to avoid confusion with the Monkees' Davy Jones.
After recording a few more singles with the group, Bowie decided it was time to go solo, releasing his debut album in 1967.
What Songs Are on David Bowie's 'The Shel Talmy Recordings'?
All 21 tracks were recorded during Bowie's 1965 sessions with Talmy. The record features new versions of previously released songs, early demos and recordings that have never been heard before.
Check out the full track list below.
‘The Shel Talmy Recordings' Track List
- You've Got A Habit Of Leaving (2026 Remaster)
- I Want Your Love
- Cupid
- I Pity The Fool (2026 Remaster)
- Baby Loves That Way (2026 Remaster)
- Keep Up With The Jones (Instrumental)
- Leave Her To Me
- I'll Follow You
- You Gotta Tell Her (2026 Remaster)
- Take My Tip (2026 Remaster)
- Certain Woman
- Today (Demo)
- I Want My Baby Back (Demo) (2026 Remaster)
- I Live In Dreams (Demo)
- Bars Of The County Jail (Demo)
- That's Where My Heart Is (Demo) (2026 Remaster)
- I Do Believe I Love You (Demo)
- You've Got A Habit Of Leaving (2026 Remaster)
- I Pity The Fool (2026 Remaster)
- Baby Loves That Way (Alternative vocal take)
- Take My Tip (2026 Remaster)
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This story was originally published July 15, 2026 at 12:07 PM.