David Bowie’s second recording session for the single version of ‘Holy Holy’ took place on 13 November 1970.
‘Holy Holy’ featured musicians from the band Blue Mink: producer and bassist Herbie Flowers, guitarist Alan Parker, and drummer Barry Morgan.
The song was recorded on 9, 13, and 16 November. All three sessions took place at Island Studios in London’s Notting Hill. The single was released in the UK on 15 January 1971.
Bowie re-recorded ‘Holy Holy’ during the Ziggy Stardust sessions in 1971.
Last updated: 31 March 2023
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