The standard album consists of 9 tracks, clocking in at just over 35 minutes.

Bowie famously played no instruments on the record and took a very hands-off approach to the musical arrangements.

David Bowie 's 1984 studio album is widely regarded as one of the most polarizing and fascinating entries in his massive discography. Released on September 24, 1984, through EMI America Records , it served as the direct follow-up to his massive commercial blockbuster Let's Dance .