Steve Jones Confirms 1973 Theft from David Bowie

In a recent interview, Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones recounted the infamous incident of stealing equipment from David Bowie during his Ziggy Stardust shows at the Hammersmith Odeon in July 1973. Jones sneaked into the venue in a stolen minivan around 2 AM, taking cymbals, a bass player's amplifier, and a microphone that had Bowie's lipstick on it. He later confessed to Bowie, who found the anecdote amusing, as the microphones were not actually his but belonged to other band members. Jones expressed regret for the impact on Bowie’s bandmates, particularly drummer Mick Woodmansey, to whom he later offered $300 as a form of amends. This story highlights Jones's colorful past before the Sex Pistols gained fame with their debut single “Anarchy in the UK.” The incident serves as a quintessential rock 'n' roll tale, encapsulating the rebellious spirit of the era.