Faces: (Boozy Glam)

Melody Maker announces Mott the Hoople and The Faces with Rod Stewart as the two main headliners for the Buxton Festival in July 1974. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Festival Announcement THE STORY The article confirms that Mott the Hoople will headline the first night (July 5) alongside Lindisfarne and the JSD Band, while The Faces with Rod Stewart will headline the second night (July 6). It includes ti

A full-page advertisement in the June 15, 1974 NME promotes the Buxton Festival, headlined by The Faces with Rod Stewart on Saturday July 6 and Mott the Hoople on Friday July 5. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Advertisements (Page 8) THE STORY The large advert announces the Buxton Festival at Booth Farm near Buxton, Derbyshire. Day one (July 5) features Mott the Hoople, Lindisfarne, Man, J.S.D. Band

The June 15, 1974 issue of NME features a packed News Desk page with major updates on The Faces with Rod Stewart, Sparks, Mott the Hoople, and the announcement of Knebworth Festival headliners. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News Desk (Page 3) THE STORY The page covers multiple breaking stories: The Faces with Rod Stewart headlining the Buxton Festival on July 6, Sparks’ rising success and upcoming

News and features page from Disc magazine headlined “Faces Open In London”, covering major rock and pop stories including the Faces’ upcoming London shows, the Osmonds, Rick Wakeman quitting Yes, the Williams Twins as film stars, and various tour and album announcements. PUBLICATION: Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Page: 4 THE STORY The page leads with news of The Faces opening in London, alongside coverage of the Osmonds, Rick Wakeman’s departure from

A striking Melody Maker front page featuring Rod Stewart and The Faces in full performance mode, announcing their major British tour. The issue also teases Bowie’s forthcoming album preview, capturing a pivotal moment in early‑1970s rock.

This Napa Valley Register article from August 1973, written by Bruce Meyer for United Press International, reviews several major rock releases of the era — including albums by The Faces, Uriah Heep, Deep Purple, and Iggy Pop. The piece captures the critical tone of early‑’70s rock journalism, balancing praise and skepticism toward the decade’s most influential acts. Publication: The Napa Valley Register Date: August 18 1973 Country: United States Under the headline...

The August 1973 issue of Circus magazine reports that Ronnie Lane has left The Faces, under the heading “Lane Calls It Quits With Faces. Publication: Circus Date: August 1973 Country: United States The item recounts that after Rod Stewart reportedly slammed the Faces’ new LP as “a bloody disgrace,” tension rose within the band. Following their seventh U.S. tour, Ronnie Lane announced he was quitting, stating “It’s time for me to move on.” The round-faced bassist and songwrite

This 1973 issue of Melody Maker features a striking front‑page photograph of Sly Stone, highlighting his return to London’s White City after a three‑year absence. The main headline, “Sabbath and Faces Dates”, announces new Reading Festival additions including Black Sabbath, The Faces, and Richie Havens, capturing the eclectic mix of heavy rock, glam, and funk dominating the British music scene that summer. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom

The June 19, 1973 edition of Melody Maker features a packed news page covering major stories on The Faces, Elton John, and Slade. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 19, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Music News THE STORY The page includes reports on The Faces’ activities, Elton John’s upcoming releases and tours, and Slade’s chart success and live shows. It reflects the vibrant British music scene during the summer of 1973. CONTEXT AND NOTES T

In June 1973, The Faces released “Ooh-La-La”, the title track from their final studio album, as a single in the USA. This laid-back, rootsy rocker backed with the energetic “Borstal Boys” captured the band’s loose, boozy charm during the twilight of their career. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Faces Label: Warner Bros. Date: June 6, 1973 Catalogue: WB 7711 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United States Genre: Rock, Roots Rock, Glam Rock Style: British Rock A-Side: “Ooh-La-La” Writte