Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

Stewart's Wings And Passion Peak Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on November 21, 1980, on Riva Records (catalogue: RVLP 11 / HS 3485), Rod Stewart’s Foolish Behaviour was his tenth studio album. Produced by Harry The Hook (with The Rod Stewart Group) and Tom Dowd, this 10-track rock triumph — recorded at Record Plant and Cherokee Studios, Los Angeles — featured “Passion,” “Better Off Dead,” and “She Won't Dance With Me.” Peaked at No. 4 on the UK Albums Chart for 13 weeks.

Double Rocket Faith Elton John’s “Dear God” was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 21, 1980, and and double-7" set followed on The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: XPRES 45 / 6000 591). Backed with “Tactics” (and “Steal Away Child” / “Love So Cold” on double pack), this synth-pop prayer and moody B-sides (produced by Clive Franks & Elton), were issued in plastic injection small centre, company sleeve, and picture sleeve double. No UK chart entry. Issued

David Bowie’s "Fashion Special Ed 12"," a one-page advert in New Musical Express, November 1, 1980.

Sounds Two Pages (Nov 1, 1980)

A Sophisticated Synth-Pop Strut Roxy Music’s “The Same Old Scene” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 31, 1980, on EG Records (catalogue: ROXY 1). The song was taken from the group's number one album Flesh and Blood, It peaked at No. 12 on the UK Singles Charts and No. 35 in Australia. It contains a Roland CR-78 drum machine rhythm backing and intricate bass guitar work that would become ubiquitous in many Roxy Music songs that followed. "Same Old Scene" pl

Stewart's Passionate Plea Rod Stewart’s “Passion” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 31, 1980, on Riva Records (catalogue: RIVA 26). Backed with “Better Off Dead,” written by Stewart, Chen, Grainger, Savigar, Cregan, was the lead single from the album Foolish Behaviour . Produced by Jim Cregan, the A-side's pulsating rhythm, Stewart’s raspy vocals, and Latin-infused groove marked his embrace of ‘80s dance-pop, peaking at No. 17 on the UK Singles Chart for

A New Wave Dancefloor Anthem David Bowie’s “Fashion” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 31, 1980, on RCA Records (catalogue: BOW 7). Backed with “Scream Like A Baby,” this infectious new wave and funk-infused track, written by Bowie, was the second single from his critically acclaimed album Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps). Produced by Bowie and Tony Visconti, “Fashion” featured Robert Fripp’s distinctive guitar and a danceable rhythm, peaking at No. 5 on

A Pop-Rock Pedal Push David Essex’s “On My Bike” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 17, 1980, on Mercury Records (catalogue: MER 47). Backed with “Swim Against The Flow,” this upbeat rock ‘n’ roll track, written and produced by David Essex, both tracks were taken from the album Hot Love . The A-side’s playful ode to biking freedom reflected Essex’s knack for catchy, relatable themes, but it failed to chart, signaling his commercial decline. Housed in a pi

David Bowie's "Ladies and Gentlemen" Scary Monsters one-page advert in Rolling Stone, October 16, 1980

David Bowie’s "The Tracks of My Years" (1964-71), a four-page feature in Sounds, October 4, 1980.

released October 4, 1980 as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor Records (catalog: POSP 160) "Sixties Man" backed with "Tall Girls" by Sweet was issued to promote their album Sweet VI (also known as Give Us a Wink in some markets), this single marked the band’s shift toward a synth-infused '80s sound, moving away from their classic bubblegum glam of the '70s. Without original vocalist Brian Connolly, it reflected The Sweet’s attempt to stay relevant amid a changing musical landsc

Suzi Quatro's "Rock Hard" b/w "State of Mind" is a high-energy hard rock single from her seventh studio album Rock Hard, released in the...

Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel's "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)" / "Sebastian" – 1980 Reissue Released on October 3, 1980, by EMI...

A Live Glam Revival Slade’s Alive At Reading '80 7-inch vinyl EP, was released in the UK on October 3, 1980, on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: CHEAP 5). This four-track live EP, recorded at the Reading Rock Festival on August 24, 1980, captured the band’s energetic comeback, blending their glam roots with rock 'n' roll covers. Produced by the band, the EP peaked at No. 44 on the UK Singles Chart, revitalizing Slade amid a punk-dominated scene. Tracklist: Side A1: When I'm Da

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Often Copied Never Equalled," a one-page advert in New Musical Express, September 27, 1980

Marc Bolan’s "Marc Bolan's Consumers Guide Part 2" , a three-page feature in New Musical Express , September 27, 1980.

David Bowie’s Scary Monsters, a one-page review "The Moods of an Artist" in Musicians Only Magazine, September 20, 1980.

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Your Master’s Voice," a one-page review in Melody Maker, September 20, 1980.

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Bowie Takes A Bow," a one-page review in Record Mirror, September 20, 1980.

Musicians Only One Page (Sep 20, 1980)