Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

David Bowie’s White Light, White Heat, White Magic, a cover and one-page feature in Record Mirror, April 15, 1978.

David Bowie’s "Cranky Devo," a one-page article in Melody Maker, April 8, 1978.

David Bowie’s "David Bowie and Marlene Dietrich Team Up", a one-page article in Rolling Stone, April 6, 1978.

David Bowie’s "Devo on Bowie Tour," a one-page scrapbook article in unknown publication, March 18, 1978.

David Bowie & Iggy Pop’s "Live in Seattle," a one-page article in New Musical Express, March 18, 1978.

David Bowie’s On Stage, a two-page advert in New Musical Express, March 11, 1978. June 14th - City Hall, Newcastle at 7:30 PM June 15th...

David Bowie’s On Stage , a two-page advert in Melody Maker, March 11, 1978. June 14th City Hall, Newcastle at 7.30pm 15th City Hall,...

David Bowie’s "The Bowie Tour," a one-page article in New Musical Express, February 25, 1977. WE announced this week of David Bowie's...

David Bowie’s "Bowie Tour - Dates and Tickets," a one-page advert in Sounds, February 25, 1978. DAVID BOWIE plays thirteen British...

David Bowie’s Bowie Today - From Brixton to Berlin, a cover and eight-page feature in Melody Maker, February 18, 1978.

Alice Cooper’s From The Inside , a one-page review in Rolling Stone, February 8, 1978. IF ANYONE COULD PULL off a concept album about...

Iggy Pop’s "Kill City", a one-page album review in New Musical Express, January 28, 1978.". As I'm writing this CSM is similarly...

Bowie's Heroes-Era Single Launch Published in the UK on January 20, 1978, Melody Maker’s one-page advert “Beauty and the Beast - The New Single” promoted David Bowie’s latest single from the Heroes album. The eye-catching ad highlighted the track’s dark, experimental energy, positioning it as a bold follow-up in Bowie’s Berlin Trilogy phase, with striking visuals and text emphasizing his ongoing creative reinvention. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker

Rod's Blistering Blues Kicker Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 20, 1978, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 17101), Rod Stewart’s “Hot Legs” — backed with “I Was Only Joking” — was the second single from his 1977 album Foot Loose & Fancy Free. In the UK, it was issued as a double A-side. The single reached No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart. The lead guitar was played by Billy Peek, a Saint Louis native and mem

Alice's 1978 Comeback Spotlight Published in the US on January 19, 1978, Circus Magazine’s two-page feature “Alice Comes Alive” captured Alice Cooper (solo) at a pivotal moment — his post-1975 recovery and triumphant return to the spotlight after the original band breakup. The article explored his new direction, the success of Welcome to My Nightmare, the theatrical live shows, and his reinvention as a solo star, with vivid photos and insights into his ongoing shock-rock lega

Queen's 1978 Leadership Shift Spotlight Published in the UK on January 19, 1978, this cover feature “No Longer Leader?” explored the evolving dynamics within Queen. The article delved into whether Freddie Mercury was stepping back from being the sole leader of the band, highlighting the growing contributions from Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon, and reflecting on the group's maturing creative process during the News of the World era. The cover featured the band in st

Bowie's Bodyguard & Iggy Pop Bond Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page article “Bowie’s Big Buddy” profiled Tony Mascia — David Bowie’s longtime bodyguard — offering a candid, colourful glimpse into Bowie’s life during the Berlin Trilogy era. Mascia shared stories of driving rock stars, working on The Man Who Fell To Earth, protecting Bowie from crowds, and his thoughts on Bowie’s friends (Iggy Pop, John Lennon, Mick Jagger, Marc Bolan). The

An NME Heroes-Era Single Spotlight Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page review “Beauty and the Beast - Off He Goes, Dictating Another Trend” covered David Bowie’s “Beauty and the Beast” single from Heroes. The enthusiastic review celebrated the track’s dark, experimental energy and Bowie’s ongoing trendsetting role in rock. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: One-page sin

An NME Heroes Celebration Promo Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page advert “Beauty and the Beast - From NME's Album of the Year” promoted David Bowie’s Heroes album as NME’s Album of the Year. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: One-page single advert. Do you have this NME advert in your archive? Ready for the beauty and the beast? Share in the comments!

Bowie's Beast & RCA Right Call Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, review “Beauty and the Beast - RCA Publicity Dept. are Right” celebrated David Bowie’s “Beauty and the Beast” single from Heroes. The enthusiastic review agreed with RCA’s publicity push, praising the track’s dark, innovative energy and Bowie’s ongoing role as a trendsetter in glam and experimental rock. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: Scrapbook (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: Si