Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

David Bowie’s "Low Funeral in Berlin", a two-page article in Melody Maker, January 29, 1977. DAVID BOWIE'S last image, as a kind of...

Bowie's 1977 Rock Star Persona Probe Published in the UK on January 22, 1977, Rock Star magazine’s cover and four-page feature “King, Queen, or Joker?” offered an in-depth look at David Bowie during his Low era transition and reviewed the album. Exploring his shifting personas — from Ziggy Stardust to the Berlin experimental phase — and questioning whether he was rock royalty, a regal figure, or a playful trickster. The piece examined his artistic evolution, the influence of

Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Barn Records (catalog number 2014 104) on January 21, 1977. Sladfes "Gypsy Roadhog"  backed with "Forest Full of Needles" , was the sole single from the band's seventh studio album, Whatever Happened to Slade, was written by lead singer Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea, produced by Chas Chandler, and reached No. 48 on the UK charts. Cover art for "Gypsy Roadhog" by Slade, released under Barn Records in Germany, catalogue number 2

Mud's Rak Replay Triple-Hit Reissue Released on RAK Replay (catalogue: RR 6) in the UK in 1977, Mud’s “Tiger Feet / Oh Boy / Dyna-mite” was a 7-inch single on January 21, 1977 compiling three of their biggest glam-rock hits. Side A featured “Tiger Feet” (the 1974 UK No. 1), while Side B contained “Oh Boy” (a cover of the Buddy Holly classic) and “Dyna-mite” (another 1973 smash). Produced by Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn for Chinnichap Ltd, this budget reissue came in a picture

A Melody Maker Low Album Announcement Published in the UK on January 15, 1977, Melody Maker’s one-page cover “Bowie’s Back” announced the imminent release of David Bowie’s new album Low — the follow-up to Station To Station — arriving in shops that week. The cover featured Bowie in dramatic pose, with the article listing key details: recorded in France and Berlin last autumn, featuring Eno, Iggy Pop, and British rock 'n' roller Roy Young, alongside the core band (Carlos Aloma

A Melody Maker Bowie Berlin Release Published in the UK on January 15, 1977, Melody Maker’s one-page advert announced the release of David Bowie’s new album Low — out that Friday, January 14. Produced by Bowie and Tony Visconti, recorded at Château d'Hérouville in France and Hansa By The Wall in Berlin, featuring Brian Eno (tapes, synthesisers, ARPs), George Murray (bass), Dennis Davis (percussion), Carlos Alomar and Ricky Gardiner (guitar), Roy Young (piano, organ), and Iggy

Marc & Gloria's City Port B-Side Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 14, 1977, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 2572), Marc Bolan & Gloria Jones’ “To Know Him Is To Love Him” — backed with “City Port” — was a soulful glam cover of the 1958 Phil Spector classic. Produced by Marc Bolan, this tender duet showcased Bolan’s softer side and Gloria Jones’ powerful vocals. Artist: Marc Bolan and Gloria Jones Label: Ariola Country: Germany Cat

A Berlin Trilogy Ambient Masterpiece Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on January 14, 1977, on RCA Victor (catalogue: PL 12030), David Bowie’s Low — the first of his Berlin Trilogy — was a groundbreaking ambient/experimental rock album. Produced by Bowie & Tony Visconti at Château d’Hérouville and Hansa Tonstudios, this 11-track set featured “Sound And Vision,” “Be My Wife,” and the instrumental side B. side it peaked at No. 2 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart where it resided

Queen’s "Queen Win Their New Hit LP!" , a cover and one-page article in Look-In Magazine , January 1, 1977.

The newest poster with a blond mane! Sweet Mick Tucker New enlightenment in pictures: Young love, like a child Horoscope 77 What awaits you in the new year... Large music section with many groups Raimund Harmstorf as "Courier of the Tsar" Sweet Cover Bravo Magazine(Germany) December 30, 1976 No. 2 Dec. 30, 1976 - DM 1.20 for home delivery plus delivery fee · öS 10.00 - Lire 600 - €0.36 skr 3.50 incl. VAT Ptas 55, sfr 1.70 - Printed in Germany C 1917 CX

A Prog Rock Eleventh Earl Epic Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on December 23, 1976, on Charisma Records (catalogue: CDS 4005), Genesis’ Wind & Wuthering — their seventh studio album — was the last with Steve Hackett. Co-produced by David Hentschel & Genesis at Relight Studios (Holland) and remixed at Trident Studios, this 9-track prog masterpiece featured “Eleventh Earl Of Mar,” “One For The Vine,” and “Your Own Special Way.” Peaked at No. 7 on the UK Albums Chart for 22 we

Bolan brings the boogie to Christmas TV – glam’s festive finale! T. Rex performed a short three-song set at the Christmas Supersonic, which was held at The Royal Theatre, Drury Lane, London, on December 19, 1976. The songs played included “I Love To Boogie,” “The Soul Of My Suit,” and “New York City” (with only “New York City” being broadcast) on Christmas Day 1976. More Bolan festive magic added weekly

A Millionaire Waltz Glam Opera Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on December 10, 1976, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMTC 104 / 0C 066-98 485), Queen’s A Day At The Races — their fifth studio album — was the sequel to A Night At The Opera. Produced by Queen at Sarm East, Roundhouse, Olympic, Rockfield, Scorpio, and Lansdowne, this 10-track masterpiece featured “Somebody To Love,” “Tie Your Mother Down,” and “Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy.” Peaked at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart.

Gloria Jones’s Vixen  was released as an LP album in the UK by EMI Records (catalog number EMC 3159) on December 3, 1976. It features...

A Big Beat Glam-Pop Curiosity Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 3, 1976, on Island Records (catalogue: WIP 6358), Sparks’ “I Like Girls” was the final single from Big Beat . Backed with “England,” this re-recorded live favourite (A) and jaunty B-side did not chart in the UK or US — a commercial disappointment after the success of Kimono My House, Propaganda, and Indiscreet. Issued in the UK and Australia only. A quirky glam-pop footnote. Single Overview

Alice Cooper spills the secrets of villainy – magic, theatre, and why heroes are boring! Alice Cooper’s I’m Just a Natural Villain , a two-page feature in Hit Parader magazine, December 1, 1976. The article captures a candid conversation between Cooper and producer Richard Landis (recorded a couple of years earlier after a regular interview), where Alice describes himself as a “natural villain,” explains his aversion to heroism, and shares ideas shaping his evolving stage sho

Ferry steps out alone – Roxy’s crooner goes suave and sophisticated! Roxy Music’s The Solo Bryan, a four-page article in Hit Parader magazine, December 1, 1976.

A Street-Soul Soft Rock Whisper Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 26, 1976, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 4842), David Essex’s “Ooh, Love” was a tender soft-rock ballad from Out On The Street . Backed with “The City,” both written by Essex and produced/arranged by Jeff Wayne for Ollie Record Productions, it did not chart in the UK. Issued in standard, promo, and Australian variants, it’s a warm ‘70s Essex moment. Single Overview Release Details Labe

A Beatles War Cover Conquest Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 19, 1976, on Riva Records (catalogue: RIVA 6), Rod Stewart’s “Get Back” was his powerhouse Beatles cover from the All This And World War II soundtrack. Backed with “Trade Winds” from A Night On The Town , the A-side — co-produced by Lou Reizner & Rod Stewart — stormed to No. 11 on the UK Singles Chart for 9 weeks. Pressed by CBS Aston Clinton with solid centre and knock-out centre variants,

Stewart’s Sing It Again re-released as a 7-inch maxi-single in the UK on November 19, 1976 on Mercury (catalogue: 6160 006) Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” was backed with “You Wear It Well” and “Twistin’ The Night Away,” this timeless folk-rock anthem and double B-side all from the album Sing It Again Rod , were issued in an accordingly shaped Picture Sleeve in beige/light blue injection moulded variants and Irish pressing. It peaked at No. 31 on the UK Singles Chart for 5 weeks.