Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

Bowie’s Thin White Duke storms Wembley – the ultimate Station to Station spectacle! Rock Scene Magazine, January 1, 1976. More Bowie tour triumphs added weekly. Have you details of the concerts David Bowie intends to do in H Britain in the Spring and what sort of backing is he likely to have? When is his album "Station To Station" going to be issued and what happened to his film? Andy Grey, Hornchurch. David Bowie will be coming to Britain after a coast-to-coast tour in North

David Bowie’s "Bowie Stands Alone", a one-page article in Melody Maker, January 24, 1976. DAVID BOWIE: "Station To Station" (RCA APLI...

Bolan's Futuristic Dragon UK Tour Promo Published in the UK on January 24, 1976, Melody Maker’s one-page advert “Futuristic Dragon & Tour” promoted T. Rex’s upcoming UK tour in support of the album Futuristic Dragon . The ad listed 16 dates from February 5th to March 6th, 1976, across venues including Central Hall (Chatham), City Hall (St. Albans), Leas Cliff Hall (Folkestone), Cliffs Pavilion (Southend-on-Sea), Floral Hall (Southport), Palace Theatre (Newark), Grand Pavilion

Bowie's Thin White Duke Epic Released as in the UK by RCA Victor on January 23, 1976, David Bowie’s Station To Station was his tenth studio album and a pivotal transitional work — blending soul/funk grooves with experimental rock, marking the birth of the Thin White Duke persona. Produced by Bowie and Harry Maslin, it featured George Murray (bass), Dennis Davis (drums), Earl Slick (lead guitar), Carlos Alomar (rhythm guitar), and Roy Bittan (piano). The title track clocked in

Sweet's 1976 Bravo Comeback Feature Published in Germany on January 22, 1976, Bravo Magazine’s cover and feature “Sweet with New Action” captured The Sweet at a pivotal moment in their mid-’70s career. The cover showcased the band in full glam regalia, with the article highlighting their latest singles, live energy, and ongoing success following hits like “Fox on the Run” and “Action.” It tied into the broader pop culture buzz of the time, including Bravo’s famous Otto electi

Bolan's Capital Radio Phone-In On January 18, 1976, Maggie Norden interviewed Marc Bolan on the Capital Radio show Hullabaloo. The programme featured Bolan discussing his music and career, responding to listener questions during a live phone-in segment, and playing tracks from his upcoming album Futuristic Dragon (released later that year). A lively, fan-focused radio moment during Bolan’s mid-’70s creative peak. Interview Overview Details Show: Hullabaloo (Capital Radio, UK)

Ronnie Lane's Doomladen Prophecy Published in the UK on January 17, 1976, New Musical Express’s one-page feature “Can Rock Survive the Holocaust” and one full-page advert for the One More for the Road Tour. Chris Salewicz probed prophetic Ronnie Lane about his life after leaving the Faces, his new band Slim Chance, the Passing Show circus tour, and his move to a farm in Monmouthshire. Lane discussed the problems of going solo, the expense of studios, the boredom of the rock-s

A Rolling Stone Station To Station Tour Tease Published in the US on January 15, 1976, Rolling Stone’s one-page article “Bowie To Tour” announced David Bowie’s upcoming 1976 North American tour in support of his forthcoming album Station to Station. The piece detailed the plans for Bowie’s return to the stage after his Berlin retreat, highlighting the Thin White Duke persona and the anticipation for the new sound. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Rolling Stone

A T. Rex Anti-Smoking TV Spot If Marc Bolan kissed you would he feel like this? He would if you smoked. Marc Bolan doesn't smoke and doesn't like kissing girls who do. "Their breath smells of stale tobacco," he says, "and their mouths taste like an old dog end." And Marc Bolan is only one of millions of young men who won't find you tasty if you smoke. The silly thing is that if you smoke 20 cigarettes a day, it costs you about £150 a year to make yourself thoroughly unattract

A New Musical Express Thin White Duke Triumph Published in the UK on January 10, 1976, New Musical Express’s one-page album review “Don't Touch That Dial” by Charles Shaar Murray. DAVID BOWIE: Station To Station (RCA) "A sixty thousand word novel is one image corrected fifty-nine thousand, nine hundred and ninety-Samuel R. nine times" Delaney LONGACRE BOARD OF EXAMINATION INTERMEDIATE ROCK WRITING Discuss David Bowie's "Station To Station" from any perspective available. Up

David Bowie’s Directing Bowie, a cover feature in Street Life, January 10–23, 1976.

A Sweet Glam-Pop Sweet Sting Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 9, 1976, on RCA Victor (catalogue: RCA 2641), The Sweet’s “The Lies In Your Eyes” — backed with “Cockroach” — was a glam-pop gem written by Scott, Connolly, Tucker, and Priest. Produced by Sweet for Chinebridge Ltd., this track entered the Official Singles Chart on January 24, 1976, peaking at No. 35 for 4 weeks. Issued in RCA company sleeve with solid centre pressing. Single Overview Release

A Rock Of The Westies Funk Blast Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 9, 1976, on DJM Records (catalogue: DJS 10646), Elton John’s “Grow Some Funk Of Your Own” — backed with “I Feel Like A Bullet (In The Gun Of Robert Ford)” — was the second single from Rock Of The Westies. Produced by Gus Dudgeon, this funky rock double A-side showcased Elton’s mid-’70s band energy. A bold Rocket Records era miss. Taken from the album Rock of the Westies, shared its A-side

David Bowie brings plastic soul to America’s coolest dance show! David Bowie appeared on the iconic US TV show Soul Train on November 4, 1975 – one of the most surreal and memorable moments in his career. He performed (miming to playback): “Fame” (his first US #1) “Golden Years” (the then-unreleased single from the upcoming Station to Station) The episode included an interview with host Don Cornelius and questions from the audience. Bowie was visibly nervous, making for a fam

Bryan Ferry's Two-Page Feature in Rock Magazine, January 1, 1976.

Rod Stewart’s "Rod's In Love" , a one-page feature in Rock Scene Magazine , January 1, 1976.

Alice Cooper’s "Alice Cleans Up," a two-page feature in Rock Scene, January 1, 1976.

Sweet Andy Scott’s "In the Bravo Window: Andy Scott" , a two-page article in Bravo Magazine , January 1, 1976.

Marc’s Mistletoe Boogie "Marc's Christmas Bop" is an unreleased 7-inch single by T. Rex, catalogued as MARC 12, with several proposed release dates, though November 14, 1975, is considered the most likely. It was meant to be a limited Christmas release but never officially came out at the time. The A-side, "Christmas Bop," is a new, previously unheard holiday-themed track, while the B-side includes two of T. Rex’s major 1972 hits: "Telegram Sam" and "Metal Guru." Although she

A Siren Live Glam Torch Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 12, 1975, on Island Records (catalogue: WIP 6262), Roxy Music’s “Both Ends Burning” was the second single from Siren. The A-side (studio, edited to 3:58) was backed with “For Your Pleasure” recorded live at Wembley Empire Pool in October 1975. Produced by Chris Thomas & Roxy Music, pressed by CBS Aston Clinton with solid centre, knockout centre, promo, and rare blank B-label variants. Peaked at No