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Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)
The Full Glitter Galaxy (2200 posts)
This is your map to the entire glam universe on glamslamescape.com – every tag, every legend, every post count. From the first cosmic curl to the last feather boa drop, dive into the decade that turned rock into theatre, grey Britain into day-glo, and ordinary kids into peacocks. Whether you're chasing one artist or lost in the whole glittering madness, click and let the revolution begin.
David Essex: On My Bike Single (1980)
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 Essex
Oct 16, 19802 min read
David Bowie: Scary Monsters Advert (1980)
David Bowie's "Ladies and Gentlemen" Scary Monsters one-page advert in Rolling Stone, October 16, 1980
David Bowie
Oct 15, 19801 min read
David Bowie: Bowie "The Tracks of My Years" (1964-71) Feature (1980)
David Bowie’s "The Tracks of My Years" (1964-71), a four-page feature in Sounds, October 4, 1980.
David Bowie
Oct 3, 19801 min read
Sixties Man Single
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
Sweet
Oct 3, 19802 min read
Suzi Quatro: "Rock Hard" Single (1980)
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...
Suzi Quatro
Oct 2, 19802 min read
Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel: "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)" Single (1980)
Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel's "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)" / "Sebastian" – 1980 Reissue Released on October 3, 1980, by EMI...
Cockney Rebel
Oct 2, 19803 min read
Slade: Alive At Reading '80 EP (1980)
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
Slade
Oct 2, 19802 min read
David Bowie: "Scary Monsters - Often Copied Never Equalled" Advert (1980)
David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Often Copied Never Equalled," a one-page advert in New Musical Express, September 27, 1980
David Bowie
Sep 26, 19801 min read
Marc Bolan: "Marc Bolan's Consumers Guide Part 2" Feature (1980)
Marc Bolan’s "Marc Bolan's Consumers Guide Part 2" , a three-page feature in New Musical Express , September 27, 1980.
T.Rex
Sep 26, 19801 min read
David Bowie: “Scary Monsters” Album Review (1980)
David Bowie’s Scary Monsters, a one-page review "The Moods of an Artist" in Musicians Only Magazine, September 20, 1980.
David Bowie
Sep 20, 19801 min read
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