Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

Alice Cooper Group’s "Alice & Liza Make Love," a one-page article in Circus Raves Magazine, January 1, 1974.

Disc, cover and one-page feature in January 26, 1974. The Marc Bolan Page I'VE BEEN in the business seven years now and during that time I've had to take an awful lot of slagging, but let it be understood it's gonna take a hell of a lot of brain-washing by the media in order to get rid of me Marc Bolan! It's a nice idea for artists to be allowed to write their own columns occasionally, be-cause you get the chance to talk about things that are important to yourself. Like, this

Alvin Stardust's 12-Year Wait Spotlight Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, this one-page feature “Twelve Years On And Still No Album” profiled Alvin Stardust during his rapid rise in the glam-rock scene. The article reflected on Stardust’s (real name Bernard Jewry) long journey through music — from his early days as Shane Fenton in the late 1950s/early 1960s to his 1973–1974 comeback as a leather-clad, pompadoured glam star with hits like “My Coo Ca Choo” and “Jealous M

Cassidy's 1974 UK Tour Spotlight Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page feature “British Dates” announced David Cassidy’s upcoming UK tour dates, marking his return to live performances in Britain during the height of his early 1970s teen idol fame. The article highlighted the excitement surrounding Cassidy’s concerts, detailing venues, ticket info, and his enduring popularity with fans following hits from The Partridge Family and his solo career, i

Faces’ "Reading Re-Lived" , a one-page article, 1973. Artist: Various Artists Title: Reading Festival 1973 Label: Philips...

Ronson's Solo Guitar Showcase Tease Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page preview article covered Mick Ronson’s debut solo album Slaughter on 10th Avenue. The piece highlighted Ronson’s emergence as a lead artist after his iconic role as David Bowie’s guitarist in the Spiders from Mars, emphasizing his technical brilliance, melodic guitar work, and the album’s blend of rock, instrumental flair, and glam energy. It built anticipation for the record’

Disc, January 26, 1974. Live Faces ... fresh and fast with feeling FACES "Overture And Beginners" (Mercury SRM 1697, £2.45). Let it first be said that this is indeed a very fine album and an incredible start to a year which will undoubtedly produce a right load of old garbage from assorted pop stars. Then let it be said that it took the record company so long to get this album to the Disc offices we're fortunate to be able to review it this year at all. As a result you've pro

The Tender That Hit Disc Magazine Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page advert promoted Mick Ronson’s single “Love Me Tender” — his soulful cover of the Elvis Presley classic, released as the lead track from Slaughter on 10th Avenue during his post-Spiders from Mars solo phase. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Disc (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page single advert. Legacy This advert captures Mick Ronson in early 1974 — tran

Mick Ronson's Solo Spotlight in Disc Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page article “Ronson Strikes Out” profiled Mick Ronson during his early solo career transition after leaving David Bowie’s Spiders from Mars. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Disc (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page feature article. Legacy “Ronson Strikes Out” is an early 1974 snapshot of Mick Ronson emerging as a solo artist — a key moment in glam-rock h

article in Disc, January 26, 1974.

Essex's Glam Centerfold in Disc Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s center-page poster “David Essex Portrait Gallery” featured a striking, full-colour portrait spread of David Essex at the height of his early 1970s pop stardom. The glossy pull-out captured Essex in classic glam style — long hair, sharp features, and charismatic pose — designed as a collectible keepsake for teenage fans during his rise with hits like “Rock On” and “Gonna Make You a Star.”

Bowie's 1980 Floor Show NYC Prep Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, New Musical Express’s one-page article “U.S. Stay to Set Up Revue” reported that David Bowie would leave Britain in mid-February to spend several months in New York, where he would work on preparations for his stage revue titled The 1980 Floor Show. This was the provisional name for his musical adaptation of George Orwell’s novel 1984, previously exclusively reported by NME as set to premiere in London’

cover article in Melody Maker, January 26, 1974. MICK RONSON is following in the footsteps of David Bowie and is set to do two dates at London's Rain-bow next month. He will play the theatre on February 22 and 23, and it's expected that Bowie, for whom he's been back-up man and guitarist in the past two years, will be on stage with him. Thus Ronson, who's managed by Mainman, the same company as Bowie, becomes the centre of a large campaign designed to establish him as a solo

Disc, January 26, 1974. COCKNEY REBEL (EMI 2051). "Sebastian" This is a fine, outstandingly different single from a fine group. All concerned (including Steve Harley) were so amazed that it wasn't a hit they've decided to have a second try. Once you've heard it you'll know why-and hear it you undoubtedly will. Such a good single it deserves to be a monster hit. And as long as the Beeb don't ignore it, this could be the big break Cockney Re-bel have been waiting for. If they'r

Lulu’s "The Man Who Sold The World", a one-page advert in New Musical Express, January 19, 1974.

Slade’s "Snappy Slade" , a one-page article, 1973.

1974's Shock-Rock Fan Feature Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Popswop Magazine’s one-page. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Popswop (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page portrait. Legacy “Alice's Popswop” is a quintessential early 1974 Alice Cooper artifact — pure shock-rock idol worship from the peak of their UK breakthrough. Do you have this Popswop feature in your archive? Ready for Alice's early glam? Share in the comments!

Disc, January 26, 1974. MARC BOLAN AND T. REX "Teenage Dream" (Mare 7). Good old Marc! Just when everyone had given him up for dead, sub-merged under a pile of tuneless drivel, he comes up with a really good single. It has good lyrics, an incredib-ly memorable refrain, and above all it's different. I'm not going to stick my neck out though Top Three, I'd say! Undoubtedly, some people are going to hate it, but that's nothing new to T. Rex. And this time Marc Bolan will have th

Sweet's US-Bound Glam Push Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page article “Sweet Single Made in US” announced that The Sweet were set to release a new single made in the US, capitalizing on their growing international buzz following hits like “Block Buster!” and “The Ballroom Blitz.” Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Disc (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page news/feature article. Legacy This article captures The Sweet in early

Sensational Alex Harvey Band's Vaudeville Madness. Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s article “Alex Harvey fantasy night” announced a special concert by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band at the Empire Ballroom, Leicester Square, London, on Monday, February 11, 1974. The event was billed as a night of romance, fantasy, and fun, with a named DJ introducing the evening. Supporting acts included Rocket Records’ latest signing Casablanca and The Troggs. The ar