Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

A Lulu Bowie Glam Cover Spotlight Published in the UK on January 12, 1974, this one-page review covered Lulu’s “The Man Who Sold The World” — her dramatic glam-rock cover of David Bowie’s 1970 classic, backed with “Watch That Man.” Produced by Bowie & Mick Ronson, the review captured the excitement of Lulu’s bold reinvention and Bowie’s rising influence. A key early 1974 press moment for the Bowie/Lulu collaboration. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: Unknown (UK m

A Scrapbook Bowie Glam Cut Alternate Subheading Options: 1. Bowie's Red Army Shock 2. The Red That Hit Scrapbook 3. 1974's Ziggy Rebellion Published in the UK on January 12, 1974, Scrapbook’s one-page cutting “The Red Army!” captured David Bowie in full Ziggy Stardust-era rebellion — a striking image and text piece showcasing his red-haired, theatrical persona amid the glam rock revolution. A bold, visual snapshot of Bowie’s 1974 dominance. Article Overview Publication De

A Sweet Glam-Rock Riot Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 11, 1974, on RCA Records (catalog number RCA 2394), The Sweet’s “Teenage Rampage” — backed with “Own Up, Take a Look at Yourself” — was a high-energy glam-rock stomper. Written by Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman, produced by Phil Wainman, this teen rebellion anthem entered the Official Singles Chart on January 16, 1974, peaked at No. 2 for 3 weeks, and charted for 8 weeks. A defining Sweet hit. Single Ov

A Lulu Bowie Glam Cover Smash Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 11, 1974, on Polydor Records (catalogue: 2001 490), Lulu’s “The Man Who Sold The World” — backed with “Watch That Man” — was David Bowie’s glam classic reimagined. Produced by Bowie & Mick Ronson, this cover entered the Official Singles Chart on January 26, 1974, peaked at No. 3, and charted for 9 weeks until March 23, 1974. Bowie’s first UK Top 10 hit as a writer since 1972. Single Overview

The album Rod Stewart / Faces Live Coast to Coast: Overture and Beginners was released on January 10, 1974, and entered the UK chart on January 26. It spent seven weeks on the chart, peaking at number three. The album features three songs from the Faces' previous albums, six from Stewart's solo releases, and two previously unreleased tracks: a cover of The Temptations' "I Wish It Would Rain" and John Lennon's "Jealous Guy." The performance featured new Faces bassist, Tetsu Y

A Debut Glam-Hard Rock Triumph Released as a vinyl LP in Italy January 8, 1974, on EMI (catalogue: 3C 064-94519), Queen’s self-titled debut album — originally recorded 1971–1973 at De Lane Lea and Trident Studios — was issued in laminated sleeve. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, John Anthony, and Queen, this 10-track set featured “Keep Yourself Alive,” “Liar,” and “Seven Seas Of Rhye.” Spine misprint “QUENN” on some copies. Album Overview Release Details Label: EMI Italiana S.p

A Slade Frontman Glam Spotlight Published in the UK on January 5, 1974, Music Star Magazine’s cover featured Slade frontman Noddy Holder. The cover captured Noddy at the height of Slade’s chart domination, fresh off “Merry Xmas Everybody”’s Christmas No. 1 triumph. A classic slice of early ’74 Slade mania. Cover Overview Publication Details Magazine: Music Star (UK). Date: January 5, 1974. Format: One-page front cover. Do you have this Music Star cover in your archive? R

Alice Cooper Group’s "Teenage Lament '74"  backed with "Hard Hearted Alice" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number K 16345) on January 4, 1974 it was featured on the Muscle of Love album. Written by Alice Cooper and Neal Smith, and produced by Jack Douglas and Jack Richardson, it featured backing vocals by Liza Minnelli, Ronnie Spector, and the Pointer Sisters. Japanese single cover for "Teenage Lament '74" by Alice Cooper, f

Alice Cooper backstage – beer, banter, and pure rock chaos! Melody Maker Music, January 4, 1974. More backstage shock-rock tales added weekly.4.

Alice flexes one last group-era punch – the billion-dollar babies go out swinging! Alice Cooper Group’s Muscle Of Love , a one-page advert in Zoo World Music Paper, January 3, 1974. More shock-rock classics added weekly.

Suzi Quatro conquers Britain – Detroit’s leather queen goes expat glam! Suzi Quatro’s Expatriate Rockerette , a one-page feature in Zoo World, January 3, 1974. More leather & lace moments added weekly..

Rod & the Faces go off-script – boozy rock chaos unleashed! Rod Stewart & The Faces’ Off The Record , a one-page advert in Zoo World, January 3, 1974. More Faces riot fuel added weekly.

Alice Cooper’s shock-rock empire celebrates a billion-dollar festive nightmare! cover for Zoo World Magazine, dated January 3, 1974. More shock-rock holiday chaos added weekly.

Ringo Starr's Ringo One-Page Review in Circus Magazine, January 1, 1974.

Marc Bolan's One-Page in Music Star, January 1, 1974.

Elton John’s "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" , a one-page album review in Circus Magazine , January 1, 1974.

Faces’ boozy empire crumbles – the wildest glam gang says goodbye! Faces’ A Sad Send-Off , a four-page feature in Circus Raves Magazine, January 1, 1974. More Faces farewell chaos added weekly. Their last LP together is called 'Overtures And Beginnings', but because it provides a last look at a famous band at the peak of their powers some say the disc should be called 'Undertures And Endings'. Sometimes even talent and hard works together aren't enough to guarantee success f

Mott The Hoople survey the glam scene – who’s shining brightest? Mott The Hoople’s All the Glitter Rockers, a one-page article in Circus Raves Magazine, January 1, 1974. More Mott glam gossip added weekly.

Bowie charts the future – Circus bows to the glam trailblazer! article in Circus Magazine, January 1, 1974. More Bowie visionary moments added weekly.

Alice Cooper spills the secrets – the twisted tales behind every nightmare sleeve! Alice Cooper Group’s The Untold Stories Behind The Album Covers , a three-page feature with a Ravemate pull-out poster in Circus Raves, January 1, 1974. More album-art horror stories added weekly.