Today (On This Date In Glam)

This Record Mirror feature from July 1972, written by Barry O’Keef, explores the growing popularity of cassette tapes as the ideal summer listening format. The article highlights artists such as T. Rex, Rod Stewart, and Jack Jones, reflecting the shift in music consumption during the early 1970s. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Music is a Summertime Thing (Specially when it’s on tape!),” the article discusses how rec

This Record Mirror concert advertisement from July 29, 1972 announces an additional London performance by David Bowie following the sell‑out of his August 19 show. The extra date, August 20 at 7:30 p.m., features Roxy Music and Lloyd Watson as supporting acts, marking a significant moment in Bowie’s early 1970s live career. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom Presented by promoter Mel Bush, the advert highlights Bowie’s growing popularity d

This Record Mirror feature from July 1972, written by Val Mabbs, concludes “The Noddy Holder Story” with an in‑depth look at Slade’s transformation from their early skinhead image to a more accessible, mainstream rock identity. The article captures the band’s reflections on fame, image, and musical evolution during their rise to national prominence. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the bold headline “WHY THE SKINHEADS HAD TO GO,” t

This Melody Maker double‑page feature from July 1972 profiles Roxy Music at the height of their early success. Written by Richard Williams with photographs by Barrie Wentzell, it examines each band member’s role and personality, capturing the group’s avant‑garde spirit and rapid rise within Britain’s glam‑rock scene. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article opens with Bryan Ferry’s reflections on Roxy Music’s first year, recalling hi

This full‑page advertisement from Melody Maker and NME dated July 29 1972 promotes Rod Stewart’s new album Never a Dull Moment, released on Mercury Records. The bold, playful typography and monochrome design capture the confident energy of Stewart’s early‑1970s success, following the acclaim of Every Picture Tells a Story. Publication: Melody Maker and NME Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The advert features the album title Never a Dull Moment in large