Mick Ronson: Spider Guitar Hero

The complete reconstruction of Mick Ronson’s February 1974 Rainbow Theatre concert has been uploaded to YouTube — the first time this footage has ever been assembled after surviving only as scattered, unsynchronised 16mm reels and damaged audio fragments.

A posthumous archival single capturing Mick Ronson’s iconic 1975 Old Grey Whistle Test performances, restored and issued on red vinyl. This collector‑focused release brings two of Ronson’s most celebrated live TV recordings to a dedicated 7" format for the first time. Originally broadcast on The Old Grey Whistle Test on April 11 1975, these performances of “Play Don’t Worry” and “Angel No. 9” became fan favourites. The 2021 WDGO/BBC edition presents them as a standalone artef

The quiet guitar hero who shaped glam rock from the shadows — arranger, producer, and Bowie’s right‑hand lightning bolt. Mick Ronson (1946–1993) was the architect of glam’s golden age: a melodic guitar genius, orchestral arranger, and studio visionary whose fingerprints are all over the 1970s. From Ziggy Stardust to Transformer, Ronson’s sound defined an era.

A tender‑toned reinvention of a glam‑rock icon, framed through MainMan’s unmistakable visual lens.

A cool, understated moment in mid‑’70s British music television: Mick Ronson stepping onto the Whistle Test stage with quiet confidence, delivering two standout performances that showcased his post‑Bowie identity. 🔘 Broadcast Details Show: The Old Grey Whistle Test Network: BBC Television Location: BBC Studios, London Air Date: 11 April 1975 Recording Date: [Not supplied] Country: UK Episode / Season: Season 4, Episode 27 Provenance Notes: Verified via BBC broadcast listings

A moment suspended between glam’s fading glitter and the raw honesty of reinvention — Hunter and Ronson walk forward together, unguarded and unafraid.

A bold visual push from RCA, presenting Ronson as a star ready to stand alone

A dramatic, guitar‑lit snapshot of Ronson’s 1975 resurgence — an artist reclaiming his spotlight with power and precision.

A secondary excerpt emphasising Ronson’s emergence as a solo force — a guitarist stepping confidently into the spotlight with a new album, a national tour, and a sound that carried the spirit of glam into 1975.

A February 22, 1975 Melody Maker advert promoting Mick Ronson’s Play Don’t Worry, highlighting his evolution as a solo artist following Slaughter on 10th Avenue and his tenure with Bowie.