Rod Stewart: (Tarten Rocker)

The 2 August 1975 issue of New Musical Express leads its News Desk with the announcement that Rod Stewart is planning a solo tour of Europe next year. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 2, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Rod Stewart revealed to the NME the previous week that he is planning a solo tour of Europe next year, playing principal venues in Italy – including an appearance at the London Royal Festival Hall. He added that he will use the Stax house band, the MG

The 2 August 1975 issue of New Musical Express features Rod Stewart on the cover and a multi-page report on his press conference and interview in Dublin under the heading “Dublin: Rod Faces the Music.” Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 2, 1975 Country: United Kingdom The cover shows Rod Stewart smiling amid a crowd of fans and well-wishers. Inside, the feature recounts his arrival in Dublin with Britt Ekland, the chaotic press conference that followed, and his res

The July 1975 issue of Hit Parader features Lisa Robinson’s “Rock & Roll Hotline” column, a round-up of short news items covering John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Led Zeppelin, Nico, the Tommy film premiere, the Warner Bros. Music Show, and Slade’s upcoming film. Publication: Hit Parader Date: July 1975 Country: United States The column reports that John Lennon and Yoko Ono have got back together and are living on Manhattan’s West Side. Lennon is busy presenting the Record of the Ye

A major five‑page feature in the October 1974 issue of Creem magazine examines Rod Stewart, the Faces, and the changing direction of one of rock’s biggest stars during a period of transition for both artist and band. Publication: Creem Magazine Date: October 1974 Country: USA The October 1974 issue of Creem places Rod Stewart on the cover under the headline “Rod Gets A Facelift.” Written by Ben Edmonds, the feature opens with Faces ’74 Part 1 and follows Stewart as he balance

This full-page Phonogram advertisement promotes Rod Stewart's new single "Farewell" backed with "Bring It On Home To Me / You Send Me". Using a large publicity photograph of Stewart, the advert focuses entirely on the release and its availability. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 28, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement is dominated by a full-page black-and-white photograph of Rod Stewart. Standing with hands on hips and wearing an open shirt and jacket, St

Released on September 27, 1974, "Farewell" was the second single taken from Rod Stewart's sixth studio album Smiler. Written by Rod Stewart and Martin Quittenton, the song represented one of the standout compositions from the album and continued Stewart's successful run of UK singles during the mid-1970s. In the United Kingdom, the release was promoted as a double A-side pairing "Farewell" with Stewart's medley of the Sam Cooke classics "Bring It On Home To Me" and "You Send

A lively and wide-ranging page from the July 6, 1974 issue of Disc Music Paper featuring an engaging interview-style piece with Rod Stewart conducted by Rosalind Russell, capturing the rock star’s thoughts on life, fame, and his ongoing career during the height of his 1970s superstardom alongside other music industry news and gossip. Publication: Disc Music Paper Date: July 6, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section: News & Features / Artist Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING

News and features page from Disc magazine headlined “Faces Open In London”, covering major rock and pop stories including the Faces’ upcoming London shows, the Osmonds, Rick Wakeman quitting Yes, the Williams Twins as film stars, and various tour and album announcements. PUBLICATION: Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Page: 4 THE STORY The page leads with news of The Faces opening in London, alongside coverage of the Osmonds, Rick Wakeman’s departure from

Playful full-page feature in Disc magazine exploring 1970s glam rock lookalike culture, focusing on Les Green frequently being mistaken for Rod Stewart due to his hairstyle, fashion, and stage image. PUBLICATION: Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Page: 13 Title: OOZE THIS?????? GEEZER FINK????? EE IS???????? THE STORY The article highlights how fans and the public often confused Les Green with Rod Stewart. It includes quotes from Les Green reflecting on

This Melody Maker feature from August 25 1973 captures Rod Stewart at a pivotal moment in his career, declaring that his next solo album would be his last — and that it “had to be a classic.” Written by Chris Welch, the piece reflects Stewart’s confidence and transition from band frontman to international solo star. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 25 1973 Country: United Kingdom The article opens with the line “Good Luck Rod!” and details Stewart’s busy schedule betwee