Rod Stewart: (Tarten Rocker)

This bold full‑page Melody Maker advertisement from July 1972 announces the arrival of Rod Stewart’s new album Never a Dull Moment, released on July 21. The design’s striking diagonal typography and minimal layout reflect the confident simplicity of Stewart’s early‑’70s success, following the massive acclaim of Every Picture Tells a Story. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 22 1972 Country: United Kingdom The advert features only the phrase “Never a dull moment from the 2

Never a Dull Moment is the fourth solo album by Rod Stewart. It was released on July 21, 1972; that year it became a UK number‑one album (for two weeks) and reached number two on the US Album chart. The track "You Wear It Well", co‑written by Stewart and classical guitarist Martin Quittenton, was a smash hit (another UK No. 1; in US No. 13), as well as "Twisting the Night Away", originally recorded and written by Sam Cooke. The album was recorded at Morgan and Olympic, London

A striking front page from Sounds dated July 15 1972, highlighting festival cancellations and featuring Paul McCartney performing in France, alongside a banner for Noddy Holder of Slade. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Cover Title: Trouble for Festivals THE STORY This cover captures the tension surrounding Britain's summer festival circuit in 1972. The headline "Trouble for Festivals..." refers to the cancellation

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Page 8 – Feature Title: Faces in Philly Writer: Peter Burton This exclusive Sounds report covers The Faces live at the Spectrum Auditorium, Philadelphia. The article opens with scenes from the Marriott Motor Inn, where fans gathered hoping to spot Rod Stewart and the band before the show. The tone is lively and descriptive, capturing the excitement surrounding the group’s American

A gritty, outspoken feature from Sounds dated July 15 1972, spotlighting Long John Baldry in conversation with Steve Peacock. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Feature + Advertisement Page Title: Baldry: Still Savaging That Rat THE STORY This Sounds feature captures Long John Baldry's unfiltered voice during a period of transition in British rock. Written by Steve Peacock, the article mixes humour and provocation

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Page 2 – News Title: Stewart Album Soon / 'Slider' Out Next Week This Sounds news page combines several short reports from mid‑July 1972, highlighting upcoming releases and live events in the British rock scene. The lead item announces Rod Stewart’s forthcoming album Never A Dull Moment, due for release within four weeks. The article lists tracks including Angel, You Wear It Well, a

A spectacular full-page centerfold and monthly calendar feature in the German teen magazine Bravo, showcasing Rod Stewart as “Star of the Month” for July 1972 in a flamboyant leopard-print suit, capturing the peak of his solo superstardom and glamorous rock image during the early 1970s. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 1, 1972 Country: Germany Section: Star des Monats / Centerfold Calendar THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This eye-catching Bravo centerfold presents

A classic teen magazine gossip and fan page titled “Eye Spy” featuring news and updates on popular artists of the era, including David Bowie, Marc Bolan & T.Rex, and others. PUBLICATION: Valentine Magazine Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Fan Gossip / News Page Title: Eye Spy THE STORY This page delivers light-hearted updates and fan-focused stories on current pop and rock stars. It includes mentions of David Bowie’s activities, Marc Bolan and T.Re

This Melody Maker advertisement from July 1971 promotes Rod Stewart’s landmark album Every Picture Tells a Story on Mercury Records. The full‑page spread celebrates the record’s critical acclaim, quoting glowing reviews from major music publications that hailed it as one of the finest rock releases of the year. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 31 1971 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement features a grainy monochrome photograph of Rod Stewart mid‑performance, microp

This Melody Maker front cover from July 1971 captures Rod Stewart mid‑performance, microphone in hand, as his solo career surges alongside his work with The Faces. The headline “Two‑Faced!” plays on his dual success — both as a band frontman and as a solo artist — while celebrating the chart rise of Every Picture Tells a Story. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 24 1971 Country: United Kingdom The cover story highlights Stewart’s third solo album Every Picture Tells a Sto