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Rod Stewart: (Tarten Rocker)
From Faces' boozy charm to solo leopard-print excess, Rod's the raspy, cheeky heart of glam's underbelly. Maggie May stole your mum's heart; Sailing made sailors cry. Hair like a lion, hips like a sailor, voice like a cigarette soaked in honey. He drank, flirted, scored goals, and made stadiums feel like pubs, more drinks forthcoming
Rod Stewart (July 3, 1971) “ROD: a ton of genius...” Melody Maker
Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 3, 1971 Every Picture Tells A Story “ROD: a ton of genius...” Highly enthusiastic album review of Rod Stewart’s latest solo record, praising it as a masterpiece. The reviewer hails Rod Stewart’s work as touched by “some magical touch” and calls the album a real stunner. It highlights tracks like “Every Picture Tells A Story” (Mercury) and praises Stewart’s ability to blend styles with genius-level songwriting and performance. The review ce
Rod Stewart
Jul 3, 1971
Rod Stewart (June 19, 1971) “Every Picture Tells A Story” – US (Chart Debut)
Debuting on the Billboard 200 on June 19, 1971, Every Picture Tells A Story became Rod Stewart’s first No.1 album in both the UK and US. A masterful blend of folk, rock, and blues, the album is widely regarded as one of his finest works and a cornerstone of 1970s rock. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Rod Stewart Label: Mercury Date: June 1971 Catalogue: SRM-1-609 Format: Album (Stereo) Country: USA TRACK LIST Side A A1. Every Picture Tells A Story (Stewart, Wood) A2. Seems Like A L
Rod Stewart
Jun 19, 1971
The Faces / Rod Stewart (May 1971) “FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE” – Zigzag Magazine (UK)
A major multi-page interview feature in Zigzag magazine with Rod Stewart of The Faces, titled “FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE”, covering the band’s history, songwriting, live performances, and personal anecdotes. FEATURE Publication: Zigzag Magazine Issue: No. 19 Date: May 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Main Feature / Interview Spread Title: FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE THE STORY In this extensive interview, Rod Stewart discusses The Faces’ formation, their transition fr
Rod Stewart
May 1, 1971
Rod Stewart (June 12, 1970) Gasoline Alley – Album LP & 8T US
Rod Stewart’s second solo studio album Gasoline Alley, released on June 12, 1970 in the United States on Mercury Records, featuring a distinctive cobblestone cover and marking his continued exploration of rootsy, folk-tinged rock with members of Faces. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Rod Stewart Title: Gasoline Alley Date: June 12, 1970 Label: Mercury Records Format / Type: Studio Album (LP & 8-Track) Country: United States Catalogue: SR 61264 (LP) TRACK LIST Side A Ga
Rod Stewart
Jun 12, 1970
Long John Baldry And The Hoochie Coochie Men (June 19, 1964) “You'll Be Mine” / “Up Above My Head I Hear Music In The Air” – Single 7" UK
A powerful early British blues release featuring Long John Baldry with The Hoochie Coochie Men, this single includes Rod Stewart’s first known recording on the B-side. A raw, energetic take on American blues and gospel classics. Artist: Long John Baldry And The Hoochie Coochie Men Label: United Artists Date: June 19, 1964 Catalogue: UP 1056 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “You'll Be Mine” Written by: Willie Dixon B-Side: “Up Above My Head I Hear Music In The Air”
Rod Stewart
Jun 19, 1964
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