Roxy Music: (Eyeliner Rebels)

Roxy Music’s catalogue has been gradually entering the immersive‑audio era, and Flesh + Blood is one of the albums that benefits most from the format. Its sleek production, layered arrangements, and rhythmic sophistication were always built for space — even before Atmos existed.

(The Art School Glam Revolutionaries) Roxy Music was a British art rock and glam rock band formed in 1970 in London. Known for their sophisticated, stylish sound, eclectic influences, and striking visual aesthetic, they became one of the most innovative and influential bands of the 1970s. Blending art rock, glam, pop, and avant-garde elements, Roxy Music helped bridge the gap between underground experimentation and mainstream success. FOUNDING & EARLY YEARS Roxy Music was for

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Bryan Ferry Cover Release Date: June 22, 1985 Label: Record Mirror Country: United Kingdom Striking front cover of Record Mirror featuring a close-up portrait of Bryan Ferry. The issue is promoted as “Essential Reading for Chart Students” and highlights Bryan Ferry as the main cover star. Inside features include The Damned, David Grant, Sister Sledge, Style Council, Simply Red, and Mai Tai, under the section “Glossed in Music”. No

In May 1979, Hit Parader magazine announced the exciting news that Roxy Music had unofficially reformed after two years apart, sparking anticipation for new music and live shows. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Hit Parader Date: May 1979 Country: United States Section / Pages: News / Feature page THE STORY This article reports that Roxy Music are back together, with Bryan Ferry discussing the reunion, plans for a new album, and upcoming tour dates. The piece includes a warm smili

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 17, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Full-page promotional advertisement for Roxy Music’s live album Viva! The advert announces the release of the live album recorded during the band’s tours in Glasgow (1973), Newcastle (1974), and London (1975). It features a striking design with the band photo and the iconic “Viva! Roxy Music” title in a stylized font. Notable Details The advertiseme

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express  Date: July 17 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Album Review Title: Days of Roxy Past This NME review examines Roxy Music’s live album Viva! (Island), released mid‑1976 as a retrospective of the band’s stage years. The piece opens with a wry observation about the album’s sleeve notes and Andy Mackay’s “electric blue but kindly pink” tone, before assessing the record’s balance between nostalgia and performance. The

The June 26, 1976 cover of New Musical Express features Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music with the intriguing headline “ROXY A trial separation?”, amid rumours of tension within the band. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY This striking cover shows Bryan Ferry in a contemplative pose, photographed by Pennie Smith. The headline refers to growing speculation about a possible split or “trial

RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Bryan Ferry Label: Island Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom (also released internationally) Released: May 28, 1976 Genre: Rock, R&B, Glam A-Side: “Let’s Stick Together (Let’s Work Together)” Written by: Wilbert Harrison Produced by: Chris Thomas, Bryan Ferry B-Side: “Sea Breezes” Written by: Bryan Ferry Produced by: Chris Thomas, Bryan Ferry TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (WIP 6307) A. Let’s Stick Together (Let’s Work Together

Release Date: July 27, 1975 Label: Island Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Catalogue Number: WIP 6234 THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Bryan Ferry’s sophisticated cover of the jazz standard “You Go To My Head” backed with a re-recording of “Re-Make / Re-Model”. The A-side is a smooth, elegant take, while the B-side offers a fresh version of his Roxy Music classic. Produced by Bryan Ferry and Chris Thomas. • Standard Island Records label design • Side A: “You Go

Roxy Music’s explosive debut single, “Virginia Plain”, introduced the band’s distinctive art-glam sound and became a major hit, reaching No. 4 on the UK chart in 1972. This Japanese pressing was released in 1975. THE RELEASE Label: Island Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Japan Catalogue: ILR-10769 Release Date: July 5, 1975 TRACK LIST A-Side Virginia Plain (Bryan Ferry) B-Side Pyjamarama (Bryan Ferry) WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Standard Japanese sleeve insert with lyrics printed o