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Roxy Music: (Eyeliner Rebels)
Art-School Eyeliner Rebels: Bryan Ferry’s lounge-lizard croon meets Brian Eno’s synth madness and Andy Mackay’s wailing oboe. Virginia Plain crashed the party, Love Is the Drug turned it funky, and every album cover looked like a Vogue fever dream. Glam’s smartest, sexiest, most sophisticated gang. More oboe solos incoming weekly.


Roxy Music Connection: (July 6, 1974) Andy Mackay / Eddie Riff - Disc Music Paper
Magazine Context Disc Music Paper – July 6, 1974 Full-page feature Roxy Music Connection WHO IS EDDIE RIFF and why is he wrestling with that metal boa-constrictor? Beverley Legge discovers the man behind Eddie Riff — Andy Mackay (left) of Roxy Music, of course. Major article on Andy Mackay of Roxy Music and his solo/alter-ego project Eddie Riff. The piece explores Mackay’s versatility, his work outside Roxy Music, and his artistic philosophy. It includes discussion of his sol

Roxy Music
Jul 5, 1974


Kevin Ayers, John Cale, Nico & Eno (June 22, 1974) Melody Maker
The June 22, 1974 edition of Melody Maker features a striking full-page advertisement announcing the upcoming release of the live album June 1, 1974, recorded at a historic concert featuring Kevin Ayers, John Cale, Nico, and Brian Eno at London’s Rainbow Theatre. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 22, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Concert Promotion / Advertisement THE STORY The ad promotes the special one-off concert on June 1, 1974, that brought to

Roxy Music
Jun 21, 1974


Bryan Ferry / Roxy Music (June 8, 1974) “Anyone for Tennis?” - Disc UK
In-depth interview feature with Bryan Ferry, captain of the Disc Sports Team tennis squad, discussing Roxy Music’s image, American tours, stage shows, and the band’s unique style during the height of their early glam/art-rock success. PUBLICATION: Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Title: Anyone for Tennis? (Another Time, Another Place, Another Headline) Sub-head: Captain of the Tennis Team, Bryan Ferry, talks to Disc Sports Editor, Fox-Cumming THE STORY B

Roxy Music
Jun 7, 1974


Bryan Ferry (17 May 1974) The ‘In’ Crowd / Chance Meeting – 7" Single (UK)
Released on 17 May 1974, The ‘In’ Crowd was issued as the lead single from Bryan Ferry’s second solo album Another Time, Another Place. Backed with Chance Meeting, the single entered the UK Singles Chart on 19 May and remained for six weeks, peaking at No. 13. The release continued Ferry’s stylish reinterpretations of classic material, paired with a reworking of an early Roxy Music composition on the B‑side.

Roxy Music
May 16, 1974


Bryan Ferry (May 11, 1974) The "In" Crowd – New Musical Express
A full‑page advertisement from New Musical Express promoting Bryan Ferry’s new single “The ‘In’ Crowd,” released on Island Records in May 1974.

Roxy Music
May 10, 1974


Brian Eno (May 4 1974) The Electric Larynx - Feature
This Disc Magazine feature captures Brian Eno in the midst of his post‑Roxy Music transformation — an artist redefining sound through experimentation and technology. Written by Mike Benton, the piece explores Eno’s fascination with sonic innovation, his collaborations with Robert Fripp, and his ongoing work on the solo album Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy).

Roxy Music
May 3, 1974


Bryan Ferry (May 1974) Let It Rock Cover – Bryan Ferry Feature
In May 1974, Bryan Ferry appeared on the cover of the UK music magazine Let It Rock, looking effortlessly stylish in a black embroidered kimono-style jacket beside a red vintage car SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Let It Rock Date: May 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This striking cover promotes Bryan Ferry as one of the leading figures in British rock and art-pop. The issue features content on Bill Haley, Ducks Deluxe, The Kinks, Lieber Stoll

Roxy Music
Apr 30, 1974


Bryan Ferry (October 13, 1973) – “These Foolish Things” Album Advert – Melody Maker.
A full-page Island Records advertisement promotes Bryan Ferry's debut solo album These Foolish Things, presenting the Roxy Music frontman as a distinctive solo artist while showcasing an eclectic collection of reinterpretations ranging from Bob Dylan to The Rolling Stones. Publication: Melody Maker Publication Date: October 13, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1973 This full-page advertisement features a large monochrome portrait of Bryan Ferry and promotes th

Roxy Music
Oct 12, 1973


Roxy Music (October 13, 1973) – “Thank You Melody Maker Readers” Advertisement – Melody Maker.
Roxy Music thanks Melody Maker readers for their support in the publication's annual Readers' Poll, celebrating a strong showing across both the British and International categories. Publication: Melody Maker Publication Date: October 13, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: 1973 Melody Maker Readers' Poll This full‑page advertisement was placed by Roxy Music following the publication of Melody Maker's annual Readers' Poll results. Using a simple but striking design domin

Roxy Music
Oct 12, 1973


Roxy Music (August 1973) – “Roxy Meets Dali, Climbs Out On Ledge” News Item – Circus
The August 1973 issue of Circus magazine includes a short “Back Pages” item titled “Roxy Meets Dali, Climbs Out On Ledge,” recounting Roxy Music’s encounter with Salvador Dali in Paris. Publication: Circus Date: August 1973 Country: United States The piece describes how England’s super-svelte trans-sexual band Roxy Music decided a day with Salvador Dali might help polish their already shimmering career. The group visited Dali’s apartment at the Hotel Meurice, only to find the

Roxy Music
Jul 31, 1973
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