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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 (July 28 1973) – “What Gives with Roxy?” Cover Feature – New Musical Express
This New Musical Express front‑page feature from July 1973 spotlights Roxy Music under the headline “What Gives with Roxy?” The issue teases an inside news story exploring the band’s internal dynamics and creative direction at the height of their early success, reflecting the intrigue surrounding their avant‑garde image and experimental sound. Publication: New Musical Express Date: July 28 1973 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The cover presents a monochrome photograph o

Roxy Music
Jul 27, 1973


Roxy Music / Strawbs (July 21, 1973) News Page – Disc Music Paper
SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Disc Music Paper Date: July 21 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News Page Title: Curved Air Split – Jobson for Roxy? / Strawbs Name This Disc Music Paper news page captures a lively snapshot of mid‑1973 British rock activity. The lead story announces the split of Curved Air and reports that violinist Eddie Jobson is joining Roxy Music, replacing Brian Eno. The article highlights Jobson’s classical training and his collaboration with

Roxy Music
Jul 20, 1973


Roxy Music (June 13, 1973) – “Do The Strand” / “Editions of You” 7" Single US
Roxy Music’s stylish and energetic single “Do The Strand” from the album For Your Pleasure, released on June 13, 1973 in the United States on Warner Bros. Records. Artist: Roxy Music Label: Warner Bros. Records Date: June 13, 1973 Catalogue: WB 7719 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United States A-Side: “Do The Strand” (3:19) B-Side: “Editions of You” (3:40) Written by: Bryan Ferry Produced by: Chris Thomas and Roxy Music TRACK LIST USA 7" Single (WB 7719) A. Do The Strand B.

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Jun 12, 1973


Bryan Ferry (October 14, 1972) – “Ferry Interesting Roxy” Feature – New Musical Express.
Bryan Ferry discusses Roxy Music's growing success, future recording plans and his personal ambitions in this NME feature. Speaking during a period of rapid progress for the band, Ferry reflects on the group's achievements, future releases and his own desire to continue developing as both a songwriter and performer. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Written by Ian MacDonald, the feature finds Bryan Ferry in a relaxed mood as

Roxy Music
Oct 13, 1972


Lou Reed (October 14, 1972) – “The Stones, Bowie, Roxy And Mott... And What They Owe To The Inspiration Of This One Man” Feature – New Musical Express.
NME examines the growing influence of Lou Reed on a new generation of rock performers, arguing that artists such as David Bowie, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople and even The Rolling Stones had absorbed ideas first explored by Reed and The Velvet Underground. Published shortly after Reed's solo resurgence, the feature presents him as one of the most important yet underappreciated figures in contemporary music. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Cou

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Oct 13, 1972


Roxy Music (September 23, 1972) – “Roxy - Kind Of Example We Wish We Set Our Parents?” - New Musical Express
This NME feature examines the rapid rise of Roxy Music through comments from band members Ian MacDonald and Phil Manzanera. Accompanied by a live performance photograph, the article explores the group's image, ambitions, influences and the public reaction to their growing success during 1972.. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 23, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The feature focuses on Roxy Music at a pivotal stage in the band's development, presenting views

Roxy Music
Sep 22, 1972


Steve Marriott & Bryan Ferry (August 26, 1972) – “Whatever Turned Me On / I Don’t Believe the Kids Really Identify with Bolan or Bowie” Feature – New Musical Express
This New Musical Express issue from August 26 1972 pairs two distinct features: Bryan Ferry’s reflections on musical influences under the column “Whatever Turned Me On” and James Johnson’s interview with Steve Marriott, boldly headlined “I don’t believe the kids really identify with Bolan or Bowie.” Together, they capture the tension between emerging glam rock and the established British rock tradition. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 26 1972 Country: United Kin

Roxy Music
Aug 25, 1972


Roxy Music (August 4, 1972) – "Virginia Plain" b/w "The Numberer" Single: UK 7"
Roxy Music burst onto the scene as one of the most stylish and innovative new bands in British rock. Combining art-school flamboyance, retro futurism and glam swagger, the group delivered their debut single “Virginia Plain.” Written by Bryan Ferry, the track was a whirlwind of sharp guitars, swirling synths, and clever, cinematic lyrics that instantly set Roxy Music apart from their contemporaries.

Roxy Music
Aug 3, 1972


Roxy Music (July 29 1972) – “Melody Maker Band Breakdown” – Melody Maker
This Melody Maker double‑page feature from July 1972 profiles Roxy Music at the height of their early success. Written by Richard Williams with photographs by Barrie Wentzell, it examines each band member’s role and personality, capturing the group’s avant‑garde spirit and rapid rise within Britain’s glam‑rock scene. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article opens with Bryan Ferry’s reflections on Roxy Music’s first year, recalling hi

Roxy Music
Jul 28, 1972


Roxy Music (July 1, 1972) "The Answer to a Maiden’s Prayer… Or to Anyone Else’s…" + "Streak of Arrogance" – NME Feature
A landmark early New Musical Express double-feature spread on the dazzling rise of Roxy Music, capturing the band’s bold artistic vision, Bryan Ferry’s charismatic style, and the provocative reactions they were already generating in the British music press during their breakthrough summer of 1972. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 1, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Album Review & Profile (Page 28) THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This substant

Roxy Music
Jun 30, 1972
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