A sharp, witty one-page Music Scene interview with the New York Dolls, in which the band defends their outrageous glam-punk image, addresses accusations of shock tactics, and asserts their identity as a serious, professional rock ‘n’ roll group. The New York Dolls hit back at critics — “We just play rock and roll.” Music Scene Date: February 1, 1974 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Direct responses to critics who mock the Dolls’ androgynous, trash-glam look • Dav

The accompanying photograph showed Bowie with pianist Mike Garson, both appearing notably unenthused. The piece joked that Bowie was struggling without Mick Ronson, though it also noted that two tracks — including Big Brother — had already been completed on the first night of recording.

A full-page New Musical Express advertisement promoting the re-release of David Bowie’s album *The Man Who Sold The World*. Bowie’s Album “The Man Who Sold The World”. New Musical Express Date: February 9, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large, bold headline announcing “BOWIE’S ALBUM ‘THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD’” • Iconic album cover image showing Bowie in his famous dress and high-kick pose • Catalogue number LSP 4816 • Emphasis that the album features t

A one‑page Melody Maker review spotlighting T. Rex’s “Teenage Dream,” marking a clear stylistic shift in Marc Bolan’s sound as he entered the *Zinc Alloy* era. The piece praised the single’s sweeping orchestration, blues‑inflected piano, gospel‑styled backing vocals and dramatic, Wagnerian production. The reviewer highlighted Bolan’s clearer, more expressive vocal delivery and framed the track as a bold reinvention beyond the familiar T. Rex formula. Publication: Melody Maker

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement announcing Brian Eno’s debut solo album and supporting UK tour. Eno – Here Come The Warm Jets. Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large, bold 3D-style “ENO” logo • Announcement of Eno’s first solo album *Here Come The Warm Jets*, released February 7, 1974 • Guest artistes: The Winkies • Support act: Rod Crisp • Full list of February and March 1974 UK tour dates from Derby to London’s Drur

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting Marc Bolan’s first solo single. Whatever happened to the… Teenage Dream? Marc Bolan’s first solo single; Out Now. Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Striking black-and-white photograph of Marc Bolan in a leopard-print shirt and platform heels, embracing a figure in a leather jacket • Bold headline questioning “Whatever happened to the… Teenage Dream?” • Clear announcement of Marc

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting The Sensational Alex Harvey Band’s special St. Valentine’s Rock Ball. The Sensational Alex Harvey Band invite you to St. Valentine’s Rock Ball, Feb. 11. Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large heart-shaped design framing the event details • St. Valentine’s Rock Ball at the Empire Ballroom, Leicester Square, London on Monday February 11 • Special guests The Troggs and Casablanca p

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting Dana Gillespie’s new single “Weren’t Born A Man”. Dana Gillespie “Weren’t Born A Man” — A single APBO 0211. Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Seductive black-and-white photograph of Dana Gillespie reclining in a glamorous, theatrical setting • Bold headline announcing the single title “Weren’t Born A Man” • Catalogue number APBO 0211 clearly displayed • MainMan and RCA Records a

A news-packed one-page feature in Sounds covering David Bowie’s upcoming single “Rebel Rebel,” his theatrical plans, and Mick Ronson’s first solo live performances at London’s Rainbow Theatre. Ronson steps into the spotlight as Bowie continues his post-Ziggy evolution. Sounds Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Mick Ronson to play first solo live shows at Rainbow Theatre on February 22 • David Bowie’s new RCA single “Rebel Rebel” releasing Feb

A full-page Music Scene Magazine advertisement promoting Lulu’s new single “The Man Who Sold The World”. Lulu’s New Single — The Man Who Sold The World / Watch That Man. Music Scene Magazine Date: February 1, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Dramatic close-up portrait of Lulu with elaborate 1970s hairstyle and striking makeup against a glowing circular background • Bold headline “LULU’S NEW SINGLE” • Main tracks: “The Man Who Sold The World” and B-side “Wat