Label: Warner Bros. Records Catalogue Number: K 16494 / WB 6385 Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Push‑Out Centre / Solid Centre / Styrene / Promo) Released: November 22, 1974 (UK) A joyous, loose‑limbed funk‑rock celebration — the final Faces single, and the longest song title ever to chart in the UK. Released in the UK on November 22, 1974, “You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything (Even Take The Dog For A Walk, Mend A Fuse, Fold Away The Ironing Board, Or Any Other Domestic Short Co

Released in the UK on November 22, 1974, Mud’s “Lonely This Christmas,” backed with “I Can’t Stand It,” appeared as a 7-inch vinyl single on RAK Records (RAK 187). Written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, and produced by the Chinnichap team, the track delivered a tongue‑in‑cheek Elvis‑styled ballad wrapped in glam‑era sentimentality. Its theatrical melancholy, spoken-word break, and slow-burning arrangement resonated strongly with the public, sending the single to No. 1 on th

A packed NME news spread capturing the shifting landscape of late‑’74 rock — tour disruptions, band reshuffles, surprise comebacks and the relentless churn of the British and American live circuits. New Musical Express Date: November 16, 1974 Format: One‑page news article A moment of mid‑’70s turbulence, regrouping and renewed momentum across the rock world. 📰 Key Highlights • Ian Hunter falls ill, forcing Mott the Hoople to cancel dates • The Who prepare a major live come

A full-page New Musical Express advertisement from The Faces thanking fans and promoting upcoming live dates. On behalf of myself, Mac, Kenny, Tetsu, Woody and The Faces Organization (or should I say Shambles) I would like to state upon this page that all those visiting one of the below functions should be of good voice and in a jolly frame of mind. Thank you Rod (I’ll see you in the Stalls). New Musical Express Date: November 16, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlight

A half-page Record Mirror advertisement promoting Elton John’s new single “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds”. “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” featuring Dr Winston O’Boogie & his Reggae Guitars, is the new single from Elton John. b/w “One Day At A Time”. Record Mirror Date: November 16, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Playful announcement crediting the track to “Dr Winston O’Boogie & his Reggae Guitars” (Elton John’s pseudonym) • B-side “One Day At A Time” • C

Released in the UK on November 16, 1974, Slade’s “Merry Xmas Everybody” was reissued as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor (2058 422), this time housed in a unique picture sleeve tied to the promotion of *Slade In Flame*. Backed with “Don’t Blame Me,” both tracks were written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea and produced by Chas Chandler. Although the original 1973 release had been a No. 1 smash, this 1974 repress did not chart. Issued in a plastic injection solid-centre pressing, t

A full-page New Musical Express advertisement promoting Mott The Hoople’s upcoming UK tour with special guests Sailor. “The Mott The Hoople on tour” with special guests Sailor. New Musical Express Date: November 16, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Dramatic live-action photograph of the band performing on stage with dramatic lighting and Mick Ronson visible on guitar • Review quote: “Very Flash. Rude too. Very much ’74 rock ’n’ roll” from Melody Maker (Decem

A full-page New Musical Express advertisement promoting Roxy Music’s new album *Country Life*. Roxy Music — New Album Country Life. New Musical Express Date: November 16, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Iconic and controversial black-and-white cover image featuring two models in minimal clothing against a jungle backdrop • Bold “ROXY MUSIC” logo in red and white at the top • Elegant script title “Country Life” • Catalogue numbers for album (ILPS 9303), ca

A dramatic, velvet‑voiced slice of mid‑’70s glam‑pop, “Tell Me Why” finds Alvin Stardust blending theatrical melancholy with the polished Magnet Records sound that defined his chart‑topping run. Released on November 15, 1974, “Tell Me Why” arrived as Alvin Stardust’s follow‑up to a string of major UK hits, including “My Coo Ca Choo,” “Jealous Mind,” and “You You You.” Issued by Magnet Records under catalogue number MAG 19, the single continued Stardust’s signature blend of br

Released in the UK on November 8, 1974, Genesis’ “Counting Out Time,” backed with “Riding The Scree,” appeared as a 7-inch vinyl single on Charisma Records (CB 238). Written and produced by Genesis with John Burns, the track served as the first single from the double concept album *The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway*. A quirky, narrative‑driven prog‑pop piece, it showcased Peter Gabriel’s theatrical storytelling and the band’s shift toward tighter, more song‑focused arrangements.