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📰 Rod Stewart Question & Answer - Article : Dec. 1972
A vibrant 1972 Beat Instrumental cover story featuring Rod Stewart in full rock-star swagger, alongside an in-depth Q&A session and other major features of the era. Rod the Mod at the height of his Faces fame — leopard print, microphone in hand, and ready to talk. Beat Instrumental Date: December 1972 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Rod Stewart on the cover of Beat Instrumental • In-depth “Question and Answer” session with Rod • Coverage of Curved Air’s new lin

Rod Stewart
Dec 27, 19742 min read


📰 We Can't Compete - Article : Sep. 1973
A candid Beat Instrumental magazine cover and feature in which Mott The Hoople openly discuss the challenges of competing with the visual spectacle of glam rock, while affirming their commitment to raw, honest rock ‘n’ roll. Mott The Hoople refuse to chase the glitter — the band speaks out on image, competition, and staying true to their sound. Beat Instrumental Date: September 1, 1973 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Mott The Hoople’s frank admission that they “c

Mott The Hoople
Sep 1, 19732 min read


📰 Sci-Fi Rock Roxy Music - Advert : Oct. 1972
A full-page feature-style advertisement in Beat Instrumental celebrating Roxy Music as the creators of “Sci-Fi Rock” amid the explosion of new rock sub-genres in 1972. Now we’ve got Sci-Fi Rock by: Roxy Music. Beat Instrumental Date: October 1, 1972 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large group photograph of Roxy Music in full glam-art-rock regalia • Headline listing rock sub-genres: Peace Rock, Acid Rock, Hard Rock, Country Rock, Psycho Rock, Fag Rock & Glam Rock

Roxy Music
Oct 1, 19722 min read


📰 Elton John Cover – Cover : Feb. 1972
A dynamic full-colour cover of Beat Instrumental magazine captures Elton John mid-performance, mouth wide open at the piano, exuding raw energy and star power in his signature sunglasses and red jacket. The bold masthead and list of exclusive features promise in-depth looks at Elton & Bernie’s funkier direction, Randy Newman, the pop violin world, guitar gear, and Gilbert O’Sullivan’s image. This February 1972 Beat Instrumental cover perfectly encapsulates the instrumental an

Elton John
Feb 1, 19722 min read
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