A New Musical Express singles‑preview column by Derek Johnson, spotlighting key early‑’72 releases expected to make chart impact. The page paired a prominent David Bowie photograph with concise, commercially minded assessments of new singles from Stevie Wonder, the Fortunes, David Bowie and Jefferson Airplane. Publication: New Musical Express Date: January 8, 1972 Format: One‑page singles preview Writer: Derek Johnson A moment of pre‑glam anticipation, Motown strength and