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🔘All The Young Dudes / Roll Away The Stone – Single: Mar. 1976
Two glam anthems, one Hall Of Fame 7": Mott’s youth brigade rolls the stone once more. (March 26, 1976)

Mott The Hoople
Mar 26, 19767 min read


📰 Mott Bowie Rumours - Article : Jan. 1975
Published on January 11, 1975, this NME feature dives into the flood of gossip and speculation surrounding David Bowie at the height of his fame. As he moved away from the Ziggy Stardust era into his blue-eyed soul phase, the press and public were desperate for any hint about his next project, collaborations, and lifestyle.

David Bowie
Jan 11, 19752 min read


📰 The Wedding Of The Year - Article : 1974
A lively German POP Magazine feature on the new era of Mott The Hoople as Ariel Bender joins the band, with Ian Hunter proudly presenting his new guitarist to the press. The “marriage” of Ian Hunter and Ariel Bender — the fresh start for Mott after Mick Ronson’s departure. POP Magazine Date: 1974 (Issue 22) Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Ian Hunter introduces new guitarist Ariel Bender to the press • Discussion on the departure of Mick Ronson and the band’s fut

glamslam72
Dec 29, 19745 min read


📰 Mott Moves For Ronson - Article : Dec. 1974
A detailed 1974 Circus Magazine feature on Mott the Hoople’s exciting new chapter as they recruited legendary guitarist Mick Ronson. The moment Mott the Hoople supercharged their sound with Bowie’s right-hand man. Circus Magazine Date: December 1, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Mott the Hoople recruit Mick Ronson as new guitarist • In-depth look at the band’s refreshed line-up and direction • Background on Ronson’s departure from Bowie and new collaborati

Mott The Hoople
Dec 1, 19742 min read


📰 The Stars Reveal Their Future Rock Favorites‑Article : Dec. 1974
A lively one‑page Circus Magazine roundup in which rock’s biggest names — from Alice Cooper to Jimmy Page — predict the bands poised to break in 1975, while offering their own ambitions for the year ahead. Circus Magazine Date: December 1, 1974 Format: One‑page feature A moment of crystal‑ball gazing, backstage bravado and mid‑’70s rock optimism. 📰 Key Highlights • Circus polls major rock stars for their 1975 “future picks” • Mott the Hoople choose Bad Company as the next

Mott The Hoople
Dec 1, 19742 min read


📰 News Desk‑Article : Nov. 1974
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

Mott The Hoople
Nov 16, 19742 min read


📰 Mott The Hoople On Tour - Advert : Nov. 1974
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

Mott The Hoople
Nov 16, 19742 min read


🔘 Saturday Gigs – Single: Oct. 1974
Label: CBS Records Catalogue Number: S CBS 2754 Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Solid Centre / Knockout Centre) Released: October 18, 1974 (UK) A reflective glam‑rock farewell — the final Mott the Hoople single with Ian Hunter, capturing the band’s history, humour, and heartbreak in one nostalgic anthem. 🔘 Overview Released in the UK on October 18, 1974, Mott the Hoople’s “Saturday Gigs” backed with the “Mott The Hoople Medley” marked the band’s last studio single with frontman Ian

Mott The Hoople
Nov 3, 19743 min read


🔘 Saturday Gigs – Single: Oct. 1974
Cover art for Mott the Hoople's single "Saturday Gig," released in the Netherlands under CBS label, catalogue number CBS 2754. Label: CBS Records Catalogue Number: S CBS 2754 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Released: October 18, 1974 (UK) A poignant, reflective farewell — the final Mott the Hoople studio recording with Ian Hunter. 🔘 Overview Saturday Gigs was released on October 18, 1974 as a UK 7" single on CBS Records (S CBS 2754). Written by Ian Hunter, the track served as a nost

Mott The Hoople
Oct 18, 19742 min read


📰 A Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert… Direct from England – Concert Advert : Apr. 1974
A wonderfully ornate, hand-illustrated newspaper advertisement announces Mott The Hoople with special guests Queen performing at The Mosque in Richmond, Virginia, on Thursday, May 30th at 8:00 p.m. The ad features a whimsical, steampunk-style airship illustration packed with decorative details, perfectly capturing the flamboyant spirit of early 1970s glam rock. This April 14, 1974 clipping is a delightful time capsule of the moment when Mott The Hoople and Queen shared a bill

Mott The Hoople
May 30, 19742 min read
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