A cover tease, a shadowed stage photo, and a soul‑drenched reinvention — Bowie’s Young Americans era arrives in the British press with a mixture of awe and apprehension.

A chaotic collage of stars, flashbulbs, and irreverent captions — NME’s “Thrills” page turns Grammy week into a surreal New York fever dream.

A dense, energetic page of gig adverts and venue listings, showcasing the breadth of London’s live circuit — from Dionne Warwicke at the Royal Albert Hall to pub‑rock staples, student‑union nights, and rising rock acts.

A dense, analytical two‑page NME feature exploring Bowie’s pre‑Ziggy catalogue — a “sinister odyssey through a treacherous landscape,” tracing the themes, characters, and transformations that shaped his early work.

A candid, revealing NME feature capturing Elton John at a creative crossroads — reflecting on his image, his band, his American breakthrough, and his determination to reshape the music business on his own terms.

A warm, candid NME profile capturing Ian MacLagan’s humour, modesty, and deep love of soul‑driven rock — a portrait of the Faces’ quiet anchor at the height of their swaggering fame.

A raucous NME review hailing “Cum On Feel the Noize” as unmistakably Slade — a guaranteed chart‑topper powered by Noddy Holder’s vocals and the band’s signature stomp.

A striking NME cover showcasing the exclusive Alice Cooper flexi‑disc “Slick Black Limousine,” offered as a free 4:20 single to readers at the height of the Billion Dollar Babies era.

A tongue‑in‑cheek NME item revealing that Alice Cooper’s apparent “bust” was nothing more than a decorated T‑shirt — a visual gag that sparked reader confusion and amusement.

A bold, all‑caps NME cover promoting a 4‑minute, 20‑second Alice Cooper track pressed exclusively for NME readers — a one‑time release unavailable anywhere else.