A stark, stylish half‑page promotion capturing Ian Hunter at his most enigmatic — hat brim low, sunglasses on, attitude unmistakable. The advert radiates cool, self‑possessed swagger. A moment where Hunter steps out from Mott the Hoople’s shadow and asserts his solo identity with sharp visual branding and a killer debut single. It reflects the mid‑70s shift toward artist‑as‑icon imagery, where a photograph could communicate as loudly as the music. 🗞 Record Mirror 📅 Date: A

Musically, the track is described as tight and purposeful, driven by a steady groove and Hunter’s unmistakable vocal delivery. The review highlights the song’s immediacy, suggesting it has both commercial potential and artistic credibility.

A swaggering, sharp‑tongued rock ’n’ roll anthem, “Once Bitten, Twice Shy” marked Ian Hunter’s explosive debut as a solo artist following his departure from Mott the Hoople. With its wry lyrics, strutting piano line, and a powerhouse arrangement shaped by Mick Ronson, the single immediately established Hunter’s solo identity—confident, sardonic, and unmistakably his own. Released on April 4 1975 by CBS (S CBS 3194), the single paired the now‑classic A‑side with “3,000 Miles F