A sleek, melodic turn from Suzi Quatro — a single that marked her confident step into the 1980s.

Released in January 1980, Suzi Quatro’s Mama’s Boy delivered a high‑energy glam‑rock punch and spent five weeks on the UK Singles Chart.

In spring 1977, Suzi Quatro tackled one of the most heavily recorded glam anthems of the era with her own powerful, leather-clad version of “Roxy Roller”. Issued in the UK on 29 April 1977, “Roxy Roller” was backed with the original song “I’ll Grow On You”. 🔘 The Story “Roxy Roller” was originally written by Jim McCulloch and Nick Gilder and first recorded by Canadian glam band Sweeney Todd in 1975 with Gilder on lead vocals. It became a major hit in Canada, spending three w

A fierce, riff‑driven glam rocker, “I Bit Off More Than I Could Chew” marked Suzi Quatro’s return in 1975 with a heavier, funk‑leaning edge. Written by hitmakers Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, the track showcased Quatro’s trademark bass‑driven swagger while pushing her sound into a tougher, more muscular direction. The single was lifted from her third studio album, Your Mamma Won’t Like Me, which introduced a funk‑glam hybrid that defined her mid‑70s evolution. Released on Apr

A swaggering slice of Chinnichap glam‑pop, “The Cat Crept In” marked Mud’s return to the UK charts in 1974 with another polished, hook‑laden production. Released on April 8 1974, the single showcased the band’s trademark blend of stomping rhythms, playful storytelling, and tight harmonies. Written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman and produced by the duo for Chinnichap Ltd., the track continued Mud’s run of high‑energy hits following “Tiger Feet” and “Dyna‑mite.” The single ent

A high‑octane glam‑rock anthem, “Devil Gate Drive” stands as one of Suzi Quatro’s most iconic hits — a stomping, rebellious burst of Chinnichap energy delivered with Quatro’s trademark swagger. Released on January 25, 1974, the single arrived as the follow‑up to Quatro’s breakthrough smash “48 Crash.” Issued by RAK Records under catalogue number RAK 167, the track was written and produced by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, the powerhouse duo behind many of the era’s biggest gla

A stomping, high‑energy glam‑rock explosion, “Dyna‑mite” became Mud’s breakthrough hit — a swaggering Chinnichap creation packed with hooks, attitude, and irresistible dance‑floor power. Released on October 5, 1973, the single arrived as Mud’s first major hit under the Chinn & Chapman songwriting/production partnership. Issued by RAK Records under catalogue number RAK 159, the track delivered the duo’s trademark glam‑pop formula: pounding rhythm, sharp guitar lines, and a mas

Suzi Quatro exploded onto the UK charts in spring 1973 with her second solo single, a snarling, leather-clad glam-rock anthem that announced her as a major force in the British scene. Issued in the UK on 27 April 1973, “Can The Can” (backed with “Ain’t Ya Somethin’ Honey”) became Suzi’s first number one hit and one of the defining singles of the glam era. 🔘 The Story “Can The Can” was written and produced by the hit-making team of Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn for RAK Records

Issued exclusively to radio and industry, the single was pressed by RAK Records under catalogue number PSR 355, making it a notable early‑career rarity.

Peter Noone stepped out from his role as the fresh-faced frontman of Herman’s Hermits to launch his solo career. Choosing a brand-new song by the then still-emerging David Bowie, Noone delivered a bright, upbeat cover of “Oh You Pretty Thing.” The track showcased his clear, melodic voice and added a polished pop sheen to Bowie’s quirky, androgynous original. Released on April 30, 1971, the single appeared on RAK Records under catalogue number RAK 114. Backed with “Together Fo