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David Bowie’s Bowie Today - From Brixton to Berlin, a cover and eight-page feature in Melody Maker, February 18, 1978.

Alice Cooper’s From The Inside , a one-page review in Rolling Stone, February 8, 1978. IF ANYONE COULD PULL off a concept album about...

Iggy Pop’s "Kill City", a one-page album review in New Musical Express, January 28, 1978.". As I'm writing this CSM is similarly...

Bowie's Heroes-Era Single Launch Published in the UK on January 20, 1978, Melody Maker’s one-page advert “Beauty and the Beast - The New Single” promoted David Bowie’s latest single from the Heroes album. The eye-catching ad highlighted the track’s dark, experimental energy, positioning it as a bold follow-up in Bowie’s Berlin Trilogy phase, with striking visuals and text emphasizing his ongoing creative reinvention. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker

Rod's Blistering Blues Kicker Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 20, 1978, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 17101), Rod Stewart’s “Hot Legs” — backed with “I Was Only Joking” — was the second single from his 1977 album Foot Loose & Fancy Free. In the UK, it was issued as a double A-side. The single reached No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart. The lead guitar was played by Billy Peek, a Saint Louis native and mem

Alice's 1978 Comeback Spotlight Published in the US on January 19, 1978, Circus Magazine’s two-page feature “Alice Comes Alive” captured Alice Cooper (solo) at a pivotal moment — his post-1975 recovery and triumphant return to the spotlight after the original band breakup. The article explored his new direction, the success of Welcome to My Nightmare, the theatrical live shows, and his reinvention as a solo star, with vivid photos and insights into his ongoing shock-rock lega

Queen's 1978 Leadership Shift Spotlight Published in the UK on January 19, 1978, this cover feature “No Longer Leader?” explored the evolving dynamics within Queen. The article delved into whether Freddie Mercury was stepping back from being the sole leader of the band, highlighting the growing contributions from Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon, and reflecting on the group's maturing creative process during the News of the World era. The cover featured the band in st

Bowie's Bodyguard & Iggy Pop Bond Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page article “Bowie’s Big Buddy” profiled Tony Mascia — David Bowie’s longtime bodyguard — offering a candid, colourful glimpse into Bowie’s life during the Berlin Trilogy era. Mascia shared stories of driving rock stars, working on The Man Who Fell To Earth, protecting Bowie from crowds, and his thoughts on Bowie’s friends (Iggy Pop, John Lennon, Mick Jagger, Marc Bolan). The

An NME Heroes-Era Single Spotlight Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page review “Beauty and the Beast - Off He Goes, Dictating Another Trend” covered David Bowie’s “Beauty and the Beast” single from Heroes. The enthusiastic review celebrated the track’s dark, experimental energy and Bowie’s ongoing trendsetting role in rock. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: One-page sin

An NME Heroes Celebration Promo Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, New Musical Express’s one-page advert “Beauty and the Beast - From NME's Album of the Year” promoted David Bowie’s Heroes album as NME’s Album of the Year. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: One-page single advert. Do you have this NME advert in your archive? Ready for the beauty and the beast? Share in the comments!

Bowie's Beast & RCA Right Call Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, review “Beauty and the Beast - RCA Publicity Dept. are Right” celebrated David Bowie’s “Beauty and the Beast” single from Heroes. The enthusiastic review agreed with RCA’s publicity push, praising the track’s dark, innovative energy and Bowie’s ongoing role as a trendsetter in glam and experimental rock. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine: Scrapbook (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: Si

Three-Page T. Rextasy Legacy Published in the UK on January 14, 1978, Record Mirror’s three-pages Readers Poll, results celebrating Marc Bolan’s career and T. Rex’s enduring impact. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: Record Mirror (UK). Date: January 14, 1978. Format: Three-pages Do you have this Record Mirror feature in your archive? Ready for the best of Marc Bolan? Share in the comments!

A Roxy Music Glam Reissue Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 13, 1978, on Polydor Records (catalog number 2001 739), Roxy Music’s “Do The Strand” — backed with “Editions of You” — was a reissue of the 1973 glam classic from the For Your Pleasure album. Written by Bryan Ferry, produced by Chris Thomas, this art-glam anthem showcased Roxy’s theatrical style. GERMAN SLEEVE Single Overview Release Details Label: Polydor Records. Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Si

A Heroes-Era Dark Glam Cut Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 13, 1978, on RCA Records (catalog number PB 1190), David Bowie’s “Beauty and the Beast” — backed with “Sense of Doubt” — was a brooding, experimental track from the Heroes album. Produced by Bowie, Tony Visconti, and Brian Eno, this dark glam single entered the UK Singles Chart on January 21, 1978, peaked at No. 39, and charted for 3 weeks. A Berlin Trilogy gem. The opening music, a disjointed c

A Melody Maker Gigolo Film Update Published in the UK on January 13, 1979, Melody Maker’s one-page article “David Hemmings re-cuts Just A Gigolo” covered director David Hemmings’ decision to re-edit his 1978 film Just A Gigolo — starring David Bowie in his first major acting role post-The Man Who Fell To Earth. The article detailed the changes to the film’s structure and tone, amid mixed reviews and Bowie’s Berlin era spotlight. WHILE David Hemmings re-cuts Just A Gigolo, whi

David Bowie’s Bowie Zigzag, a one-page cover in ZIGZAG Magazine, January 1, 1978.

A Rolling Stone Bowie Berlin Portrait Published in the US on January 12, 1978, Rolling Stone’s four-page feature “Plays Himself” offered an in-depth look at David Bowie during his Berlin Trilogy peak — exploring his *Low* and *Heroes* era, his move to Berlin, the influence of Brian Eno and Tony Visconti, and his deliberate reinvention as the Thin White Duke. The article captured Bowie at his most introspective and experimental. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine:

Issued as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Polydor Records (catalog number 2001 759) on January 6, 1978, The Sweet’s "Love Is Like Oxygen" , with "Cover Girl" as the B-side, entered the UK chart on January 28, where it remained for 10 weeks, peaking at number 9. Band Sweet's Dutch single cover for "Love is Like Oxygen," featuring a black-and-white photo of the group with bold pink typography. The song was co-written the group's guitarist Andy Scott, and, musician who had p

Iggy Pop’s Lust For Life , a one-page review in Rolling Stone, January 1, 1978. Pop RCA AFLI-2488 By Billy Altman IGGY POP'S SECOND...

Bolan’s comeback storm – will Marc reclaim his glam crown? Record Mirror, December 31, 1977. More Bolan revival moments added weekly.