Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

Disc, January 26, 1974. COCKNEY REBEL (EMI 2051). "Sebastian" This is a fine, outstandingly different single from a fine group. All concerned (including Steve Harley) were so amazed that it wasn't a hit they've decided to have a second try. Once you've heard it you'll know why-and hear it you undoubtedly will. Such a good single it deserves to be a monster hit. And as long as the Beeb don't ignore it, this could be the big break Cockney Re-bel have been waiting for. If they'r

Lulu’s "The Man Who Sold The World", a one-page advert in New Musical Express, January 19, 1974.

Slade’s "Snappy Slade" , a one-page article, 1973.

1974's Shock-Rock Fan Feature Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Popswop Magazine’s one-page. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Popswop (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page portrait. Legacy “Alice's Popswop” is a quintessential early 1974 Alice Cooper artifact — pure shock-rock idol worship from the peak of their UK breakthrough. Do you have this Popswop feature in your archive? Ready for Alice's early glam? Share in the comments!

Disc, January 26, 1974. MARC BOLAN AND T. REX "Teenage Dream" (Mare 7). Good old Marc! Just when everyone had given him up for dead, sub-merged under a pile of tuneless drivel, he comes up with a really good single. It has good lyrics, an incredib-ly memorable refrain, and above all it's different. I'm not going to stick my neck out though Top Three, I'd say! Undoubtedly, some people are going to hate it, but that's nothing new to T. Rex. And this time Marc Bolan will have th

Sweet's US-Bound Glam Push Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page article “Sweet Single Made in US” announced that The Sweet were set to release a new single made in the US, capitalizing on their growing international buzz following hits like “Block Buster!” and “The Ballroom Blitz.” Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Disc (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page news/feature article. Legacy This article captures The Sweet in early

Sensational Alex Harvey Band's Vaudeville Madness. Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s article “Alex Harvey fantasy night” announced a special concert by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band at the Empire Ballroom, Leicester Square, London, on Monday, February 11, 1974. The event was billed as a night of romance, fantasy, and fun, with a named DJ introducing the evening. Supporting acts included Rocket Records’ latest signing Casablanca and The Troggs. The ar

Mick Ronson's Solo Rainbow Debut Tease Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, New Musical Express’s one-page article “Ronson's Rainbow” announced Mick Ronson’s solo career launch with two major headline concerts at London’s Rainbow Theatre on Friday and Saturday, February 22 and 23, 1974. The feature revealed further provincial dates were being lined up, with support from Mike Garson (keyboards), Trevor Bolder (bass), and Aynsley Dunbar (drums). It noted Ronson’s debut solo

The Mind That Hit Disc Magazine Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page single review covered Alvin Stardust’s “Jealous Mind” (Magnet MAG 5), hailing it as “magnificent.” The enthusiastic review praised Stardust for doing a Roy Wood-style homage to classic rock 'n' roll, sounding like a perfect composite of Adam Faith (in his good old days), Elvis Presley, and others from that era. It predicted the single would “rush up the charts in the twinkling of

Slade's 1974 Popswop Fan Club Spotlight Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Popswop Magazine’s two-page feature “Slade Fan-atics” was a full-on celebration of Slade’s exploding fanbase during their early glam-rock peak. The article dived into the wild devotion of Slade fans — the screams, the banners, the letters, the chaos at gigs — and spotlighted Noddy Holder, Dave Hill, Jim Lea, and Don Powell as the four lads driving the hysteria. With photos of the band in full gli

Roxy Music's No. 1 Stranded Triumph Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Popswop magazine’s one-page article “Stranded, But Only at the Top!” celebrated Roxy Music’s latest album Stranded  reaching No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart. The feature highlighted the band’s artistic evolution, Bryan Ferry’s suave vocal style, Phil Manzanera’s inventive guitar, and the lush, sophisticated sound that defined their third album — their first chart-topper. It captured the excitement of Ro

The 7-inch vinyl single featuring Marc Bolan and T. Rex's "Teenage Dream" , with "Satisfaction Pony" as the B-side, was released in the UK by EMI Records through T. Rex Wax Co. (catalog number MARC 6) on January 25, 1974. It debuted on the UK charts on February 9, at number 18, climbed to number 13 the following week, which was its peak position, and remained on the chart for a total of 5 weeks. "Surprise, surprise! Marc sings out - and at last, it really is the new T.Rex so

Suzi Quatro's Glam-Rock No. 1 Smash Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 25, 1974, on RAK Records (catalogue: RAK 167), Suzi Quatro’s “Devil Gate Drive” — backed with “In The Morning” — was a high-octane glam-rock stomper written and produced by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. It entered the UK Singles Chart on February 9, 1974, and became Suzi’s first UK No. 1, holding the top spot for 5 weeks during an 11-week run. Track Listing A: Devil Gate Drive B: In T

Alice Cooper Group’s "Muscle of Love"  backed with "Crazy Little Child" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the US by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number WB 7762) on January 25, 1974.Both tracks are from the Muscle of Love album, with the single noted in a 1974 Cash Box review for its gritty hard rock edge and theatrical flair, characteristic of the band’s final studio effort. Tracklist (7” Vinyl): A1. Muscle of Love – 3:42 B1. Crazy Little Child – 5:12 Note: The tra

Studio 2, Olympic Studios, 117 Church Road Barnes, South West London, England During the Diamond Dogs sessions on January 24, 1974 visitors included Mick Jagger, Pete Townshend, Ronnie Wood, and Rod Stewart, who contributed an uncredited sample from the opening track of Coast To Coast: Overtures And Beginners, The Faces' live album released two weeks earlier. Bowie used the crowd's roar and Rod Stewart's "Hey!" greeting for the beginning of 'Diamond Dogs'.

Sweet’s Otto Winner Sweet , a cover and one-page article in Bravo Magazine , January 24, 1974

Scrapbook article, published January 21, 1974. T. REX are to make their first big tour of Britain for more than two years with a special new stage production and album to follow. The tour, which begins at City Hall Newcastle on January 21, will be the first time that audiences in Britain have been able to see the act that Marc Bolan has taken to America, Australia and the Far East in the past year. Other tour dates are: Apollo, Glasgow (January 22), Sheffield City Hall (24),

Faces' Boozy Live Masterpiece Published in the UK on January 19, 1974, Melody Maker’s one-page review of Faces’ live album Coast To Coast: Overture And Beginners celebrated it as the band’s most representative release to date. The reviewer praised the raw, ramshackle energy of the Anaheim and Hollywood Palladium shows (October 1973), highlighting Kenny Jones’ economical drumming, Ian McLagan’s impressive piano/organ, Tetsu Yamauchi’s propulsive bass, Ronnie Wood’s standout sl

Bolan's Zinc Alloy Reveal Tease Published in the UK on January 19, 1974, Melody Maker’s one-page small article “Truck on, Zinc” announced Marc Bolan’s upcoming persona shift to Zinc Alloy — a playful, prophetic name he had mentioned years earlier: “If ever I get into the chart, I'm going to change my name to Zinc Alloy.” The piece recapped T. Rex’s hits (“Telegram Sam,” “Truck on Tyke”), noted Bolan’s two-year absence from touring, and teased the launch of his first major tou

Bowie's 1974 Music Star Spotlight Published in the UK on January 19, 1974, Music Star Magazine’s one-page article “Bowie Music Star” featured David Bowie at the height of his Ziggy Stardust fame. Publication Details Magazine: Music Star (UK). Date: January 19, 1974. Format: One-page poster