Glam Slam Chronicles (Everything)

Cockney Rebel’s "Sebastian" , a one-page advert in Melody Maker , October 13, 1973.

Roxy Music’s Roxy's Top Ten , a one-page thank you advert in Melody Maker magazine, October 13, 1973.

A Glam Pop Dancefloor Filler Barry Blue’s “Do You Wanna Dance?” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 12, 1973, on Bell Records (catalogue: BELL 1336). Backed with “Don’t Put Your Money On My Horse,” this infectious glam pop track, written by Blue and Lynsey de Paul, served as the lead single from his debut album, Hot Shots. Produced by Blue, the A-side’s upbeat rhythm and catchy chorus made it a dancefloor hit, peaking at No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart. House

A Theatrical Glam Gallop The Sensational Alex Harvey Band’s “Giddy Up A Ding Dong” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 12, 1973, on Vertigo Records (catalogue: 6059 091). Backed with “Buff's Bar Blues,” this energetic glam rock track, written by F. Bell, Lattanzil. Produced by Phil Wainman, the A-side’s galloping rhythm, Harvey’s theatrical vocals, and Zal Cleminson’s fiery fiddle captured SAHB’s vaudevillian flair, but it failed to chart. Song origins: "Gi

Queen’s “Keep Yourself Alive,” backed with “Son and Daughter,” was released in the United States on October 8, 1973, as the opening track...

David Bowie’s "Bowie The Darling Who Put Glam Into Rock" , a two-page feature in Melody Maker , October 6, 1973.

David Bowie’s "Hey, Hey. Can't Thank You Enough" , a one-page advert in Melody Maker , October 6, 1973.

A Glam Rock Explosion Mud’s “Dyna-Mite” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 5, 1973, on RAK Records (catalogue: RAK 159). Backed with “Do It All Over Again,” this infectious glam rock anthem, written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, marked Mud’s breakthrough into the UK charts. Produced by Chinn and Chapman, the A-side’s stomping beat, Les Gray’s cheeky vocals, and catchy hooks entered the BBC UK Singles Chart at number 34 on October 21 - October 27 and pro

Alvin Stardust’s “My Coo Ca Choo” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 5, 1973 by Magnet Records (catalogue: MAG 15)....

Elton John’s Goodbye Yellow Brick Road double LP, was released in the UK on October 5, 1973, on DJM Records (catalogue: DJLPD 1001). This...

Alice Cooper Group’s "Alice Freak's Out!," a four-page feature in 16 Magazine, October 1, 1973.

Alice Cooper Group’s Alice Talks About His Muscle of Love , a cover and seven-page feature in Beetle Magazine, October 1, 1973.

Mott The Hoople’s "Under the Guidance of David Bowie" , a four-page feature in Beetle Magazine , October 1, 1973.

T. Rex's Midnight Special Performance: Recorded September 3, 1973, and Broadcast September 28/29, 1973 The note refers to a pivotal...

David Bowie’s "The Laughing Gnome"  backed with "The Gospel According To Tony Day" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by...

David Bowie’s "Sorrow"  backed with "Amsterdam" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by RCA Victor (catalog number RCA 2424)...

Slade's "My Friend Stan" was released as a single, backed with "My Town", in the UK through Polydor Records on September 28, 1973....

Slade’s Sladest  was released as an LP album in the UK by Polydor Records (catalog number 2442 119) on September 28, 1973. This LP,...

Elton John’s "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"  backed with "Screw You"  (also known as "Young Man's Blues"  in some regions), was released as...

Slade’s Double Up On Slade , a cover and one-page article on Dave Hill in Music Star Magazine , September 15, 1973.