(The Art School Glam Revolutionaries) Roxy Music was a British art rock and glam rock band formed in 1970 in London. Known for their sophisticated, stylish sound, eclectic influences, and striking visual aesthetic, they became one of the most innovative and influential bands of the 1970s. Blending art rock, glam, pop, and avant-garde elements, Roxy Music helped bridge the gap between underground experimentation and mainstream success. FOUNDING & EARLY YEARS Roxy Music was for

Released in the United Kingdom on October 17, 1975, Rattlesnake Roll arrived during the closing chapter of Wizzard's career. Issued by Jet Records under catalogue number JET 758, the single paired two Roy Wood compositions and placed his distinctive production style firmly at the centre of the release. The record captured Wizzard towards the end of the band's recording life, with Rattlesnake Roll providing the energetic A-side and Can't Help My Feelings offering a contrasting

This warm and eccentric 1974 feature paints an affectionate portrait of Roy Wood and his band Wizzard, capturing their colourful chaos, musical versatility, and Roy’s restless creativity at the height of their glam rock success. Publication: Music Star Date: April 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Artist Profile Title: Wizzard who lives in the Wood THE STORY The article presents Roy Wood as a multi-talented, hard-to-categorise artist leading Wizzard — a

This lively November 18, 1973 feature in Record Mirror catches Roy Wood and his new band Wizzard at a confident peak, discussing their colourful glam image, recent chart success, and ambitious plans following Wood’s departures from The Move and Electric Light Orchestra. Publication: Record Mirror Date: November 18, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Interview Title: Wizzard – knocking on Wood? THE STORY The article features an in-depth interview with Roy

This June 4, 1973 album review from ROCK magazine celebrates Roy Wood’s band Wizzard and their release Wizzard’s Brew, highlighting the group’s energetic and eclectic sound as Roy Wood continued to push creative boundaries after leaving The Move and ELO. Publication: ROCK Magazine Date: June 4, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Records / Album Reviews – Page 22 Title: Mr. Wizzard Keeps On Moving THE STORY The review by Toby Goldstein focuses on Wizzard’s album Wiz

Published February 24, 1973, this one‑page Record Mirror feature introduces the members of Wizzard as “sorcerer’s apprentices,” celebrating their eccentricity, virtuosity, and the joyful disorder that defined Roy Wood’s most flamboyant project.

A concise Record Mirror update revealing the title and release plans for Wizzard’s first LP, alongside a packed run of university and theatre dates across the UK.

This January 1, 1973 feature profiles Roy Wood as one of the most ambitious and creative forces in British music, highlighting his new band Wizzard, upcoming solo album, and busy 1973 schedule following his work with The Move and Electric Light Orchestra. Publication: Music Scene Date: January 1, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Artist Profile Title: Music Scene’s Wizzard of Wood THE STORY The article presents Roy Wood as “The Sound Of ’73”, praising hi

Wizzard released “Ball Park Incident” as a single in the United Kingdom on November 3, 1972, backed with “The Carlsberg Special (Piano's Demolished Phone 021 373 4472)”. It was issued in multiple 7" variants, including solid centre, four-prong centre, and promotional copies. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Wizzard Label: Harvest Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: November 3, 1972 A-Side: “Ball Park Incident” Written by: Roy Wood Produced by: Roy Wood B-

The Move’s fourth and final studio album Message From The Country, released in June 1971, served as a creative bridge between the band’s glam-pop roots and the symphonic ambitions of the newly formed Electric Light Orchestra. Recorded simultaneously with ELO’s debut, it marked the end of an era for one of Britain’s most inventive groups RELEASE DETAILS Artist: The Move Label: Harvest Records Date: June 6 1971 Catalogue: SHVL 800 Format: LP Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Me