Debuting on the Billboard 200 on June 19, 1971, Every Picture Tells A Story became Rod Stewart’s first No.1 album in both the UK and US. A masterful blend of folk, rock, and blues, the album is widely regarded as one of his finest works and a cornerstone of 1970s rock. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Rod Stewart Label: Mercury Date: June 1971 Catalogue: SRM-1-609 Format: Album (Stereo) Country: USA TRACK LIST Side A A1. Every Picture Tells A Story (Stewart, Wood) A2. Seems Like A L

A striking double-page feature from the June 5, 1971 issue of British music weekly Record Mirror that captures Alice Cooper at the explosive early peak of their shock rock notoriety. The article presents the band as both a threat to American values and a thrilling new force in rock ‘n’ roll, complete with dramatic photos and commentary on their outrageous stage act Publication: Record Mirror Date: June 5, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Double-page feature (page

A fascinating provincial newspaper profile from the Lincolnshire Echo dated 25 May 1971, capturing David Bowie in his pre-Ziggy Stardust phase as an ambitious, eccentric visionary already dreaming of creating pop stars. Lincolnshire Echo – “David Has Stars In His Eyes”, May 25, 1971. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: Tuesday, 25 May 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Page: Page 3 – Records by Alan Jones Title: David has stars in his eyes THE STORY This e

A candid interview feature from New Musical Express (NME) dated 22 May 1971, continuing the “Chat-In” series with Elton John during his North American tour. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 22, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Page 13 – Chat-In Feature Title: Chat-In with Elton John Part Two Writer: Martin K. Webb THE STORY In this second part of the interview, Elton John speaks openly with Martin K. Webb in Vancouver about rock ’n’

A major two-page spread in Melody Maker profiling the outrageous rise of Alice Cooper during the early days of their shock-rock breakthrough. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 22, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Two-page feature THE STORY This extensive Melody Maker feature dives deep into Alice Cooper’s provocative stage persona, their growing reputation for theatrical shock-rock, and the band’s impact on the early 1970s rock scene. The articl

By spring 1971, the UK charts reflected a blend of pop, rock, and soul influences.  

The Move’s first single on the Harvest label and their biggest hit in three years, written by Roy Wood originally for pop vocal group The New Seekers, reaching No.11 on the UK chart and helping to keep the band relevant during a transitional period. RELEASE DETAILS Date: May 21, 1971 (UK) Catalogue: Harvest HAR 5038 Format: 7" Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side: “Tonight” Written by: Roy Wood Produced by: Roy Wood, Jeff Lynne B-Side: “Don’t Mess Me Up” (UK) / “My Marge” (U

"Get Down and Get with It" was Slade’s breakthrough single and their first UK chart hit, marking the start of their rise as one of the biggest glam rock bands of the 1970s. RELEASE DETAILS Date: May 21, 1971 (UK) Catalogue: Polydor 2058-112 Format: 7" Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side: “Get Down and Get with It” Written by: Bobby Marchan (credited as Holder-Lea-Hill-Powell-Penniman on label) Produced by: Chas Chandler B-Side: Double B-side “Do You Want Me” “Gospel Accordi

This Parlophone 7" single (R 5902) features “All You'll Ever Get From Me” on the A-side and “The Juicer” on the B-side. It was a 1971 reissue of earlier 1970 material, released in an attempt to capitalise on the band’s rising profile after signing with Chinn & Chapman and RCA