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David Bowie (May 3, 2024) Lady Stardust (Alternative Version – Take 1) - Digital Single
The second preview track from the Rock ’n’ Roll Star! box set — an intimate early take from the Ziggy Stardust sessions at Trident Studios.

David Bowie
May 3, 20241 min read


Marc Bolan (June 10, 1972) DISC – More Bolan Oldies + Bowie & Mott the Hoople Gig
DISC News page reports on new Marc Bolan oldies releases, Deep Purple reopening the Rainbow, Beach Boys free show, Family UK tour, and upcoming gigs by David Bowie and Mott the Hoople. Publication: DISC Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News (Page 2) THE STORY The news page leads with “More Bolan” — announcing re-releases of old Marc Bolan singles and LPs. Other stories include Deep Purple re-opening the Rainbow Theatre, the Beach Boys play

T.Rex
Jun 10, 20192 min read


Alice Cooper (Group) (June 30, 1972) “The Alice Cooper Show” – Official Programme Cover + Concert Review – Empire Pool, London
Official souvenir programme cover and detailed live review of The Alice Cooper Show at the Empire Pool, capturing the band’s shocking theatrical performance. PUBLICATION: Date: June 30, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Concert Programme + Live Review Title: THE ALICE COOPER SHOW THE STORY The striking programme cover features bold red-and-black horror graphics with the tagline “ROCKING SHOCKING PSYCHO - THEATRE!”. The accompanying review vividly describes the ban

Alice Cooper Group
Jun 30, 19721 min read


David Bowie (June 24, 1972) Greyhound Croydon Gig Advertisement – Melody Maker (UK)
Promotional newspaper advertisement for David Bowie’s concert at the Greyhound in Croydon, supported by Roxy Music. PUBLICATION: Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Gig Advertisement Title: DAVID BOWIE at GREYHOUND THE STORY Large bold advert for David Bowie (with the Spiders from Mars) performing on Sunday, June 25, 1972 at the Greyhound, Park Lane, Croydon, with support from Roxy Music and DJ Rick Hawkins CONTEXT AND NOTES This advert promoted a key

David Bowie
Jun 24, 19722 min read


Alice Cooper (Group) (June 17, 1972) “The Alice Cooper Show” – Final “Killer” Performance Advertisement – Melody Maker (UK)
Full-page promotional advertisement for the last ever performance of Alice Cooper’s Killer show at Wembley Empire Pool. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: THE ALICE COOPER SHOW THE STORY Jumpin’ Jack presents the final performance of the Killer show on 30th June 1972 at 7pm at the Empire Pool, Wembley. Tickets priced at £1. The ad promotes the current album Killer, the new single “School’s Out”, and teases

Alice Cooper Group
Jun 17, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (June 17, 1972) “Bolan” / “Both Sides Of” – 2-Page Feature – Melody Maker (UK)
Major two-page feature on Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the explosive early Ziggy Stardust / T. Rex breakthrough period, including live review coverage and in-depth commentary. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Pages 12–13) Title: BOLAN / Both Sides Of THE STORY The spread includes a large striking photo of Bolan performing, coverage of T. Rex’s concert at the Birmingham Odeon, and extensive discussion of Bolan’s r

Marc Bolan
Jun 17, 19722 min read


David Bowie (June 17, 1972) “The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars” Advertisement – Record Mirror (UK)
Full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s landmark album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, featuring an iconic full-length photograph of Bowie in full Ziggy regalia. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS THE STORY The striking ad shows Bowie in his classic Ziggy Stardust look — patterned jacket, white trouser

David Bowie
Jun 17, 19722 min read


Disc Magazine (June 10, 1972) “News 2” - UK Music News Page
News section page from the June 10, 1972 issue of Disc magazine covering the latest happenings in the UK rock scene, including updates on Marc Bolan, Deep Purple, The Who’s Tommy, and various upcoming gigs and releases. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Section: News 2 (Edited by Mike Ledgerwood) Page: 3 THE STORY This packed news page features multiple short articles: Marc Bolan – News on a new T. Rex single and album plans. Deep Purple – A

T.Rex
Jun 10, 19722 min read


Roxy Music (June 10, 1972) DISC – Roxy the band behind the image
DISC Roxy Music are making a powerful and immediate impact on the British music scene with their striking visual image and unique blend of 1950s, 60s and 70s influences, as they prepare to release their debut album produced by Pete Sinfield. Publication: DISC Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature (Half-page) THE STORY The article profiles the rapidly rising Roxy Music, describing how the band has created a strong visual and musical iden

Roxy Music
Jun 10, 19722 min read


David Cassidy (June 10, 1972) “Meet the Clothed Mr. Cassidy” - Disc UK
Full-page feature in Disc magazine profiling teen idol David Cassidy at the height of his fame, with a playful headline referencing his “clothed” image in contrast to the era’s more provocative stars. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Page: 13 Title: Meet the clothed Mr. Cassidy THE STORY The article presents David Cassidy as the star of TV, stage, and records, on his way to repeating his American success in Britain. It includes a major inte

David Cassidy
Jun 10, 19722 min read
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