Bryan Ferry discusses Roxy Music's growing success, future recording plans and his personal ambitions in this NME feature. Speaking during a period of rapid progress for the band, Ferry reflects on the group's achievements, future releases and his own desire to continue developing as both a songwriter and performer. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Written by Ian MacDonald, the feature finds Bryan Ferry in a relaxed mood as

NME examines the growing influence of Lou Reed on a new generation of rock performers, arguing that artists such as David Bowie, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople and even The Rolling Stones had absorbed ideas first explored by Reed and The Velvet Underground. Published shortly after Reed's solo resurgence, the feature presents him as one of the most important yet underappreciated figures in contemporary music. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Cou

At the age of 37, Alex Harvey returns to the music scene with a new band, and NME examines the long and often difficult journey that brought him back into the spotlight. The feature traces his career from the British rock and blues boom of the early 1960s through years of frustration and hard work before his latest comeback. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Written by Michael Watts, this feature profiles Alex Harv

A full-page CBS Records advertisement promotes Mott The Hoople's appearance at London's Rainbow Theatre while simultaneously advertising the band's breakthrough album All The Young Dudes. Released during the group's commercial resurgence under the guidance of David Bowie, the advert captures one of the defining moments in Mott The Hoople's career. Publication: Melody Maker Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 14, 1972 This striking fu

Fresh from their first American visit, Slade report back to New Musical Express on the realities of breaking the United States. While enjoying major success at home, the band discuss cancelled television appearances, touring opportunities and the challenges of establishing themselves in a vast new market. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Under the headline “This Is America”, NME follows Jim Sm

A full-page concert advertisement announces a major forthcoming British tour featuring Slade and Thin Lizzy. Presented by Mel Bush in association with Barn Productions, the advert promotes an extensive run of dates throughout England, Scotland and Wales during November and December 1972. Publication: New Musical Express Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full-page advertisement promotes a co-headlining tour featuring Slade and Thin Lizzy. The page is dominate

Fresh from the success of School's Out, Alice Cooper sits down with New Musical Express to discuss shock rock, violence, stage theatrics and the public misconceptions surrounding one of the most controversial acts of the early 1970s. The result is a candid interview that reveals a thoughtful performer behind the horror‑show image. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Written by Roy Carr, thi

Released on October 13, 1972, "Lay Down" was issued by Strawbs on A&M Records under catalogue number AMS 7035. Written by Dave Cousins, the single became the group's first major chart success, reaching No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart. At the time of release, Strawbs were evolving from their folk-oriented roots toward a more expansive progressive rock sound. According to the original A&M Records press release, "Lay Down" was regarded as the band's first serious attempt to estab

In this Melody Maker feature, The Sweet respond to criticism that they are merely a manufactured pop act, arguing that their abilities as musicians and songwriters are frequently overlooked. The article presents the group’s determination to gain greater recognition for their creative contributions beyond their chart success. Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 7, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Bitter Sweet,” the article examines The Sweet's growing frust