The July 1973 issue of French magazine Best features a report on Genesis’s concert in France, highlighting the enthusiasm of the audience and the band’s originality and professionalism. Publication: Best Date: July 1973 Country: France The article describes the difficulty of reporting on Genesis’s arrival in France without falling into complete enthusiasm for those who attended the concert. It notes the impact of the show at the Olympia, the prolonged contact with the musicia

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express features the weekly singles reviews, including coverage of Elton John and Middle of the Road among the new releases. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Singles Reviews THE STORY The page reviews several new singles, with Elton John highlighted alongside Middle of the Road and other artists. It reflects the competitive UK singles chart scene during the sum

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express charts shows David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane at No. 1 on the British Albums Chart. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Charts THE STORY The British Albums Chart lists Aladdin Sane by David Bowie at the top spot, with other notable entries including Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and Slade. The page also shows the British Singles Chart and US charts. CONTEXT AND NOTES

Publication: New Musical Express Date: June 30 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Page: Page 5 Format: Feature Article / Concert Review /  Illustrated Column Overview A satirical and sharply written New Musical Express feature by Charles Shaar Murray, titled “Hype Hype Hooray.” The article examines Alice Cooper’s Madison Square Garden performance, blending concert reportage with cultural commentary on fame, spectacle, and the blurred line between rock and theatre....

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express features an advertisement for Suzi Quatro’s live performance at the California Ballroom in Dunstable on Saturday, June 30, 1973. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: Dunstable, Beds. Section: Gig Guide / Concert Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes Suzi Quatro’s show with her band, highlighting her No.1 sound and the hit “Can the Can”. It also announces The First Ch

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express reports on Slade’s major concert at London’s Earl’s Court Stadium, part of their “Borstal Breakout” British tour. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Gig Guide / Live Review THE STORY The article covers Slade’s performance at the prestigious Earl’s Court venue, noting the band’s ability to fill large arenas and their high-energy show. It mentions the chall

The Original Poster & Venue Change The Historic Roller Rink Shows This striking, hexagonal promotional poster represents a fascinating piece of music history: the original, un-rescheduled David Bowie and the Spiders from Mars gig. It was originally slated for the Leeds University Refectory on Saturday, 2nd June 1973. However, the university venue was deemed unsuitable for Bowie’s massive theatrical production, so the concert was moved to the Kirkstall Rolarena on Friday, 29th

"Union Silver" was the latest single from Scottish pop group Middle Of The Road, continuing their string of upbeat, harmony-driven releases in the early 1970s. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: RCA Victor Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: RCA 2388 Release Date: June 29, 1973 A bright, catchy pop single with strong vocal harmonies typical of the band’s style. Orange RCA Victor labels. A-side “UNION SILVER” (M. Shepstone, M. Capuano, G. Capuano) Arr. & Prod.

A high-energy glam rock anthem and one of Elton John’s most enduring live classics, “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting” was the lead single from the landmark album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: DJM Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: DJX 502 Release Date: June 29, 1973 A powerful, stomping rocker driven by Elton’s piano, Davey Johnstone’s guitar, and energetic vocals. Orange and black DJM labels. Promo copies on yellow labe