Germany - Ariola - 1974 You, You, You was released on 23 August 1974 and entered the UK Singles Chart on 31 August. The single remained on the chart for a total of ten weeks, achieving a peak position of number 6. Written and produced by Peter Shelley, the track became one of Alvin Stardust’s notable mid‑Seventies hits, continuing the strong run of singles that defined his early chart career. The B‑side, Come On!, was written by Alvin Stardust and produced by Peter Shelley, o

Germany - Island - 1974 Catalogue: 13 562 AT Smoke Gets In Your Eyes was released on 23 August 1974, entering the UK Singles Chart on 31 August and remaining for a total of eight weeks. The single reached a peak position of number 17, adding another successful entry to Bryan Ferry’s run of solo releases during the mid‑Seventies. The A‑side is Ferry’s interpretation of the Jerome Kern and Otto Harbach standard first introduced in the 1933 musical Roberta. His version places th

This short review from August 1974 critiques Dana Gillespie’s single Andy Warhol on RCA Records. The writer praises her vocal ability but questions the marketing approach behind her image, suggesting that the song and publicity fail to match her genuine talent. Publication: Unknown (UK press) Date: August 17 1974 Country: United Kingdom The reviewer opens by noting that Gillespie “sings better than she looks in the handout picture,” immediately contrasting her musical skill w

This Disco 45 review page from August 1974 highlights new single and album releases, focusing on Barry Blue’s Miss Hit & Run, Sparks’ Ain’t Big Enough for the Both of Us, and David Cassidy’s Please Please Me. The feature captures the vibrant mid‑’70s pop scene, balancing chart predictions with lively commentary on each artist’s latest work. Publication: Disco 45 Magazine Date: August 16 1974 Country: United Kingdom Under the bold heading “Reviews – 45’s & LP’s,” the page of

Cockney Rebel’s ambitious and theatrical second album The Psychomodo, released on June 2, 1974, marked the band’s commercial breakthrough in the UK and solidified Steve Harley’s reputation as one of glam rock’s most distinctive and poetic voices. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Cockney Rebel Label: EMI Date: June 2, 1974 Catalogue: EMC 3033 Format: LP (Vinyl), Cassette, 8-Track Cartridge Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The Psychomodo delivered a bold, eclectic mix of glam, psyched

This brief New Musical Express news item from August 1974 announces Dana Gillespie’s upcoming promotional tour across Britain’s regional radio stations, accompanied by Angela Bowie. The tour supports Gillespie’s new single “Andy Warhol,” written by David Bowie and originally featured on his Hunky Dory album. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 10 1974 Country: United Kingdom The clipping reports that Dana Gillespie, a close associate of David Bowie and part of the

This New Musical Express column from August 1974, written by Lisa Robinson under her regular “Americana” banner, captures the vibrant New York music scene through gossip, performance notes, and celebrity encounters. The headline “Studs with Everything” reflects Robinson’s witty, conversational style as she reports on Bowie, the Jackson Five, and other stars dominating the summer circuit. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 10 1974 Country: United Kingdom The colum

The 3 August 1974 issue of Music Star features Suzi Quatro on the cover. Publication: Music Star Date: August 3, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The cover shows a close-up colour portrait of Suzi Quatro smiling at the camera. Cover lines include “ROY WOOD TELLS ALL,” “Gorgeous Gary,” “Golden Earring Herein,” “Nosh-Time for Danny” and “Lovely Lynsey,” along with teasers for Neil Reid, Queen’s Roger Taylor, the Bay City Rollers and other contents. CONTEXT AND NOTES Suzi Quatro is

The 3 August 1974 issue of Melody Maker features a large cover photograph of Alice Cooper and a short news item headed “Solo Alice.” Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 3, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The cover shows a close-up of Alice Cooper singing into a microphone. The accompanying news brief states that Alice Cooper plus two members of his band – drummer Neal Smith and guitarist Michael Bruce – are planning separate solo albums. Reports of a split in the band are den

The 3 August 1974 issue of Melody Maker carries a “Caught in the Act” review of David Bowie under the heading “Bowie: the same once again.” Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 3, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The review describes a recent Bowie performance in Toronto, noting that few people would go to see the same show twice in a month, yet the writer found the second viewing still impressive. It comments on the precision of the presentation, the theatrical elements and Bo