Lou Reed - Metal Machine Music The Most Hated Album In Rock History? THE ALBUM MUSICAL APPROACH Metal Machine Music (subtitled The Amine β Ring) is the fifth studio album by American rock musician Lou Reed. It was released as a double album in July 1975 by RCA Records, but taken off the market three weeks later. A radical departure from the rest of his catalog, Metal Machine Music features no songs or recognizably structured compositions, eschewing melody and rhythm for layer

A reader’s letter published in New Musical Express reacting to David Bowie’s shift into soul music with Young Americans, questioning the authenticity of the “soul” trend in 1975 British rock press. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 28, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Letters / Correspondence Page Title: This isn’t soul music, this is … a going concern THE STORY The letter by Andrew Dean from Stoke-on-Trent criticizes the sudden wave o

The 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of Elton John’s landmark 1975 album Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy, featuring the complete original album, bonus tracks, and a full live performance recorded at Wembley Stadium on June 21, 1975. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Elton John Title: Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy – 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Date: 2005 (Deluxe Edition) Label: Mercury Format / Type: 2CD Deluxe Edition Country: Europe Catalogue

The June 21, 1975 edition of Disc magazine features a prominent advertisement for Elton John’s new single “Someone Saved My Life Tonight”, taken from the album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy. Publication: Disc Date: June 21, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes Elton John’s latest single with striking artwork from the Captain Fantastic album campaign, highlighting the upcoming release date of Ju

A melodic, heartfelt ballad written by Bruce Johnston, “I Write The Songs” was David Cassidy’s 1975 single from the album The Higher They Climb. Produced by Cassidy and Johnston, it became a significant hit in the UK, showcasing Cassidy’s maturing vocal style. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: David Cassidy Label: RCA Victor Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: RCA 2571 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “I Write The Songs” Written by: Bruce Johnston Produced by: David Cassidy, Bruc

A lively, upbeat glam-rock single from Alvin Stardust, “Sweet Cheatin' Rita” showcased his theatrical style and charismatic delivery during the mid-1970s. Released as part of his Rock With Alvin album, the track captured his signature playful rock ’n’ roll persona. Artist: Alvin Stardust Label: Magnet Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: MAG 32 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Sweet Cheatin' Rita” Written by: Roger Greenaway, Geoff Stephens Produced by: Roger Greenaway

A deeply personal and emotionally powerful piano ballad, “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” is one of Elton John’s most autobiographical songs. Written about a suicidal crisis in 1968 and the intervention of his friend Long John Baldry, the track became a major hit and a fan favourite. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Elton John Label: DJM Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: DJS 385 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” Written by: Elton John, Bernie Taup

A catchy, atmosferic pop-rock single from David Essex at the height of his teen idol fame, “Rolling Stone” was a strong follow-up to his No.1 hit “Hold Me Close” and helped drive the success of his album All the Fun of the Fair. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: David Essex Label: CBS Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: S CBS 3425 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Rolling Stone” Written by: David Essex Produced by: Jeff Wayne B-Side: “Coconut Ice” Written by: David Essex Produced

In the summer of 1975, Alice Cooper released “Only Women” as a heartfelt ballad single from his acclaimed first solo album Welcome To My Nightmare. This emotional, slower-tempo track stood out from his usual hard rock sound and became one of the most memorable and commercially successful songs from the album. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Alice Cooper Label: Anchor Date: June 16, 1975 Catalogue: ANC-10821 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Australia Genre: Hard Rock Style: Rock Balla

Alice Cooper in full theatrical makeup and costume during his Welcome To My Nightmare era, marking a major moment in his solo career transition. Publication: Cash Box Date: June 14, 1975 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: ALICE COOPER / 'WELCOME' TO HIS ERA THE STORY This iconic cover shows Alice Cooper in a dramatic green-lit pose, holding a microphone amid eerie, surreal props (including what appear to be giant insects or nightmare-themed set pieces)