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Alvin Stardust (July 18, 1979) – "Shakin' All Over" b/w "I Gotta Gotta" 7" Single: UK
A non‑album single released by Alvin Stardust in July 1979 on Gale Records. The A‑side is a cover of the Johnny Kidd & The Pirates classic “Shakin’ All Over,” while the B‑side “I Gotta Gotta” is an original track written by Alvin Stardust. Produced by Farrer and Fisher, the single blends late‑Seventies pop‑rock production with Stardust’s trademark vocal style. STYLE & THEMES “Shakin’ All Over” stays faithful to the rock ’n’ roll roots of the 1960 original, with a polished lat

Alvin Stardust
Jul 18, 1979


Sparks (July 13, 1979) – 7" Single: Beat The Clock (UK)
Artist: Sparks Label: Virgin Country: UK Catalogue: VS 270 Release Date: July 13 1979 Type: Vinyl Record Format: 7" Single TRACK INFORMATION Title: Beat The Clock Writer(s): Ron Mael, Russell Mael Producer(s): Giorgio Moroder Album Origin: No. 1 In Heaven Associated Releases: Beat The Clock (Alternative Mix) • Beat The Clock (Long Version) • Plagiarism (1997) TRACK LISTING A: Beat The Clock Composer: Ron Mael, Russell Mael Producers: Giorgio Moroder B: Beat The Clock (

Sparks
Jul 13, 1979


David Bowie (July 12, 1979) "Lodger" – Rolling Stone
A full‑page RCA advertisement from Rolling Stone promoting David Bowie’s album “Lodger,” published on July 12 1979. The design captures the surreal, kinetic energy of Bowie’s late‑1970s period, combining motion, typography, and conceptual imagery to reflect the album’s restless spirit.

David Bowie
Jul 12, 1979


David Bowie (July 7, 1979) "DJ" – New Musical Express & Promotional Material
A full‑page black‑and‑white advertisement promoting David Bowie’s new single “DJ,” taken from his album Lodger, featuring a striking image of Bowie in motion with the letters “DJ” painted in light behind him.

David Bowie
Jul 7, 1979


Ray Dorset And Mungo Jerry (July 6, 1979) "Dancin' In The Street" / "Rockin' On The Road" Single 7" (Polydor 2059 127 UK)
RELEASE INFORMATION Released July 6, 1979 7" Vinyl Single Reference: UK: 2059 127 A. Dancin' In The Street (Ray Dorset) B. Rockin' On The Road (Ray Dorset) Notes Non-album single. • Commercial picture sleeve • Injection moulded solid centre INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS: • Germany - Polydor 2059 127 - 1979 • France - Polydor 2059 127 - 1979 SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia. BBC Official Charts All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the propert

Mungo Jerry
Jul 6, 1979


Iggy Pop (July 6, 1979) "Five Foot One" / "Pretty Flamingo" Single 7" (Arista ARIST 274 UK)
RELEASE INFORMATION Released July 6, 1979 7" Vinyl Single Reference: UK: ARIST 274 A. Five Foot One (Iggy Pop) B. Pretty Flamingo (Iggy Pop) Notes "Five Foot One" b/w "Pretty Flamingo" (non-album track) UK VARIANTS: • Commercial injection moulded solid centre (blue) • Commercial injection moulded solid centre (yellow) • Picture disc CHART PERFORMANCE None INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS: • Australia - Arista - 1979 SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia. BBC Official Charts. All a

Iggy Pop
Jul 6, 1979


David Bowie (July 6, 1979) "D.J." / "Repetition" Single 7" (RCA Victor BOW 3 UK)
RELEASE INFORMATION Released July 6, 1979 7" Vinyl Single Reference: UK: BOW 3 / PB 9412 7" UK Vinyl A. D.J. (David Bowie, Brian Eno, Carlos Alomar) B. Repetition (David Bowie) Notes RCA UK officially released about 3000 copies in green vinyl. UK Variants Demonstration printed label with four prongs Commercial four prongs and solid center CHART PERFORMANCE UK: Peak position 29 First Chart Date: July 21, 1979 Weeks on chart: 5 July 21, 1979 – 29 July 28, 1979 – 31 August 4, 19

David Bowie
Jul 6, 1979


Alice Cooper (January 1, 1979) – “Crazy Is as Crazy Does” Feature – Super Rock Magazine
This Super Rock magazine feature from January 1979 dives into the eccentric world of Alice Cooper, exploring his theatrical madness and the psychological themes behind his album From the Inside. Written with tongue‑in‑cheek humor, the article examines Cooper’s reputation as rock’s original “certifiable” showman. Publication: Super Rock Magazine Date: January 1 1979 Country: United States THE STORY The feature opens with the bold headline “Crazy Is as Crazy Does”, introduc

Alice Cooper(solo)
Jul 1, 1979


Queen (June 29, 1979) "Love Of My Life" (Live) Single – EMI (UK)
A beautiful live version of one of Queen’s most beloved ballads, released as a single from the double live album Live Killers. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: EMI Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: EMI 2959 Release Date: June 29, 1979 Live recording of the acoustic masterpiece “Love Of My Life” paired with the powerful “Now I’m Here”. Black label with red/green “QUEEN” logo. A-side: “Love Of My Life (Mercury)”. B-side: “Now I’m Here (May)”. Both tracks fro

Queen
Jun 29, 1979


David Bowie (June 16, 1979) “Lodger” Advertisement – NME (UK)
Full-page promotional advertisement for David Bowie’s new album Lodger, featuring a dynamic and artistic photograph of Bowie. PUBLICATION: Date: June 16, 1979 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement (Page 13) Title: LODGER THE STORY The ad displays a full-length image of David Bowie in an energetic pose against a graph-paper grid background, promoting his latest studio album Lodger (catalogue BOW LP1). It includes a “POST CARD” style layout encouragin

David Bowie
Jun 16, 1979
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