(The King of Saturday Night Glam) Barry Blue (born Barry Ian Green, December 4, 1950) is an English singer, songwriter, and producer. A prominent figure in the early 1970s glam rock and pop scene, he scored several memorable hits with his smooth voice, catchy hooks, and upbeat party anthems. Best known for his 1973 smash “Dancin’ (On a Saturday Night)”, Barry Blue became a teen idol and a staple of British charts during the height of glam. EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born

This 1979 Old Gold reissue brings together two of Barry Blue’s most recognisable early‑1970s singles: Dancin’ (On A Saturday Night) and School Love. Originally released in 1973, Dancin’ (On A Saturday Night) became a major international hit, co‑written with Lynsey de Paul and performed with a backing band of top‑tier session musicians. The song’s infectious glam‑pop energy made it a staple of the era and a long‑lasting dancefloor favourite. The Old Gold pressing re‑presents t

This full-page advertisement promotes Barry Blue's new single "Hot Shot" and his debut album. Featuring a dramatic studio photograph, the advert presents Barry Blue as the focus of a Bell Records campaign designed to highlight both his current single release and first LP. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 28, 1974 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement is dominated by the bold headline "BARRY BLUE HOT SHOT", immediately drawing attention to the artist and his lates

This issue of Music Star features a large cover photograph of Barry Blue alongside the headline banner “Barry Blue Writes For You!” The cover also promotes features on Noddy Holder, Wayne, Alice, Gary, Paper Lace, Arrows, and a reader competition. Publication: Music Star Date: September 21, 1974 Country: UK The cover is dominated by a full-colour close-up portrait of Barry Blue. Across the top of the magazine, a prominent banner reads “Barry Blue Writes For You!”, identifying

The June 22, 1974 issue of Music Star magazine features a multi-page lifestyle spread on Barry Blue titled “Room at The Top For BARRY”, showcasing the singer relaxing in his luxurious penthouse flat and highlighting his personality, style, and daily life. Publication: Music Star Date: June 22, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Colour Feature / Interior Spread (3 pages) THE STORY The article follows Barry Blue at home, capturing him in his penthouse flat e

A fun, full-page feature from Music Star magazine dated May 25, 1974, titled “Barry’s Summertime Blues”, focusing on singer-songwriter Barry Blue. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music Star Date: May 25, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Article THE STORY Barry Blue shares his thoughts on summer, touring, and life on the road. The piece includes his personal answers to fan questions about holidays, his favourite places, and how he deals with the pressures of f

he advert announces the release of Barry Blue’s first album on Bell Records,  catalogue number BELLS 238. It features a  large monochrome photograph of Barry Blue  in a white stage outfit with decorative trim, set  against a dark background. The design uses  bold typography for the artist’s name and the  headline “Sensational First Album.” A smaller  image of the album cover appears to the right,  listing tracks including “Do You Wanna Dance?,” “Dancin’ (On A Saturday Night),

his full‑page advertisement promotes Barry Blue’s debut album, released on Bell Records in spring 1974. The design is bold and monochrome, featuring Blue in a white stage outfit with black trim, posed confidently against a dark backdrop. The headline — “Sensational First Album” — captures the exuberant tone typical of Bell’s mid‑’70s marketing style.