A comprehensive chart page from Sounds magazine shows McGuinness Flint’s “When I’m Dead and Gone” at No. 1 on the singles chart, with T. Rex’s “Ride a White Swan” climbing into the Top 10 at No. 12, signalling the first major chart breakthrough for the emerging glam sound. The album chart is led by Andy Williams’ *Greatest Hits*, followed by Simon & Garfunkel’s *Bridge Over Troubled Water* and a Tamla Motown compilation, reflecting the diverse commercial landscape at the end

The New Musical Express chart for the week ending December 12, 1970 captured a transitional moment between late‑’60s pop and the emerging early‑’70s sound. Dave Edmunds’ “I Hear You Knocking” held the No. 1 spot, while T. Rex’s “Ride A White Swan” continued its rapid ascent, signalling the first spark of the glam era. Publication: New Musical Express Date: December 12, 1970 Format: Weekly singles and albums chart Writer: NME Chart Service A moment of post‑’60s recalibratio

A classic New Musical Express double-page spread featuring the official NME Top 30 chart for the week ending October 7, 1970, alongside a “Go For These” new releases advertisement highlighting the hottest singles and albums of the moment. The charts are heating up — Freda Payne holds the top spot while Deep Purple, Desmond Dekker and more storm the Top 30. New Musical Express Date: October 10, 1970 (on sale) Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Freda Payne’s “Band of