The New Musical Express chart for the week ending January 22, 1972 captured a richly varied early‑’70s landscape, balancing polished pop, emerging glam, and enduring soul. The New Seekers held the top single with “I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing,” while Cat Stevens led the album chart with *Teaser and the Firecat.* Publication: New Musical Express Date: January 22, 1972 Format: Weekly singles and albums chart Writer: NME Chart Service A moment of melodic optimism, glam

A comprehensive double-page chart roundup lists the biggest-selling albums and singles of 1971 in the UK, with Simon & Garfunkel’s *Bridge Over Troubled Water* at No. 1, followed closely by Rod Stewart’s *Every Picture Tells a Story* and the Rolling Stones’ *Sticky Fingers*. The singles chart is headed by George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord,” with Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” at No. 2 and Middle of the Road’s “Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep” at No. 3, illustrating the diverse mix of ro

A detailed chart summary from the Christmas 1971 issue of New Musical Express shows T. Rex’s “Jeepster” and *Electric Warrior* both holding strong at No. 2, just behind other major releases in a highly competitive festive chart. The piece highlights how close Bolan’s glam juggernaut came to the top spot, reflecting the intense chart battles of the era. This December 25, 1971 NME chart feature captures T. Rex at the absolute peak of their commercial momentum — dominating sales

The Record Mirror Top 50 for the week ending December 4, 1971 captured a defining moment in early‑’70s British pop, with Slade’s “Coz I Luv You” holding the No. 1 position and Benny Hill’s novelty hit “Ernie (The Fastest Milkman in the West)” close behind. The chart reflected the full spectrum of UK taste — from glam’s first surge to MOR ballads, soul imports and festive releases. Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 4, 1971 Format: Weekly singles and albums chart Wri

A label in full creative bloom, a roster at its peak, and an advert that turned a singles rollout into a birth announcement — Warner/Reprise made even their marketing unforgettable.

The chart shows George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” holding the top position, continuing its strong run across the UK. The Mixtures’ “Pushbike Song” and the Supremes’ “Stoned Love” follow, reflecting the blend of novelty pop and Motown that defined the early part of the year. Elton John’s “Your Song” remains a steady presence in the Top 10, while T. Rex’s “Ride a White Swan” continues its climb as one of the key emerging glam‑rock singles.

A detailed chart page from New Musical Express shows George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” holding the No. 1 spot on the singles chart, while T. Rex’s “Ride a White Swan” climbs to No. 10, signalling the early stirrings of glam rock’s chart invasion. The album chart is led by George Harrison’s *All Things Must Pass*, with strong showings for Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, and emerging acts like T. Rex and Curved Air. This January 30, 1971 NME chart summary captures British musi