Onstage, he was magnetic. Offstage, he was thoughtful. In the studio, he was meticulous. And through it all, he remained defiantly himself — a true British original who never chased trends, only truth.

Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel’s Love’s a Prima Donna  was released as an LP album in the UK by EMI Records (catalog number EMC 3150) on October 29, 1976. Steve Harley began writing material for the album while touring with Cockney Rebel to promote their 1976 album "Timeless Flight." The recording sessions for the new album occurred at Abbey Road Studios in London from June to September 1976. After completion, guitarist Jim Cregan departed from Cockney Rebel to join Rod Stewa

1976's Timeless Flight Follow-Up Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel released White, White Dove backed with Throw Your Soul Down Here as the second and final single from their fourth studio album Timeless Flight on January 30, 1976 by EMI Records catalogue number EMI – EMI 2409. UK release issued in company sleeve, unlike some of the continental variants. The song was written and produced by Harley. White, White Dove was issued by EMI Records as a 7-inch single in the UK, Germany,

A confident, chart‑topping moment — Harley’s new album and tour announced with full‑page swagger.

The Smile That Reached No. 1 Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 2263) on January 31, 1975, Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel’s “Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)” — backed with “Another Journey” — entered the UK Singles Chart on February 8, 1975, reached No. 1, and charted for 9 weeks. Track Listing A: Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) B: Another Journey UK Variants 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI EMI 2263 – UK – 1975 7", Single, 45 RPM, Reissu

The single that finally gave Cockney Rebel their UK breakthrough — a glam‑era classic built on hooks, swagger, and Harley’s theatrical charm.

Disc, January 26, 1974. COCKNEY REBEL (EMI 2051). "Sebastian" This is a fine, outstandingly different single from a fine group. All concerned (including Steve Harley) were so amazed that it wasn't a hit they've decided to have a second try. Once you've heard it you'll know why-and hear it you undoubtedly will. Such a good single it deserves to be a monster hit. And as long as the Beeb don't ignore it, this could be the big break Cockney Re-bel have been waiting for. If they'r