Established in 1972 in London by singer-songwriter Steve Harley, who had previously been involved in the folk scene and journalism, formed Cockney Rebel in the early 1970s. The original lineup included Harley, Jean-Paul Crocker (fiddle/mandolin), Stuart Elliott (drums), Paul Jeffreys (bass), and Nick Jones (guitar), later replaced by Pete Newnham. First Gig: One of their first major performances was supporting the Jeff Beck Group at the Roundhouse in London in 1973. Debut Alb

Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel’s Steve Harley Explains...or Almost , a cover and three-page feature in More Magazine (Belgium) , October 1,...

News desk, one page, New Musical Express, February 1, 1975. Alice for July gigs ALICE COOPER is to tour Britain this summer, it was officially announced this week. He will play at least five venues in this country, as part of a full European tour. It will be his first British visit for over 18 months, and the first to feature him as a solo performer. Alice will be bringing his cur-rent U.S. road show a massive multi-media touring outfit which features special lighting, costum

Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel’s "Steve Harley Brightest Hope(Runner-Up)" , a two-page 1974 Pop Poll feature in Melody Maker , September...

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

Steve Harley’s theatrical rebels unleash 1974’s sound – today! one-page review titled “A New Band Sounds Like 1974” in Record Mirror, November 17, 1973.

Cockney Rebel’s "Sebastian" , a one-page advert in Melody Maker , October 13, 1973.