Where the Glitter Began From grey Britain to a technicolour explosion – the story of how rock got fabulous. Glam rock didn’t just happen – it erupted in the UK at the start of the 1970s like a sequinned volcano, turning drab streets into catwalks and ordinary lads into peacocks. The Spark That Lit the Fuse The drab backdrop: Three-day weeks, power cuts, strikes, and post-war austerity still hanging in the air. Britain needed colour, escape, and a damn good kick up the backsid

Studio and live releases listed in chronological order from 1973 to 2013.

Singles listed in chronological order from 1990 to 2015.

Singles listed in chronological order from 1978 - 1989

Singles listed in chronological order from 1973 - 1977

A sleek, cinematic single that raced into the UK Top 5 and defined David Essex’s 1980.

The album showcases Essex’s versatility as a songwriter and producer. Much of the material was written by Essex himself, with production duties shared between Essex, Christopher Neil and Mike Batt.

Imperial Wizard entered the UK Singles Chart on March 3, 1979. It remained on the chart for eight weeks and peaked at number 32, giving Essex another solid hit during a transitional phase in his career.

David Essex’s atmospheric 1976 single City Lights, produced by Jeff Wayne, peaked at No. 24 in the UK.

Look-In Magazine , January 24, 1976: Featuring David Essex on the cover