Singer, songwriter, and actor who has had a significant impact on the entertainment industry since the 1970s. Here's an overview of David Essex's career: Early Life: Born: July 23, 1947, in Plaistow, London, England, as David Albert Cook. Background: His father was an East End docker, and his mother was a self-taught pianist with Irish Traveller heritage. Musical Career: Early Career: Essex began his musical journey in the 1960s with bands like 'David Essex and the Mood Indig

A True Love Ways Winter’s Tale David Essex & Catherine Zeta Jones’s “True Love Ways” was released as a 7-inch vinyl single, limited edition with poster, CD maxi-single, and two cassette variants in the UK on November 14, 1994, on PolyGram TV (catalogue: TLW 7 / 851 118-7). Backed with David Essex’s “A Winter’s Tale,” this romantic Buddy Holly cover (Holly/Petty) and festive Mike Batt/Tim Rice ballad, both produced by Jeff Wayne (A) and Mike Batt (B), were issued to promote Es

A Pop-Rock Pedal Push David Essex’s “On My Bike” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 17, 1980, on Mercury Records (catalogue: MER 47). Backed with “Swim Against The Flow,” this upbeat rock ‘n’ roll track, written and produced by David Essex, both tracks were taken from the album Hot Love . The A-side’s playful ode to biking freedom reflected Essex’s knack for catchy, relatable themes, but it failed to chart, signaling his commercial decline. Housed in a pi

David Essex’s “Brave New World” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 6, 1978, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 6705)....

David Essex’s "Oh What a Circus"  backed with "High Flying, Adored" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Mercury Records...

David Essex’s "Cool Out Tonight"  backed with "Yesterday in L.A." , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by CBS Records...

A Street-Soul Soft Rock Whisper Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 26, 1976, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 4842), David Essex’s “Ooh, Love” was a tender soft-rock ballad from Out On The Street . Backed with “The City,” both written by Essex and produced/arranged by Jeff Wayne for Ollie Record Productions, it did not chart in the UK. Issued in standard, promo, and Australian variants, it’s a warm ‘70s Essex moment. Single Overview Release Details Labe

David Essex’s Out On The Street  was released as an LP album in the UK by CBS Records (catalog number S 86017) in September 1976, marking his fourth studio album. Commercial Performance: The album entered the UK chart on week October 24-30, 1976 at number 41 as part of a 7-week run, peaking at number 31, a significant drop from the #2 peak of David Essex (1974) and #7 for All the Fun of the Fair (1975). It charted for a shorter period, reflecting a cooling of Essex’s commerci

Essex's Funfair Waltz David Essex’s “If I Could” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 14, 1975, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 3776). Backed with “Funfair,” this wistful ballad, written by David Essex, was produced/arranged/directed by Jeff Wayne for Jeff Wayne Music (Productions) Limited. Both tracks from All The Fun Of The Fair (S 69160), the A-side’s tender melody and fairground charm peaked at No. 13 on the UK Singles Chart for 8 weeks. Lacquer cut by

David Essex’s All The Fun Of The Fair  was released as an LP album in the UK by CBS Records (catalog number S 69160) on September 12,...

David Essex’s "Hold Me Close"  backed with "Good Ol' Rock and Roll (Live Version)" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by...

A Glam Film Theme Stardust Sparkle Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 29, 1974, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 2828 / 2828), David Essex’s “Stardust” was the theme from the film Stardust (sequel to That'll Be The Day ). Backed with “Miss Sweetness,” both written by David Essex and produced/arranged/orchestrated by Jeff Wayne for Jeff Wayne Music, this glam-pop anthem peaked at No. 7 on the Official Singles Chart for 10 weeks. Lacquer cut by ARUN at Ast

David Essex’s David Essex  was released as an LP album in the UK by CBS Records (catalog number S 69088) on September 20, 1974. The album...

David Essex’s "Gonna Make You a Star"  backed with "Window" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by CBS Records (catalog...

Essex's Moody Moonlight Hit David Essex’s “Lamplight” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 2, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: SCBS1902). Backed with “We All Insane,” this haunting glam-pop ballad, written by David Essex, was the second single from his debut album Rock On. Produced by Jeff Wayne, the A-side’s dreamy melody, Essex’s emotive vocals, and orchestral swells peaked at No. 7 for two weeks on the UK Singles Chart remaining for for 15 weeks. UK Vari

A Glam-Pop Debut Triumph David Essex’s Rock On LP, was released in the UK on November 2, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: S 65823). This 11-track debut studio album introduced Essex’s blend of glam rock, pop, and theatrical flair, featuring the iconic title track. Produced, arranged and conducted by Jeff Wayne, it showcased Essex’s charismatic vocals and songwriting, peaking at No. 7 on the UK Albums Chart for 12 weeks. It launched Essex’s solo stardom after That’ll Be the Da

David Cassidy’s "Rock Me Baby" , a one-page album review in New Musical Express , January 27, 1973.

David Essex’s "The Day The Earth Stood Still"  backed with "Is It So Strange?" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Decca...

A Youthful Pop Prelude David Essex’s “Just For Tonight” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 25, 1968, on Pye Records (catalogue: 7N 17621). Single Overview 7" Vinyl Single Commercial Country: UK Label: Pye Records – 7N.17621 Format: Vinyl, 7" A1 Just For Tonight (B. Mason, T. Macaulay) B1 Goodbye C. (Westlake, D. Most) 7" Vinyl Single Promo Country: UK Label: Pye Records – 7N.17621 Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo A1 Just For Tonight (B. Mason, T