In a fun and revealing TikTok, members of The Last Dinner Party were asked: “One album you could listen to non-stop?” The band enthusiastically pointed to David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs (1974) as a record they could play on repeat forever. This choice makes perfect sense — The Last Dinner Party’s dramatic, theatrical, and glamorous style draws heavy inspiration from Bowie’s glam-rock peak, particularly the dystopian, raw energy of the Diamond Dogs era (including the famous “Diamo

(The Guitar Hero of Glam) Mick Ronson (born Michael Ronson, May 26, 1946 – April 29, 1993) was an English guitarist, songwriter, producer, and arranger. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential guitarists of the glam rock era, he is best known for his groundbreaking work as David Bowie’s musical director and lead guitarist during the Ziggy Stardust period. His melodic, powerful, and theatrical playing style helped define the sound of 1970s rock. EARLY LIFE

Rod Stewart (born Roderick David Stewart, January 10, 1945) is a legendary British singer, songwriter, and record producer. With his raspy, soulful voice, charismatic stage presence, and eclectic musical style, he has enjoyed one of the longest and most successful careers in popular music. From folk and blues to glam rock, disco, and standards, Rod Stewart has sold over 250 million records worldwide and remains a beloved icon across generations. EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNING

Elton John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, March 25, 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. One of the most successful and enduring artists in popular music history, he has sold over 300 million records worldwide. Famous for his powerful piano playing, flamboyant stage costumes, and legendary songwriting partnership with Bernie Taupin, Elton John has dominated pop, rock, and ballad genres for more than five decades EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born i

Suzi Quatro (born Susan Kay Quatro, June 3, 1950) is an American singer, bassist, songwriter, and actress. A pioneering female rock star, she rose to fame in the 1970s as one of the leading figures of glam rock. Known for her leather jumpsuits, powerful bass playing, and fiery stage presence, Suzi Quatro broke barriers as a woman fronting a hard-rocking band in a male-dominated industry. EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born in Detroit, Michigan, into a musical family, Suzi be

Alvin Stardust (born Bernard William Jewry, September 27, 1942 – October 23, 2014) was an English singer, musician, and actor. A major star of the 1970s glam rock era, he was known for his charismatic stage presence, black leather outfits, quiff hairstyle, and energetic rock ‘n’ roll revival sound. With his larger-than-life persona and string of hit singles, Alvin Stardust became one of Britain’s most colourful and successful glam artists. EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born

Roy Wood (born Ulysses Adrian Wood, November 8, 1946) is an English singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. A true visionary of British rock, he co-founded The Move, Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), and Wizzard, leaving an indelible mark on 1960s and 1970s pop, rock, and glam. Known for his wild hair, theatrical style, and genre-blending creativity, Roy Wood is one of the most inventive figures in British music history. EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born in

The Glitter Band are a British glam rock band formed in 1973, originally as Gary Glitter’s backing band (initially called The Glittermen). They quickly became a successful act in their own right, known for their high-energy “stomp” sound, glittery stage outfits, saxophone-driven hooks, and catchy sing-along choruses. While tied to the Gary Glitter brand in the early days, they carved out their own identity with a string of UK hit singles in the mid-1970s. CLASSIC LINEUP (mid-

The New York Dolls were an American rock band formed in New York City in 1971. With their outrageous androgynous fashion, raw garage-rock energy, and street-tough attitude, they became one of the most influential proto-punk bands of all time. Though they only released two studio albums in their original run, their chaotic live shows and unpolished glam sound directly inspired the punk rock explosion of the mid-1970s (especially the Sex Pistols and The Ramones) CLASSIC LINEUP

(The Eccentric Brothers of Witty Pop) Sparks is an American rock/pop band formed in Los Angeles in 1971, consisting primarily of the brothers Ron Mael (keyboards, songwriter) and Russell Mael (vocals). Known for their sharp, intelligent lyrics, theatrical style, genre-hopping sound, and striking visual contrast (Russell’s energetic falsetto performances vs. Ron’s deadpan, mustache-and-suit demeanor), Sparks have enjoyed one of the longest and most influential careers in music