News feature on David Bowie’s upcoming British tour and new single, appearing in the “Rock” section of Melody Maker PUBLICATION: Date: June 9, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Rock News / Feature Title: David Bowie THE STORY The article discusses Bowie’s British tour dates, his rising international success, and teases a new single. It sits alongside a large illustrated advertisement for Paul Tapes / Faust Tapes and various other music news columns typical of ea

The July 15, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features a major article on Alice Cooper, examining the extreme theatrical lengths the band goes to in order to captivate a jaded American youth audience. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 15, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Concert Review / Feature THE STORY The review discusses how Alice Cooper uses shock tactics, including cheap wine, downers, and provocative stage antics, as part of a raunchy teenage sub-cult

A prominent and enthusiastic Melody Maker feature celebrating the arrival and impact of the Alice Cooper Group in the UK, highlighting their controversial reputation, theatrical live shows, and the release of the explosive new album "School's Out" during the height of their early breakthrough period in 1972. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Album & Singles Coverage THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This detailed feature m

A densely packed and highly informative Melody Maker "What's On" pull-out page from July 8, 1972, serving as the essential weekly gig guide for music fans, prominently featuring major upcoming concerts with David Bowie and Lou Reed alongside a wide array of other notable acts during the vibrant summer of the early glam and underground rock boom. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / Gig Guide THE STORY WHAT THE CLIP

A dynamic and eye-catching Melody Maker page from July 8, 1972, showcasing the Alice Cooper Group’s outrageous and theatrical shock-rock persona during their rapid rise, with striking photography and detailed commentary on their controversial live shows and growing impact on the British rock scene. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This prominent feature highlights the Alice Cooper Group’s macabre and provocative stage antics, their growing notoriety as one of the most shocki

A striking full-page Melody Maker feature celebrating David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust phenomenon, expressing gratitude to fans and capturing the electric excitement of his breakthrough live shows during the summer of 1972. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Full-Page Feature / Advert THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This dynamic page thanks fans for embracing Ziggy Stardust and celebrates the incredible audience reaction to Bowie’s liv

A vivid, multi-column Melody Maker feature on the Alice Cooper Group, exploring the contrast between their shocking, grotesque stage persona and the real personalities behind the theatrics during their explosive 1972 breakthrough. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 1, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Artist Profile THE STORY This detailed feature delves into the Alice Cooper Group’s outrageous live showmanship — including their use of dummies, violence, and t

A dynamic Melody Maker live review and photo feature capturing David Bowie in performance during his rapid rise in 1972, highlighting his charismatic stage presence and the growing excitement around his music and Ziggy Stardust persona. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 1, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Live Review / Caught In The Act THE STORY Michael Watts’ review describes a memorable David Bowie show, focusing on his magnetic performance, the theatrical elements

The June 24, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features an in-depth article on Lou Reed, covering his recent performances, views on music, and life as a key figure in the New York rock scene. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Music Scene / Feature THE STORY The piece includes a large portrait of Lou Reed and discusses his recent activities, opinions on the rock world, and reflections on his time with the Velvet Undergro

The June 24, 1972 issue of Melody Maker features a striking half-page advertisement for The Alice Cooper Show, promoting the last ever performance of Killer at Wembley on June 30th. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Advertising / Promotions (Half-page) THE STORY The advert announces Alice Cooper’s upcoming concert at Wembley, highlighting it as the final performance of the Killer show. It encourages fans to attend