The June 24, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features an early major profile on Roxy Music titled “Roxy: they’ve only just begun”, celebrating the band’s distinctive art-rock style and their rapid rise with their debut album Roxy Music. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Major interior feature THE STORY The article praises Roxy Music’s innovative blend of glam, art rock, and retro influences, highlighting Bryan Ferry’s

Promotional newspaper advertisement for David Bowie’s concert at the Greyhound in Croydon, supported by Roxy Music. PUBLICATION: Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Gig Advertisement Title: DAVID BOWIE at GREYHOUND THE STORY Large bold advert for David Bowie (with the Spiders from Mars) performing on Sunday, June 25, 1972 at the Greyhound, Park Lane, Croydon, with support from Roxy Music and DJ Rick Hawkins CONTEXT AND NOTES This advert promoted a key

The June 24, 1972 issue of Melody Maker features a prominent announcement that The Move have released a new single under the name of the Electric Light Orchestra, titled “10538 Overture”, as the official follow-up to their Top Ten hit “California Man”. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Singles Feature THE STORY The piece explains that the single is credited to the Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), a new projec

The June 24, 1972 issue of Melody Maker features Slade guitarist Dave Hill as the guest reviewer in the popular “Blind Date” singles review column. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Blind Date / Singles Reviews (Page 36) THE STORY Dave Hill gives his honest opinions on a selection of new singles, including tracks by Free (“Catch A Train”), The Beach Boys (“Alone”), Roxy Music (“Re-make/Re-model”), The Who (“Join To

Melody Maker’s June 17, 1972 issue features a block of concert advertisements from Friars venue promoters highlighting upcoming shows with Genesis, David Bowie with the Spiders from Mars, Plainsong, and more. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London, England Section: Music Advertising / Gig Guide THE STORY This page is a collection of paid concert advertisements for June 1972 shows promoted by Friars. Key listings include: Genesis

A striking full-page promotional advertisement in Melody Maker for David Bowie’s single “Starman” and his forthcoming album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, featuring the iconic Ziggy Stardust illustration. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: DAVID BOWIE THE STORY This classic ad promotes the single “Starman” while heavily teasing the upcoming concept album and th

A feature article in Melody Maker focusing on Ron Wood’s burgeoning interest in filmmaking, alongside his role as guitarist in The Faces. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 2, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Title: RON WOOD MOVIE MAKER THE STORY The piece explores Ron Wood’s creative ventures beyond music, particularly his passion for making films and home movies. It includes a large portrait of a smiling Ron Wood and discusses his artistic side during

This Melody Maker issue from September 4 1971 spotlights the headline “Rock Giants to Aid Bangla Desh,” reporting on the growing wave of charity concerts inspired by George Harrison’s landmark Concert for Bangla Desh. The front page captures the spirit of early‑1970s rock activism, with a large photograph of The Faces performing at the Weeley Festival. Publication: Melody Maker Date: 4 September 1971 Country: United Kingdom The lead article by Chris Charlesworth announces t

Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 3, 1971 Every Picture Tells A Story “ROD: a ton of genius...” Highly enthusiastic album review of Rod Stewart’s latest solo record, praising it as a masterpiece. The reviewer hails Rod Stewart’s work as touched by “some magical touch” and calls the album a real stunner. It highlights tracks like “Every Picture Tells A Story” (Mercury) and praises Stewart’s ability to blend styles with genius-level songwriting and performance. The review ce

The June 19, 1971 edition of Melody Maker features a profile on Peter Noone (formerly of Herman’s Hermits) as he launches his solo career with the single “Oh You Pretty Things”, written by David Bowie. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 19, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Artist Feature THE STORY The article follows Peter Noone’s transition from teen idol to solo artist. It discusses his new single, songwriting collaborations (including with Bowie), a