This Melody Maker feature from July 1972 introduces the New York Dolls to British readers with a mix of fascination and shock. Roy Hollingworth’s report from New York captures the band’s raw charisma and chaotic energy, describing them as “the best rock and roll band in the world” — whether audiences were ready to believe it or not. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 22 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article opens with Hollingworth’s declaration that the Dolls demand at

This bold full‑page Melody Maker advertisement from July 1972 announces the arrival of Rod Stewart’s new album Never a Dull Moment, released on July 21. The design’s striking diagonal typography and minimal layout reflect the confident simplicity of Stewart’s early‑’70s success, following the massive acclaim of Every Picture Tells a Story. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 22 1972 Country: United Kingdom The advert features only the phrase “Never a dull moment from the 2

This Melody Maker advertisement from July 1971 promotes Rod Stewart’s landmark album Every Picture Tells a Story on Mercury Records. The full‑page spread celebrates the record’s critical acclaim, quoting glowing reviews from major music publications that hailed it as one of the finest rock releases of the year. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 31 1971 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement features a grainy monochrome photograph of Rod Stewart mid‑performance, microp

This Melody Maker front cover from July 1971 captures Rod Stewart mid‑performance, microphone in hand, as his solo career surges alongside his work with The Faces. The headline “Two‑Faced!” plays on his dual success — both as a band frontman and as a solo artist — while celebrating the chart rise of Every Picture Tells a Story. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 24 1971 Country: United Kingdom The cover story highlights Stewart’s third solo album Every Picture Tells a Sto

This Melody Maker advertisement, published on Saturday, July 18, 1970, promotes a live performance by David Bowie and Aquila at The Fickle‑Pickle Club, located in The Cricketers Inn, London Road,  Southend. The event took place on Friday, July 17, with lighting provided by Colored Rain. Publication: Melody Maker (London, England) Date: July 18 1970 Country: United Kingdom Title: Aquila + David Bowie  The advert also notes that Status Quo were scheduled to appear the followin

This short Melody Maker single review from July 1967 captures a moment of early recognition for Scottish musician Alex Harvey, assessing his Decca release The Sunday Song with a mix of curiosity and restraint. The reviewer praises its lively rhythm and “nice sounds,” yet doubts its commercial potential — a snapshot of Harvey’s pre‑Sensational  Alex  Harvey  Band years. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 22 1967 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The review describes The