The quiet guitar hero who shaped glam rock from the shadows — arranger, producer, and Bowie’s right‑hand lightning bolt. Mick Ronson (1946–1993) was the architect of glam’s golden age: a melodic guitar genius, orchestral arranger, and studio visionary whose fingerprints are all over the 1970s. From Ziggy Stardust to Transformer, Ronson’s sound defined an era.

A tender‑toned reinvention of a glam‑rock icon, framed through MainMan’s unmistakable visual lens.

A moment suspended between glam’s fading glitter and the raw honesty of reinvention — Hunter and Ronson walk forward together, unguarded and unafraid.

A bold visual push from RCA, presenting Ronson as a star ready to stand alone

A dramatic, guitar‑lit snapshot of Ronson’s 1975 resurgence — an artist reclaiming his spotlight with power and precision.

A secondary excerpt emphasising Ronson’s emergence as a solo force — a guitarist stepping confidently into the spotlight with a new album, a national tour, and a sound that carried the spirit of glam into 1975.

A February 22, 1975 Melody Maker advert promoting Mick Ronson’s Play Don’t Worry, highlighting his evolution as a solo artist following Slaughter on 10th Avenue and his tenure with Bowie.

Published February 22, 1975, this review of Play Don’t Worry critiques both the album’s music and its striking sleeve design. The writer frames Ronson as a gifted multi‑instrumentalist wrestling with identity, image, and the expectations left in the wake of Bowie’s Ziggy era.

A striking promotional advert showcasing Mick Ronson’s solo work during the mid-1970s, highlighting the release of "Play Don't Worry."

A detailed 1974 Circus Magazine feature on Mott the Hoople’s exciting new chapter as they recruited legendary guitarist Mick Ronson. The moment Mott the Hoople supercharged their sound with Bowie’s right-hand man. Circus Magazine Date: December 1, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Mott the Hoople recruit Mick Ronson as new guitarist • In-depth look at the band’s refreshed line-up and direction • Background on Ronson’s departure from Bowie and new collaborati