A pair of heartfelt letters remind readers that even guitar heroes need room to grow — and that Ronson’s first steps as a solo artist deserved encouragement, not condemnation.

A glam‑era icon steps forward with a tender, unexpected single — and a full‑page advert to match.

A confident, wide‑ranging debut that shows Ronson stepping out from Bowie’s shadow with style, power, and surprising versatility.

A striking black‑and‑white advert celebrating Mick Ronson’s sold‑out Rainbow concerts, paired with promotion for his new single “Love Me Tender” and his debut album Slaughter on 10th Avenue.

A February 2, 1974 Sounds report confirming Mick Ronson’s debut solo shows at London’s Rainbow Theatre and the planned mid‑March release of his first solo album, Slaughter on 10th Avenue.

Mick Ronson's One-Page Article News in Sounds, February 2, 1974.

Mick Ronson’s "Ronson Prepares" , a one-page article in Circus Magazine , February 1, 1974.

Mick Ronson’s "Free Ronson" , a one-page article in Music Star , February 1, 1974.

Ronson's Solo Guitar Showcase Tease Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page preview article covered Mick Ronson’s debut solo album Slaughter on 10th Avenue. The piece highlighted Ronson’s emergence as a lead artist after his iconic role as David Bowie’s guitarist in the Spiders from Mars, emphasizing his technical brilliance, melodic guitar work, and the album’s blend of rock, instrumental flair, and glam energy. It built anticipation for the record’

The Tender That Hit Disc Magazine Published in the UK on January 26, 1974, Disc magazine’s one-page advert promoted Mick Ronson’s single “Love Me Tender” — his soulful cover of the Elvis Presley classic, released as the lead track from Slaughter on 10th Avenue during his post-Spiders from Mars solo phase. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Disc (UK). Date: January 26, 1974. Format: One-page single advert. Legacy This advert captures Mick Ronson in early 1974 — tran