Where the Glitter Began From grey Britain to a technicolour explosion – the story of how rock got fabulous. Glam rock didn’t just happen – it erupted in the UK at the start of the 1970s like a sequinned volcano, turning drab streets into catwalks and ordinary lads into peacocks. The Spark That Lit the Fuse The drab backdrop: Three-day weeks, power cuts, strikes, and post-war austerity still hanging in the air. Britain needed colour, escape, and a damn good kick up the backsid

The Glam-Stomp Kings of the 1970s Formed: 1966 in Carshalton, Surrey, England Classic line-up (1973–1976 peak): Les Gray – lead vocals Rob Davis – guitar Ray Stiles – bass Dave Mount – drums Style & Sound Pure Chinnichap bubblegum-glam: stomping drums, handclaps, infectious choruses, cheeky lyrics, and massive sing-along appeal. Mud were one of the most commercially successful British glam acts of the 1970s, scoring 15 Top 40 singles between 1973 and 1976, including three UK

Released: November 29, 1985 (UK) Label: EMI / RAK Records Catalogue Number: RAK 187 Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Reissue) Mud’s 1974 glam‑tearjerker Christmas No. 1 returns for the mid‑’80s festive market — backed with I Can’t Stand It. Reissued by EMI/RAK, this edition revived one of glam’s most enduring seasonal hits, complete with a Direct Metal Mastered pressing and multiple label/sleeve variants. 🔘 Overview Originally released in December 1974 and topping the UK charts, Lon

A late-era glam-rock single from Mud marking their first release on RCA Victor after leaving RAK. Released as the band shifted toward a more mature, folk-tinged sound, “Slow Talking Boy” showcased a departure from their earlier bubblegum hits while retaining Les Gray’s distinctive vocals. Issued in the UK on 29 April 1977, the single was taken from the album Rock On. 🔘 The Story Following a string of major successes with Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman on RAK Records, Mud signe

Released: January 21, 1977 (UK) Label: RAK Replay Catalogue Number: RR 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single A triple‑track glam‑era revival single — pairing three of Mud’s biggest hits on one RAK Replay release. Issued as part of RAK’s nostalgia‑driven Replay series, the single brought the band’s mid‑’70s chart‑toppers back into circulation. 🔘 Overview Tiger Feet / Oh Boy / Dyna‑mite was released on January 21, 1977 as a UK 7" single on RAK Replay. The release compiled three of Mud’s m

Publication: Record Mirror Date: April 19, 1975 A classic full-page advert for Mud’s sensational new single “Oh Boy”, taken from their forthcoming album *Mud Rock Vol 2*. The band are shown in full glam-rock pose inside a retro diner setting, complete with the playful “It’s Unusual” sign — perfectly capturing the fun, high-energy 1975 UK chart scene.

Publication: Record Mirror Date: April 19, 1975 Exact page as uploaded: the main headline story “OH BOY, IT’S DELAYED” reporting that advance order pressure has held up Mud’s new single, surrounded by the week’s other music news.

A vivid, full‑colour Music Star magazine cover from May 1974 featuring The Glitter Band in their signature glam attire. The issue’s design captures the exuberant pop culture of mid‑1970s Britain, with bold typography and saturated hues typical of the era’s teen‑press aesthetic. Writer: Music Star Editorial Team Artists: The Glitter Band, Marc Bolan,  David Bowie, Gary Glitter, Brian Connolly Date: May 1974 Length: 3 min read This Music Star cover showcases The Glitter Ban

🧾 Publication Details Disc Magazine (UK) Issue: May 4 1974 Cover Feature: Mud – Sweet New Album & Group! Photographer: Uncredited Price: 7p (UK) / 35¢ (USA) / 2.75 N.KR (Norway) Overview The Disc Magazine cover for May 4 1974 captures the exuberant spirit of Britain’s glam‑rock era. The headline story features Mud, photographed covered head‑to‑toe in stage‑mud for comic effect — a playful nod to their name and their theatrical performances. The band’s cheeky expressions and