This Disc Magazine news page from May 4 1974 captures the pulse of Britain’s pop scene, combining tour updates, artist announcements, and industry gossip under the banner “Disc News – The Best, First.” The lead story reports that The Sweet were forced to cancel the opening dates of their British tour after Brian Connolly fell ill, with rescheduled performances planned for later in the month. A large photograph of Connolly performing anchors the page, symbolizing the band’s

An upbeat, catchy pop-rock track from Mud’s early years, “Jumping Jehosaphat” captured the band’s playful energy and emerging style before their major glam rock breakthrough in the 1970s. Released on Philips Records, it helped build their profile despite not reaching the Top 30 RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Mud Label: Philips Date: June 26, 1970 Catalogue: 6006 022 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Jumping Jehosaphat” Written by: Mitch Murray, Peter Callander B-Side: “Wo

A bright, harmony‑driven pop single marking Mud’s early Philips era, Shangri‑La arrived with strong label support but failed to chart despite the band’s growing live reputation. Artist: Mud Title: Shangri‑La Release Date: 9 May 1969 (UK 7" release) Label: Philips Records Format: 7" Vinyl Catalogue Number: BF 1775 Country: United Kingdom Length: Approx. 6:40 (combined A/B sides) Shangri‑La was released by Mud on 9 May 1969 as their debut single for Philips Records, backed with