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Mott the Hoople (May 25, 1974) Music Star Pull-Out Poster
A full-page pull-out poster from Music Star magazine dated May 25, 1974, featuring glam rock legends Mott the Hoople. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music Star Date: May 25, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Pull-Out Poster THE STORY This striking poster showcases the classic early 1974 lineup of Mott the Hoople: Ian Hunter (with signature shades and curly hair), Ariel Bender, Verden Allen, Overend Watts, and Dale “Buffin” Griffin. The image captures the band at the

Mott The Hoople
May 25, 19742 min read


Music Star (May 1974) Cover Feature – The Glitter Bugs and Marc Bolan
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.

Mud
May 11, 19742 min read


Suzi Who? (May 4 1974) Music Star– Cover:
This Music Star cover from May 4 1974 captures the bright, playful energy of mid‑’70s teen‑pop culture. The issue features a smiling portrait of a young woman in close‑up, surrounded by bold, candy‑colored typography typical of the magazine’s exuberant design style.

Suzi Quatro
May 4, 19741 min read


Wizzard (April 1974) “Wizzard who lives in the Wood” – Music Star (UK)
This warm and eccentric 1974 feature paints an affectionate portrait of Roy Wood and his band Wizzard, capturing their colourful chaos, musical versatility, and Roy’s restless creativity at the height of their glam rock success. Publication: Music Star Date: April 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Artist Profile Title: Wizzard who lives in the Wood THE STORY The article presents Roy Wood as a multi-talented, hard-to-categorise artist leading Wizzard — a

Wizzard
Apr 1, 19742 min read


Marc Bolan (June 16, 1973) “What Moves Marc?” – Feature – Music Star (UK)
Fun, light-hearted feature asking Marc Bolan what turns him on and off, including his personal tastes, dislikes, and a poem written by Bolan himself. PUBLICATION: Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Title: WHAT MOVES MARC? THE STORY The article explores Marc Bolan’s likes (movies, cartoons, Rod Steiger, learning, Magpie) and dislikes (inconsiderate people, telephones). It also includes a special poem written by Bolan titled “A Poem From Marc T

Marc Bolan
Jun 16, 19732 min read


David Cassidy (June 16, 1973) – Music Star
A bright full-colour page in the June 16, 1973 issue of Music Star magazine showcases teen idol David Cassidy in a smiling close-up portrait. Publication: Music Star Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Pin-up Feature THE STORY The page features a large, vibrant portrait of David Cassidy with his signature shaggy hairstyle, smiling warmly at the camera. The “Music Star” logo appears at the top with the name “DAVID” prominently displayed. CONTE

David Cassidy
Jun 16, 19731 min read


Dave Hill (Slade) (June 16, 1973) – Music Star Centrespread
A vibrant full-colour centrespread in the June 16, 1973 issue of Music Star magazine features Slade guitarist Dave Hill in a playful and flamboyant pose. Publication: Music Star Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Centrespread / Pin-up Feature THE STORY The large photo shows Dave Hill smiling directly at the camera, pointing both index fingers forward, wearing a large purple and yellow hat, a denim and white jacket with patches (“HILL” and “C

Slade
Jun 16, 19731 min read


David Bowie (June 16, 1973) Music Star – A Lad Insane?
A striking full-colour page feature in the June 16, 1973 issue of Music Star magazine questions “A Lad Insane?” with a dynamic cut-out image of David Bowie in his Ziggy Stardust-era print stage costume. Publication: Music Star Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature THE STORY The image showcases David Bowie in a flamboyant pose against a repeated film-strip background of his face, with the bold headline “A LAD INSANE?” in bright orange le

David Bowie
Jun 16, 19731 min read


Marc Bolan (12 May 1973) Music Star – Cover Feature
A full‑colour cover from Music Star dated May 12 1973 featuring Marc Bolan in close‑up. The magazine’s bright pop‑art design typifies early‑1970s teen culture, with layered orange‑yellow typography and playful starburst captions. Bolan’s image dominates the page, reflecting his status as one of Britain’s most recognisable pop figures of the glam era.

T.Rex
May 12, 19732 min read
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