A detailed and thoughtful New Musical Express concert review of David Bowie’s performance at London’s Earl’s Court in 1978, offering an in-depth assessment of his powerful stage presence, the strength of his current band, and the evolving sound of his late-1970s era following the success of albums like Low and Heroes. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Review / Live Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Nick

The June 26, 1976 cover of New Musical Express features Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music with the intriguing headline “ROXY A trial separation?”, amid rumours of tension within the band. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY This striking cover shows Bryan Ferry in a contemplative pose, photographed by Pennie Smith. The headline refers to growing speculation about a possible split or “trial

The June 26, 1976 issue of New Musical Express features an extensive photo and interview spread with Rod Stewart titled “It’s My Party ... And I’ll Pose If I Want To ...”, showcasing the rock star in various glamorous and candid poses. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Major interior feature (Pages 18–19) THE STORY This multi-page feature includes striking black & white photographs by Pennie Smith of R

A reader’s letter published in New Musical Express reacting to David Bowie’s shift into soul music with Young Americans, questioning the authenticity of the “soul” trend in 1975 British rock press. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 28, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Letters / Correspondence Page Title: This isn’t soul music, this is … a going concern THE STORY The letter by Andrew Dean from Stoke-on-Trent criticizes the sudden wave o

reader questions, opinions, and music scene commentary, including references to David Bowie and the broader 1974 rock landscape. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Letters / Reader column Title: GASBAG THE STORY This page features the NME reader column “GASBAG,” packed with letters from fans and responses covering various topics in the 1974 music scene. The layout includes a prominent black-and-white photograph o

A sensational and highly detailed New Musical Express feature capturing the chaotic, theatrical, and controversial spectacle of the Alice Cooper Group’s performance at Wembley, vividly describing their outrageous stage antics, the shocked audience reactions, and the band’s growing reputation as one of the most shocking and entertaining acts in rock during the summer of 1972. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Major Featu

A bold full-page concert advertisement in the New Musical Express “What’s On Pull-Out” promoting a major outdoor festival at Nottingham’s Forest Recreation Ground on Saturday 22nd July 1972, headlined by The Faces with a strong supporting bill. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This large advert announces a significant summer festival presented

A highly anticipated and eye-catching NME "What's On Pull-Out" page speculating on the possibility of Lou Reed joining David Bowie on stage, capturing the excitement and buzz surrounding two of the most influential figures in early 1970s rock during a pivotal summer for both artists. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / News & Preview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This pull-out page creates huge an