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David Bowie (June 8, 1974) “Sensation: Bowie’s plans revealed...” – NME UK
David Bowie’s upcoming stage fashion direction for the Diamond Dogs era — moving away from the extravagant Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane looks toward sophisticated, well-tailored French and Italian suits, marking a major sartorial shift. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: News / Feature page (front section) Title: Sensation: Bowie’s new sartorial plans revealed... THE STORY The article, written by Lisa Robinson
David Bowie
Jun 7, 1974
David Cassidy (October 28, 1972) – “Cassidy Tour” Cover - New Musical Express
The October 28, 1972 issue of New Musical Express places David Cassidy at the centre of its front-page promotion with the huge headline “CASSIDY TOUR.” A large black-and-white portrait dominates the cover, accompanying news that Cassidy had signed for a major British concert tour. The same front page also promotes a special 20-year chart souvenir and carries additional news concerning King Crimson, Jeff Beck and Slade. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 28,
David Cassidy
Oct 27, 1972
Alice Cooper Group (November 10, 1972) – Glasgow Green's Playhouse Concert Advert - New Musical Express (October 21, 1972)
This striking full-page New Musical Express advertisement promoted Alice Cooper Group's forthcoming Scottish appearance at Green's Playhouse in Glasgow. Using a dramatic close-up image of a traditional sporran rather than a photograph of the band, the advert created a uniquely Scottish visual identity for what was promoted as “Alice In Scotland.” Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 21, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Published under the headline “ALICE IN SCOTLA
Alice Cooper Group
Oct 20, 1972
Lou Reed (October 14, 1972) – “The Stones, Bowie, Roxy And Mott... And What They Owe To The Inspiration Of This One Man” Feature – New Musical Express.
NME examines the growing influence of Lou Reed on a new generation of rock performers, arguing that artists such as David Bowie, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople and even The Rolling Stones had absorbed ideas first explored by Reed and The Velvet Underground. Published shortly after Reed's solo resurgence, the feature presents him as one of the most important yet underappreciated figures in contemporary music. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Cou
David Bowie
Oct 13, 1972
Slade (October 14, 1972) – “This Is America” Feature – New Musical Express.
Fresh from their first American visit, Slade report back to New Musical Express on the realities of breaking the United States. While enjoying major success at home, the band discuss cancelled television appearances, touring opportunities and the challenges of establishing themselves in a vast new market. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Under the headline “This Is America”, NME follows Jim Sm
Slade
Oct 13, 1972
Alice Cooper Group (October 14, 1972) – “Politics And Bloodlust” Feature – New Musical Express.
Fresh from the success of School's Out, Alice Cooper sits down with New Musical Express to discuss shock rock, violence, stage theatrics and the public misconceptions surrounding one of the most controversial acts of the early 1970s. The result is a candid interview that reveals a thoughtful performer behind the horror‑show image. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Written by Roy Carr, thi
Alice Cooper Group
Oct 13, 1972
Alex Harvey (October 7, 1972) – “Back Again: Free NME Marquee Gigs” Advertisement - New Musical Express
This NME promotional page advertises the return of the magazine's free Marquee Club concerts. The feature announces an upcoming appearance by Alex Harvey while also promoting tour-date information for a number of major touring acts featured within the publication's weekly gig guide section. Publication: New Musical Express Date: October 7, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full-page NME promotional advertisement forms part of the publication's "What's On" pull-out and serves
SAHB
Oct 6, 1972
Faces (September 23, 1972) – “Faces: ‘Like a Nuremburg rally’” - New Musical Express
This live review examines a Faces concert and the remarkable audience reaction surrounding the band. Written by ED Christian, the article focuses on the scale of the crowd response and the atmosphere generated by Faces during a period when the group were one of Britain's most popular live attractions. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 23, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article, headlined “Faces: ‘Like a Nuremburg rally’”, is presented as a concert revie
Faces
Sep 22, 1972
David Bowie / Slade (August 5, 1972) – Concert Advertisement – New Musical Express
The 5 August 1972 issue of New Musical Express carries a concert advertisement listing David Bowie among the forthcoming attractions at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 5, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The advert, presented by Mel Bush, announces a series of Thursday and Friday dates at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. David Bowie is listed for Thursday, August 31st, with tickets priced at £1.00 advance and £1.10 on the door.
David Bowie
Aug 4, 1972
Lou Reed (August 5, 1972) – “Walk And Talk It” Single Review – New Musical Express
The 5 August 1972 issue of New Musical Express includes a short review of Lou Reed’s single “Walk And Talk It,” accompanied by a cartoon illustration. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 5, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The piece opens with a cartoon of a top-hatted figure and quotes a reminiscence about Lou Reed from an old broadcast. It then comments that good old Lou is “kinda like David Bowie, Roxy Music and all that crap. Really into the ’fifties and rock music.
Lou Reed
Aug 4, 1972
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