Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: August 5, 1972 “BECK’S NEW BAND” + “ROD STEWART on his new album” Release Date: August 5, 1972 Label: NME Country: United Kingdom Dual focus on two major figures of British rock on the front cover. Jeff Beck’s new band featuring ex-Fudge members (Max Middleton, Carmine Appice, Tim Bogert) is prominently featured with an exclusive interview. Rod Stewart appears in a large photo promoting his new solo album, continuing his successfu

You Wear It Well was written by Rod Stewart and Martin Quittenton and performed by Stewart. It has been viewed as an arrangement of Maggie May, one of Stewart’s hits from the previous year. Stewart recorded the track for the 1972 album Never a Dull Moment and issued it as a single in August 1972. The song became an international success, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart. In the United States it peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. Upon its release, Record

This Record Mirror feature from July 1972, titled “The Trip That Changed My Life,” presents Mike D’Abo’s reflective interview about his search for identity and creative renewal. Written by Richard Green, the article explores how D’Abo’s experiences abroad and his evolving musical philosophy shaped his outlook on fame, artistry, and self‑expression. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The article opens with D’Abo’s recollection o

The July 1972 issue of German magazine Bravo names Rod Stewart as Star des Monats Juli and features a large colour poster of him performing in a leopard-print suit. Publication: Bravo Date: July 1972 Country: Germany The poster shows Rod Stewart singing into a microphone, wearing an open leopard-print jacket and matching trousers with a black shirt. Below the main image is a full calendar for Juli 1972 listing birthdays of various artists including Leslie Crow, Graham Bonney,

A striking front page from Sounds dated July 15 1972, highlighting festival cancellations and featuring Paul McCartney performing in France, alongside a banner for Noddy Holder of Slade. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Cover Title: Trouble for Festivals THE STORY This cover captures the tension surrounding Britain's summer festival circuit in 1972. The headline "Trouble for Festivals..." refers to the cancellation

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Page 8 – Feature Title: Faces in Philly Writer: Peter Burton This exclusive Sounds report covers The Faces live at the Spectrum Auditorium, Philadelphia. The article opens with scenes from the Marriott Motor Inn, where fans gathered hoping to spot Rod Stewart and the band before the show. The tone is lively and descriptive, capturing the excitement surrounding the group’s American

A gritty, outspoken feature from Sounds dated July 15 1972, spotlighting Long John Baldry in conversation with Steve Peacock. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Feature + Advertisement Page Title: Baldry: Still Savaging That Rat THE STORY This Sounds feature captures Long John Baldry's unfiltered voice during a period of transition in British rock. Written by Steve Peacock, the article mixes humour and provocation

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sounds Music Paper Date: July 15 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Page 2 – News Title: Stewart Album Soon / 'Slider' Out Next Week This Sounds news page combines several short reports from mid‑July 1972, highlighting upcoming releases and live events in the British rock scene. The lead item announces Rod Stewart’s forthcoming album Never A Dull Moment, due for release within four weeks. The article lists tracks including Angel, You Wear It Well, a

A full‑page Philips Records advertisement celebrating Rod Stewart achieving the remarkable feat of holding both the UK No.1 album and No.1 single positions simultaneously, reflecting his rapid rise to the very top of British popular music in 1971. Publication: Melody Maker Publication Date: October 9, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This striking full‑page advertisement from Philips Records features a large black‑and‑white performance photograph of Rod Stewart holding a micropho

Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 3, 1971 Every Picture Tells A Story “ROD: a ton of genius...” Highly enthusiastic album review of Rod Stewart’s latest solo record, praising it as a masterpiece. The reviewer hails Rod Stewart’s work as touched by “some magical touch” and calls the album a real stunner. It highlights tracks like “Every Picture Tells A Story” (Mercury) and praises Stewart’s ability to blend styles with genius-level songwriting and performance. The review ce