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NME (June 15, 1974) “News Desk” Page – Faces, Sparks, Mott & More
The June 15, 1974 issue of NME features a packed News Desk page with major updates on The Faces with Rod Stewart, Sparks, Mott the Hoople, and the announcement of Knebworth Festival headliners. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News Desk (Page 3) THE STORY The page covers multiple breaking stories: The Faces with Rod Stewart headlining the Buxton Festival on July 6, Sparks’ rising success and upcoming

Faces
Jun 15, 1974


Rod Stewart (June 8, 1974) “Ooze This???? Geezer Fink?? EE Is???????” - Disc UK
Playful full-page feature in Disc magazine exploring 1970s glam rock lookalike culture, focusing on Les Green frequently being mistaken for Rod Stewart due to his hairstyle, fashion, and stage image. PUBLICATION: Date: June 8, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Page: 13 Title: OOZE THIS?????? GEEZER FINK????? EE IS???????? THE STORY The article highlights how fans and the public often confused Les Green with Rod Stewart. It includes quotes from Les Green reflecting on

Rod Stewart
Jun 8, 1974


Hard Up Heroes (May 4. 1974) 2 Page Feature & Review - NME
This two‑page NME feature, written by Roy Carr and Charles Shaar Murray, serves as both a retrospective and a promotional

David Bowie
May 4, 1974


Rod Stewart (August 11, 1973) – “Sing It Again Rod” Album Advertisement – Melody Maker
The 11 August 1973 issue of Melody Maker carries a full-page advertisement for Rod Stewart’s album Sing It Again Rod. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 11, 1973 Country: United Kingdom The advert features a large black-and-white photograph of Rod Stewart’s face reflected in a glass of ice cubes, with the headline “SING IT AGAIN ROD” and the banner “IN YOUR SHOPS NOW.” A track listing appears below, including “Reason To Believe,” “You Wear It Well,” “Mandolin Wind,” “Coun

Rod Stewart
Aug 11, 1973


Rod Stewart (10 August 1973) – Sing It Again Rod Album
Sing It Again Rod is the first compilation album by Rod Stewart released in 1973. The album is notable for its Peter Corriston‑designed die‑cut album sleeve (shaped like an old‑fashioned glass, through which a smiling Stewart can be seen). These photos were from a great show – a typical Faces show with many wine bottles left behind in the dressing rooms. Photographer Steve Azzara lied his way into a backstage pass, shot the photos, then went to work the midnight shift in a ph

Rod Stewart
Aug 10, 1973


Rod Stewart (August 1973) – “...But, Baby, Look at You Now!” Photo Feature – Show
The August 1973 issue of Show magazine features Rod Stewart in a photo spread titled “...But, Baby, Look at You Now! Rock Stars of the ’60s Restyle Themselves for the ’70s.” Publication: Show Date: August 1973 Country: United States The page presents a large colour photograph of Rod Stewart in a yellow jacket and patterned shirt, holding a drink, alongside a smaller black-and-white performance shot. The accompanying caption notes that Stewart moved from an early folk stage in

Rod Stewart
Aug 1, 1973


Rod Stewart / Alice Cooper (July 21, 1973) "Discorama – Record Mirror
SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 21 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Review Section – Discorama Title: Albums English & American This Record Mirror review section, titled Discorama, presents new album reviews divided into two categories: Albums English and Albums American. The layout features bold typographic headings and black‑and‑white artist photographs, capturing the magazine’s early‑1970s design style. Under Albums English, Rod Stewart’

Rod Stewart
Jul 21, 1973


Faces (June 6, 1973) “Ooh-La-La” / “Borstal Boys” – Single 7" US
In June 1973, The Faces released “Ooh-La-La”, the title track from their final studio album, as a single in the USA. This laid-back, rootsy rocker backed with the energetic “Borstal Boys” captured the band’s loose, boozy charm during the twilight of their career. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Faces Label: Warner Bros. Date: June 6, 1973 Catalogue: WB 7711 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United States Genre: Rock, Roots Rock, Glam Rock Style: British Rock A-Side: “Ooh-La-La” Writte

Faces
Jun 6, 1973


The Faces (June 1, 1973) “Rod Stewart Mellows the Faces in ‘Ooh La La’” Feature – Circus Magazine
The June 1973 edition of Circus magazine features an in-depth 6-page cover story on Rod Stewart and The Faces, focusing on the recording and release of their album Ooh La La. Publication: Circus Magazine Date: June 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Cover Feature THE STORY The extensive article follows Rod Stewart and the band during the creation of Ooh La La, discussing songwriting tensions, Ronnie Lane’s departure, and the mellowing of the Faces’ sound. It

Faces
Jun 1, 1973


Rod Stewart (September 30, 1972) – “There’s A Lot We Can Say But We Haven’t Got The Space – So Well Done.” Advert - Melody Maker
This striking full-page advertisement celebrates Rod Stewart's growing success while taking an unconventional approach to promotion. Rather than relying on lengthy sales copy, the advert uses a dramatic portrait photograph and a simple congratulatory message, allowing Stewart's image and reputation to speak for themselves. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 30, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement is dominated by a large black-and-white portrait of Rod Stewar

Rod Stewart
Sep 30, 1972
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