This Melody Maker spread from September 16 1972 spotlights The Faces during their U.S. tour, capturing the band’s swaggering stage presence and the chaotic, good‑time energy that defined their live performances. Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood and the group appear in a set of dynamic photographs anchoring the feature. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 16 1972 Country: United Kingdom The article presents The Faces in full flight, with Rod Stewart leading the band through rauc

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,

Never a Dull Moment is the fourth solo album by Rod Stewart. It was released on July 21, 1972; that year it became a UK number‑one album (for two weeks) and reached number two on the US Album chart. The track "You Wear It Well", co‑written by Stewart and classical guitarist Martin Quittenton, was a smash hit (another UK No. 1; in US No. 13), as well as "Twisting the Night Away", originally recorded and written by Sam Cooke. The album was recorded at Morgan and Olympic, London

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 spectacular full-page centerfold and monthly calendar feature in the German teen magazine Bravo, showcasing Rod Stewart as “Star of the Month” for July 1972 in a flamboyant leopard-print suit, capturing the peak of his solo superstardom and glamorous rock image during the early 1970s. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 1, 1972 Country: Germany Section: Star des Monats / Centerfold Calendar THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This eye-catching Bravo centerfold presents

Debuting on the Billboard 200 on June 19, 1971, Every Picture Tells A Story became Rod Stewart’s first No.1 album in both the UK and US. A masterful blend of folk, rock, and blues, the album is widely regarded as one of his finest works and a cornerstone of 1970s rock. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Rod Stewart Label: Mercury Date: June 1971 Catalogue: SRM-1-609 Format: Album (Stereo) Country: USA TRACK LIST Side A A1. Every Picture Tells A Story (Stewart, Wood) A2. Seems Like A L