The art-school invaders who dressed like 1950s matinee idols, sounded like the future, and made every other glam band look like they’d just rolled out of bed. One day in 1971, a ferryman with a quiff, a synth wizard in a leopard-print cape, and a sax player who looked like he’d escaped from a sci-fi B-movie walked into a studio and decided rock needed more oboe, more glamour, and a lot more danger. The Glam Slam Essentials Roxy Music (1972) – Album Release (1972)The debut tha

Published on January 11, 1975, this NME feature dives into the flood of gossip and speculation surrounding David Bowie at the height of his fame. As he moved away from the Ziggy Stardust era into his blue-eyed soul phase, the press and public were desperate for any hint about his next project, collaborations, and lifestyle.

A full-page New Musical Express advertisement promoting Roxy Music’s new album *Country Life*. Roxy Music — New Album Country Life. New Musical Express Date: November 16, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Iconic and controversial black-and-white cover image featuring two models in minimal clothing against a jungle backdrop • Bold “ROXY MUSIC” logo in red and white at the top • Elegant script title “Country Life” • Catalogue numbers for album (ILPS 9303), ca

A sharp, musician‑focused Melody Maker feature exploring how Roxy Music stayed vibrant, inventive, and unpredictable during a period of solo projects, shifting dynamics, and post‑breakthrough pressure. Melody Maker Date: August 3, 1974 Length: 4 min read A thoughtful, behind‑the‑scenes look at how the band balanced individuality with collective identity — proving that Roxy’s avant‑pop engine was far from running out of steam. A moment of experimentation, evolution, and ren

A gossipy NME “Thrills” column reporting on David Bowie’s activities in New York, including attending Todd Rundgren’s Carnegie Hall concert with Bette Midler and appearing at a post-show party hosted by Bearsville Records. The Starman seen out and about in Manhattan as he rehearses for his upcoming US tour. New Musical Express Date: June 15, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie spotted at Todd Rundgren’s Carnegie Hall show with Bette Midler • Bowie a

A full‑page advertisement from New Musical Express promoting Bryan Ferry’s new single “The ‘In’ Crowd,” released on Island Records in May 1974. Writer: Island Records Advertisement Artist: Bryan Ferry Date: May 11, 1974 Length: 2 min read The advertisement features a monochrome photograph of Bryan Ferry swimming in calm water, his head and arm emerging from the surface. The minimalist design and elegant typography reflect Ferry’s cultivated image as a sophisticated pop artist

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement announcing Brian Eno’s debut solo album and supporting UK tour. Eno – Here Come The Warm Jets. Melody Maker Date: February 2, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Large, bold 3D-style “ENO” logo • Announcement of Eno’s first solo album *Here Come The Warm Jets*, released February 7, 1974 • Guest artistes: The Winkies • Support act: Rod Crisp • Full list of February and March 1974 UK tour dates from Derby to London’s Drur

Published on January 31, 1974, this *Music Scene* article explores Roxy Music during a transitional phase. While the band continued to draw intense loyalty from their growing fanbase on the road, critics remained reserved, creating an interesting tension around one of glam rock’s most stylish and artistic acts.

A vibrant one-page Popswop feature celebrating Roxy Music’s third album *Stranded* and profiling the individual members of the band during their rise as one of Britain’s most stylish and innovative glam/art-rock acts. Roxy Music — elegant, eccentric, and firmly at the top of the British rock scene. Popswop Date: January 26, 1974 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Focus on Roxy Music’s album *Stranded* and its success • Individual profiles of Bryan Ferry (vocals), P

A full-page Island Records advertisement promoting Roxy Music’s album *Stranded* and the new single “Street Life”. Roxy Music ‘Stranded’ ILPS 9252 — A new single “Street Life” WIP 6173. Sounds Date: November 17, 1973 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Dramatic black-and-white image of a woman lying in dense jungle foliage • Bold red-and-white “ROXY MUSIC ‘STRANDED’” headline • Catalogue number ILPS 9252 for the album • Announcement of the new single “Street Life”