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News (May 4, 1974) Disc Magazine – Bowie, Reed & Wood
This Disc issue from May 4 1974 captures a vibrant cross‑section of mid‑’70s rock activity, spotlighting David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Roy Wood — three artists navigating distinct creative phases yet united by their restless innovation.

David Bowie
May 4, 1974


Wizzard (April 1974) “Wizzard who lives in the Wood” – Music Star (UK)
This warm and eccentric 1974 feature paints an affectionate portrait of Roy Wood and his band Wizzard, capturing their colourful chaos, musical versatility, and Roy’s restless creativity at the height of their glam rock success. Publication: Music Star Date: April 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Artist Profile Title: Wizzard who lives in the Wood THE STORY The article presents Roy Wood as a multi-talented, hard-to-categorise artist leading Wizzard — a

Wizzard
Apr 1, 1974


Wizzard (November 18, 1973) “Wizzard – knocking on Wood?” – Record Mirror (UK)
This lively November 18, 1973 feature in Record Mirror catches Roy Wood and his new band Wizzard at a confident peak, discussing their colourful glam image, recent chart success, and ambitious plans following Wood’s departures from The Move and Electric Light Orchestra. Publication: Record Mirror Date: November 18, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Interview Title: Wizzard – knocking on Wood? THE STORY The article features an in-depth interview with Roy

Wizzard
Nov 18, 1973


Wizzard (August 3, 1973) Wizzard’s new album introducing Eddy & The Falcons
This playful full-page advertisement from Melody Maker promotes Wizzard’s latest album while introducing Eddy & The Falcons, highlighting a free colour poster of Roy Wood and the new single “This Is The Story Of My Love (Baby)” Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 3, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement – Page 21 Title: Look mush — Wizzard’s new album introducing Eddy & The Falcons is a bit of a goer. THE STORY The advert uses a quirky, coll

Wizzard
Aug 11, 1973


Roy Wood (August 11, 1973) – “Wood-Builders-Brass” Feature – Melody Maker
The 11 August 1973 issue of Melody Maker features an interview with Roy Wood under the headline “WOOD-BUILDERS-BRASS.” Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 11, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Written by Michael Benton, the article profiles Roy Wood as a shy magician of Wizzard who has had nearly ten years of hits without full recognition. It discusses his early work with The Move, the Electric Light Orchestra, and Wizzard, his songwriting, production activities, and current p

Wizzard
Aug 11, 1973


Roy Wood (July 20, 1973) – Boulders Album Release UK
Boulders is the debut solo album by Roy Wood, recorded from 1969 to 1971 and released on July 20, 1973 by Harvest Records. Wood began work on the album as a whimsical side‑project away from his band the Move, conceived to explore numerous instruments he had collected in the 1960s but felt unable to use in the Move. Apart from harmonium on one song played by John Kurlander, all instruments on the album — including guitars, cello, saxophones, bouzouki, banjo and recorders — wer

Wizzard
Jul 20, 1973


Wizzard (June 4, 1973) “Mr. Wizzard Keeps On Moving” – ROCK Magazine
This June 4, 1973 album review from ROCK magazine celebrates Roy Wood’s band Wizzard and their release Wizzard’s Brew, highlighting the group’s energetic and eclectic sound as Roy Wood continued to push creative boundaries after leaving The Move and ELO. Publication: ROCK Magazine Date: June 4, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Records / Album Reviews – Page 22 Title: Mr. Wizzard Keeps On Moving THE STORY The review by Toby Goldstein focuses on Wizzard’s album Wiz

Wizzard
Jun 4, 1973


Wizzard (February 24, 1973) “Sorcerer’s Apprentices” – Record Mirror (UK)
Published February 24, 1973, this one‑page Record Mirror feature introduces the members of Wizzard as “sorcerer’s apprentices,” celebrating their eccentricity, virtuosity, and the joyful disorder that defined Roy Wood’s most flamboyant project.

Wizzard
Feb 24, 1973


Wizzard (February 17, 1973) “Wizzard’s first brew” – Record Mirror (UK)
A concise Record Mirror update revealing the title and release plans for Wizzard’s first LP, alongside a packed run of university and theatre dates across the UK.

Wizzard
Feb 17, 1973


Roy Wood (January 1, 1973) “Music Scene’s Wizzard of Wood” – Music Scene (UK)
This January 1, 1973 feature profiles Roy Wood as one of the most ambitious and creative forces in British music, highlighting his new band Wizzard, upcoming solo album, and busy 1973 schedule following his work with The Move and Electric Light Orchestra. Publication: Music Scene Date: January 1, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Artist Profile Title: Music Scene’s Wizzard of Wood THE STORY The article presents Roy Wood as “The Sound Of ’73”, praising hi

Wizzard
Jan 1, 1973
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