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The Faces (The Ultimate Boozy Good-Time Rock Band)
The Faces were a legendary English rock band formed in London in 1969 from the ashes of the Small Faces. Famous for their loose, ragged, party-hard attitude, soulful rock ‘n’ roll, and incredible camaraderie, they embodied the spirit of early 1970s British rock — sweaty, fun, and full of heart. With Rod Stewart’s raspy vocals and Ronnie Wood’s gritty guitar, they became one of the era’s most beloved live acts. CLASSIC LINEUP Rod Stewart – Lead vocals, harmonica Ronnie Wood –

Faces
Feb 4, 20232 min read


Ronnie Lane (The Heart of The Small Faces & The Faces)
Ronnie Lane (born Ronald Frederick Lane, April 1, 1946 – June 4, 1997) was an English bassist, singer, and songwriter. Nicknamed “Plonk,” he was a founding member of the Small Faces and later The Faces. Known for his melodic bass lines, soulful voice, cheeky charm, and songwriting, Lane brought warmth, humor, and rootsy SMALL FACES (1965–1969) Co-founded with Steve Marriott. Classic lineup: Steve Marriott – vocals, guitar Ronnie Lane – bass, vocals Kenney Jones – drums Ian Mc

Ronnie Lane
Jan 1, 20232 min read


Mott the Hoople / The Faces (June 15, 1974) – Melody Maker – Buxton Festival News
Melody Maker announces Mott the Hoople and The Faces with Rod Stewart as the two main headliners for the Buxton Festival in July 1974. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Festival Announcement THE STORY The article confirms that Mott the Hoople will headline the first night (July 5) alongside Lindisfarne and the JSD Band, while The Faces with Rod Stewart will headline the second night (July 6). It includes ti

Faces
Jun 15, 19741 min read


Buxton Festival (June 15, 1974) – NME Full Page Advert Faces, Mott The Hoople.
A full-page advertisement in the June 15, 1974 NME promotes the Buxton Festival, headlined by The Faces with Rod Stewart on Saturday July 6 and Mott the Hoople on Friday July 5. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Advertisements (Page 8) THE STORY The large advert announces the Buxton Festival at Booth Farm near Buxton, Derbyshire. Day one (July 5) features Mott the Hoople, Lindisfarne, Man, J.S.D. Band

Faces
Jun 15, 19742 min read


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, 19741 min read


Ron Wood / The Faces (June 1, 1973) “Die kreatieve uitspattingen van Ron Wood” – Two-Page Feature – Musik Express Magazine
A two-page feature in the German magazine Musik Express focusing on Ron Wood’s creative talents, personality, and his role in The Faces, with the headline highlighting his “creative outbursts.” PUBLICATION Musik Express Date: June 1, 1973 Country: Germany Section / Pages: Two-Page Feature Title: Die kreatieve uitspattingen van Ron Wood THE STORY The article explores Ron Wood’s artistic side, his guitar playing, songwriting, and life with The Faces. It includes multiple photo

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Jun 1, 19731 min read


Ron Wood / The Faces (June 2, 1972) “Ron Wood Movie Maker” – Feature – Melody Maker (UK)
A feature article in Melody Maker focusing on Ron Wood’s burgeoning interest in filmmaking, alongside his role as guitarist in The Faces. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 2, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Title: RON WOOD MOVIE MAKER THE STORY The piece explores Ron Wood’s creative ventures beyond music, particularly his passion for making films and home movies. It includes a large portrait of a smiling Ron Wood and discusses his artistic side during

Faces
Jun 2, 19722 min read


The Faces / Rod Stewart (May 1971) “FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE” – Zigzag Magazine (UK)
A major multi-page interview feature in Zigzag magazine with Rod Stewart of The Faces, titled “FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE”, covering the band’s history, songwriting, live performances, and personal anecdotes. FEATURE Publication: Zigzag Magazine Issue: No. 19 Date: May 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Main Feature / Interview Spread Title: FACE TO FACE WITH A FACE THE STORY In this extensive interview, Rod Stewart discusses The Faces’ formation, their transition fr

Rod Stewart
May 1, 19712 min read
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