Bryan Ferry (October 14, 1972) – “Ferry Interesting Roxy” Feature – New Musical Express.

Oct 13, 1972

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Bryan Ferry discusses Roxy Music's growing success, future recording plans and his personal ambitions in this NME feature. Speaking during a period of rapid progress for the band, Ferry reflects on the group's achievements, future releases and his own desire to continue developing as both a songwriter and performer.

Publication: New Musical Express (NME)

Date: October 14, 1972

Country: United Kingdom

Written by Ian MacDonald, the feature finds Bryan Ferry in a relaxed mood as he talks about the remarkable year enjoyed by Roxy Music. Ferry reveals that the group may release another single before Christmas and discusses plans for future recordings after the success of recent releases.

The conversation also touches on the possibility of a Roxy Music musical, although Ferry admits that little has yet been decided apart from a desire to make a film more substantial than one based solely on the band's image. He confirms that work is already underway on future recording projects and suggests that a strong end to the year could place the band in an even stronger position.

Ferry reflects on his personal development as a songwriter and performer and discusses the band's growing popularity. He speaks about audience reaction, critical reception and the steady growth of Roxy Music's reputation. Throughout the interview he appears both ambitious and thoughtful, balancing commercial success with artistic goals.

The article also examines Ferry's views on performance and songwriting. He discusses the challenge of presenting material live, his approach to writing songs and the positive response the group has received from audiences. His comments suggest a performer determined to continue evolving while maintaining the qualities that had made Roxy Music one of the most talked-about bands of the year.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

Published during 1972, the feature captures Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music at a key point in their rise. The band had already established a distinctive identity and were attracting increasing attention from both fans and critics.

The interview presents Ferry as confident yet measured, discussing future projects while recognising the work still required to achieve long-term success. It also provides an interesting snapshot of the group's thinking during a period of rapid development.

The article is notable for the insight it provides into Ferry's personality, revealing both ambition and self-awareness as Roxy Music continued to expand their audience.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Bryan Ferry interview

Era: 1972 – Early Roxy Music period

Tone: Reflective, optimistic and conversational

Photography: Large black-and-white photograph of Bryan Ferry seated indoors during the interview

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Headline: “Ferry Interesting Roxy”

• Interview with Bryan Ferry by Ian MacDonald

• Discussion of future Roxy Music recordings and releases

• References to possible film and musical projects

• Comments on songwriting and live performance

• Large portrait photograph of Bryan Ferry

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