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David Cassidy (June 10, 1972) “Meet the Clothed Mr. Cassidy” - Disc UK

  • Writer: David Cassidy
    David Cassidy
  • Jun 10, 1972
  • 2 min read

Full-page feature in Disc magazine profiling teen idol David Cassidy at the height of his fame, with a playful headline referencing his “clothed” image in contrast to the era’s more provocative stars.


PUBLICATION:

Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom

Title: DISC

Page: 13

Title: Meet the clothed Mr. Cassidy

THE STORY

The article presents David Cassidy as the star of TV, stage, and records, on his way to repeating his American success in Britain. It includes a major interview, discussion of his latest single “Could It Be Forever,” his role in The Partridge Family, and reflections on his image, fan reactions, and personal life. A large photo shows Cassidy in a stylish “nude pin-up” style pose (shirt open), alongside smaller photos of fans and the Partridge Family cast.


THE STORY

The article presents David Cassidy as the star of TV, stage, and records, on his way to repeating his American success in Britain. It includes a major interview, discussion of his latest single “Could It Be Forever,” his role in The Partridge Family, and reflections on his image, fan reactions, and personal life. A large photo shows Cassidy in a stylish “nude pin-up” style pose (shirt open), alongside smaller photos of fans and the Partridge Family cast.


CONTEXT AND NOTES

Published during the peak of David Cassidy’s global teen idol status in 1972. Disc was a popular UK music weekly that covered both rock and pop acts. This feature captures the hysteria surrounding Cassidy, including wild airport scenes and his appeal to young fans, while contrasting his “nice guy” image with the more rebellious rock stars of the time (like those in Rolling Stone).


FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Era: Teen Idol / Partridge Family Peak (1972)

Tone: Playful, fan-oriented, in-depth interview

Photography: Large portrait of Cassidy and group shots including The Partridge Family

Key Elements: Discussion of his image, chart success, and upcoming projects

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

  • Full-page layout with headline and multiple black-and-white photos

  • Prominent portrait of David Cassidy

  • Interview text and side articles on Argent’s new single “Tragedy”


RELATED MATERIAL

  • David Cassidy (June 1, 1973) – One-Page Feature – Musik Express Magazine (Germany)


  • David Cassidy (May 1974) “Hoera! David Cassidy komt toch naar Nederland!” – Feature – Popfoto Magazine


  • David Cassidy (May 25, 1974) David Cassidy In England & Scotland - Music Star

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