Ian Hunter (July 6, 1975) "Now You Can See What Ian Hunter Sees" – Circus Magazine Full-Page Feature / Advertisement
- Jul 6, 1975
- 2 min read

A striking full-page feature and promotional piece in Circus Magazine showcasing Ian Hunter during his early solo career, highlighting his distinctive image and the release of his new album All American Alien Boy, following his departure from Mott the Hoople.
Publication: Circus Magazine
Date: July 6, 1975
Country: United States
Section: Full-Page Artist Feature / Record Advertisement
THE STORY | WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS |
This powerful page promotes Ian Hunter’s solo vision and new album All American Alien Boy, emphasising his artistic independence and unique perspective after leaving Mott the Hoople. The piece invites fans to experience Hunter’s personal and musical evolution, positioning him as a thoughtful and risk-taking artist in the mid-1970s rock landscape. | Dramatic full-page black-and-white portrait of Ian Hunter with his signature curly hair and leather jacket, holding sunglasses and staring intensely at the camera. Bold headline “Now you can see what Ian Hunter sees.” accompanied by promotional text for the album and a small inset image of the record sleeve. Classic 1975 Circus Magazine design. |
CONTEXT AND NOTES | FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS |
Published in the July 6, 1975 issue of Circus, this feature appeared shortly after Ian Hunter launched his solo career, marking an important transition period as he stepped out from Mott the Hoople to establish his own distinctive voice with the help of collaborators like Mick Ronson. The striking visual and promotional tone reflect the high expectations surrounding his new musical direction. | Event: Full-page solo album promotion & artist portrait Era: 1975 (Early Ian Hunter solo period) Tone: Stylish, introspective, promotional Photography: Iconic, moody black-and-white portrait of Ian Hunter RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. |
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