Mott the Hoople (August 1974) – “Creem’s Profiles” Feature – Creem

The August 1974 issue of Creem includes a humorous “Creem’s Profiles” page dedicated to Mott the Hoople.

Publication: Creem

Date: August 1974

Country: United States

The profile presents Mott the Hoople in a tongue-in-cheek format listing home, age, profession, hobbies, last book read, last accomplishment and a quote.

A group photograph shows the band in stage costumes holding drinks, while a smaller image features beer cans and a Creem magazine.

The text describes them as hard-loving losers who revel in ennui and turn world-weariness into instant riot.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

The feature is part of Creem’s regular profile series and uses playful, irreverent language typical of the magazine. It highlights the band’s current line-up and recent activities in a light-hearted way.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Magazine profile

Era: 1974 (Mott the Hoople era) Tone: Humorous, irreverent Photography: Black-and-white group photo of the band plus product shot

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Headline “CREEM’S PROFILES (Pronounced “Boy Howdy!”)”

• Group photograph of Mott the Hoople in costume

• Profile entries covering home, profession, hobbies and last accomplishment

• Small photo of beer cans and a Creem magazine

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