Mott The Hoople (May 13, 1972) In Concert at Loughborough University – NME Advert

A classic early-70s gig listing as Mott The Hoople continued their rise on the UK live circuit.

SOURCE DETAILS

Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 13, 1972

Country: United Kingdom

Section / Pages: Gig Advertisement / Listings

THE STORY

This straightforward concert advert promotes Mott The Hoople performing at Loughborough University on Saturday, May 13th. Tickets were priced at 50p in advance or 60p on the door.

CONTEXT & NOTES

May 1972 was a pivotal time for Mott The Hoople. Still a few months away from their big breakthrough with “All the Young Dudes”, they were already building a strong live reputation on the university and college circuit. This advert is a typical example of the grassroots promotion that helped sustain the band before their commercial peak.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Concert advertisement for Mott The Hoople

Era: 1972 – Pre-Dudes / Hard Rock period Tone: Functional and direct Photography: Text-only advert Audience: Local students and rock fans

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

A clean, bordered text advertisement with bold typography announcing “MOTT THE HOOPLE” at Loughborough University, Leicestershire. Simple layout with date, venue, and ticket prices — typical of NME’s gig listings in the early 1970s.

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