Roxy Music (July 1, 1972) "The Answer to a Maiden’s Prayer… Or to Anyone Else’s…" + "Streak of Arrogance" – NME Feature

A landmark early New Musical Express double-feature spread on the dazzling rise of Roxy Music, capturing the band’s bold artistic vision, Bryan Ferry’s charismatic style, and the provocative reactions they were already generating in the British music press during their breakthrough summer of 1972.

Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 1, 1972

Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Album Review & Profile (Page 28)

THE STORY

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

This substantial NME feature celebrates Roxy Music’s striking debut album and their sophisticated, glamorous art-rock approach. Tony Tyler’s piece explores the band’s unique aesthetic, Bryan Ferry’s cool persona, and the mix of retro and futuristic elements that set them apart. The page also includes Roy Carr’s “Streak of Arrogance” commentary, reflecting the strong opinions and excitement the band provoked right from the start.

Full NME page with the bold headline “THE ANSWER TO A MAIDEN’S PRAYER… OR TO ANYONE ELSE’S… SWEARS TONY TYLER” alongside a large stylish photo of Bryan Ferry. Additional text columns and the “STREAK of arrogance” section by Roy Carr. Classic dense 1972 NME layout with striking typography and multiple images.

CONTEXT AND NOTES	FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Published July 1, 1972, this feature arrives at the perfect moment as Roxy Music’s self-titled debut was climbing the charts and turning heads with its art-school glamour and musical innovation. It perfectly encapsulates the buzz and debate surrounding one of the most original and stylish new bands of the early glam/art-rock era.	Event: Major breakthrough feature & review Era: 1972 (Debut album explosion) Tone: Enthusiastic, stylish, provocative Photography: Iconic Bryan Ferry portrait and band imagery RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

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