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đź“° Farewell Rod Stewart - Advert : Sep. 1974

  • Writer: Rod Stewart
    Rod Stewart
  • Sep 28, 1974
  • 2 min read

A full-page Melody Maker advertisement promoting Rod Stewart’s new single “Farewell”.


Rod’s New Single Farewell and Bring It On Home To Me / You Send Me.


Melody Maker

Date: September 28, 1974

Length: 3 min read


đź“° Key Highlights

• Striking black-and-white photograph of Rod Stewart with wild, spiky hair and a playful smile, wearing a satin jacket

• Bold announcement of the new single “Farewell”

• Double A-side with “Bring It On Home To Me / You Send Me”

• Catalogue number 6167 033

• Mercury / Phonogram branding


đź“° Overview

Published on September 28, 1974, this advert in Melody Maker launched Rod Stewart’s single “Farewell” alongside the Sam Cooke medley “Bring It On Home To Me / You Send Me”, showcasing his continued solo success.


đź“° Source Details

Publication / Venue: Melody Maker

Date: September 28, 1974

Format: Full-page single advertisement

Provenance Notes: Original 1974 Melody Maker advert from Mercury / Phonogram.


đź“° The Story

The advert presented Rod’s latest release with a confident, charismatic image, highlighting both the new original track “Farewell” and the soulful double A-side cover of classic Sam Cooke songs.


đź“° Visual Archive

Dynamic black-and-white studio portrait of Rod Stewart with tousled, spiky hair, wearing a shiny satin jacket over a dark top, hands on hips and giving a knowing smile.


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đź“° Closing Notes

This September 1974 Melody Maker advert captures Rod Stewart in full swagger during his early solo peak — blending original material with soul classics in his signature raspy, heartfelt style.



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