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Iggy – raw, reckless, and ready to bleed for rock! Iggy Pop’s Between the Buttons , a one-page feature in Rock Scene Magazine, December 1, 1973. More Stooges-style chaos added weekly.

Parents panic, towns ban the show – Alice Cooper declared public enemy #1! Alice Cooper Group’s Alice Banned , a three-page feature in 16 Magazine, December 1, 1973. More teen-mag moral panic added weekly.

Bolan’s US-only glam-funk detour – Light of Love hits American shores! T.Rex’s Light of Love Album , a one-page advert in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974. More cosmic Bolan rarities added weekly.

The ultimate shock-rock starter pack – every nightmare you need on one disc! one-page review in Circus Raves, December 1, 1974. More guillotine-grade hits added weekly.

A Big Beat Glam-Pop Curiosity Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 3, 1976, on Island Records (catalogue: WIP 6358), Sparks’ “I Like Girls” was the final single from Big Beat . Backed with “England,” this re-recorded live favourite (A) and jaunty B-side did not chart in the UK or US — a commercial disappointment after the success of Kimono My House, Propaganda, and Indiscreet. Issued in the UK and Australia only. A quirky glam-pop footnote. Single Overview Release Details Label: Island Records. Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single. Full Track Listing Side A I Like Girls – Written-By: Ron Mael Side B England – Written-By: Ron Mael Reissues & Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Island WIP 6358 – UK – 1976 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Island – Australia – 1976 Production and Context Produced by Rupert Holmes & Jeffrey Lesser. “I Like Girls” – re-recording of a 1973/1974 live favourite (1973 version later on *Profile* compilation). “England” – B-side previously used on “I Want To Hold Your Hand” single (March 1976). From Big Beat — Sparks’ slicker, more “American” AOR sound that Russell & Ron felt was “bereft of personality.” Chart Performance No UK or US chart entry. Legacy and Collectibility “I Like Girls” is Sparks’ final Big Beat single — a glam-pop re-record that didn’t ignite. Original UK Island pressings fetch £15–£40 on eBay/Discogs. Verify catalogue WIP 6358. Streams on Spotify via Big Beat reissues preserve the curiosity. This single is a must-have for Sparks completists. Do you have I Like Girls in your vinyl stack? Do you like girls (or England)? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Rod & Ronnie's Rita One-Night Stand Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK and parts of Europe on December 3, 1971, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 16136), Faces’ “Stay With Me” — written by Rod Stewart & Ronnie Wood — was the breakout hit from A Nod Is As Good As A Wink... To A Blind Horse . Backed with Ronnie Lane’s “Debris” (US/Canada/NZ/Argentina/Brazil/Japan/Spain/Portugal swapped B-side for “You’re So Rude”), this raucous glam-rock classic peaked at No. 6 on the UK Singles Chart, No. 17 US Billboard Hot 100, No. 10 Cash Box, and No. 4 Canada. Faces’ only major US hit. Single Overview Release Details Label: Warner Bros. Records. Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single. Full Track Listing UK & Europe Side A Stay With Me – Written-By: Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood Side B Debris – Written-By: Ronnie Lane US / Canada / NZ / Argentina / Brazil / Japan / Spain / Portugal Side B You’re So Rude – Written-By: Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan Reissues & Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16136 – UK & Europe – 1971 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. WB 7545 – US – 1971 (B-side: You’re So Rude) - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – Canada/NZ/Argentina/Brazil/Japan/Spain/Portugal – 1971 Production and Context Produced by Faces & Glyn Johns. From A Nod Is As Good As A Wink... To A Blind Horse (1971). “Stay With Me” — the one-night-stand anthem with Rita — became Faces’ signature song. Chart Performance - UK Official Singles Chart: 6 - US Billboard Hot 100: 17 - US Cash Box: 10 (2 weeks) - Canada: 4 Legacy and Collectibility “Stay With Me” is Faces’ raw glam-rock masterpiece — their only major US hit. Original UK Warner pressings fetch £10–£30 on eBay/Discogs, US variants £15–£40. Verify catalogue K 16136 (UK). Streams on Spotify keep the party alive. This single is a must-have for Faces/Rod Stewart collectors. Do you have Stay With Me in your vinyl stack? Are you staying all night? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Rod Stewart takes the Melody Maker crown . cover and one-page Melody Maker, December 2, 1972. More Rod & Faces swagger added weekly.

Elton sweeps the board – the rocket man crowned king of rock for ’75! three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974..

Genesis go full prog-glam horror – Creem crowns the zombie kings! four-page feature in Creem Magazine, December 1, 1974.

Alex Harvey’s vaudeville rock pirates invade America – Circus Raves goes wild! two-page feature in Circus Raves Magazine, December 1, 1974.

Bowie & Ronson polish Lou into glam perfection – Melody Maker bows down! one-page review in Melody Maker, December 2, 1972.

A Tom Waits Cover That Hit No. 10 Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 2, 1989, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: W 2758), Rod Stewart’s “Downtown Train” — his soaring cover of Tom Waits’ 1985 classic — was backed with “The Killing Of Georgie (Part I And II).” Produced by Trevor Horn, this emotional ballad peaked at No. 10 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100, hitting No. 1 on both Adult Contemporary and Album Rock Tracks. Grammy-nominated for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. Originally a non-album single, later included on some editions of *Vagabond Heart* (1991). A career-highlight Stewart moment. Single Overview Release Details Label: Warner Bros. Records. Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single. Full Track Listing Side A Downtown Train (4:40) – Written-By: Tom Waits – Producer: Trevor Horn Side B The Killing Of Georgie (Part I And II) (6:31) – Written-By: Rod Stewart Production and Context “Downtown Train” produced by Trevor Horn. From the sessions leading to *Vagabond Heart*. B-side from *A Night On The Town* (1976). Stewart’s biggest US hit of the late ’80s. Singles Released and Chart Performance - UK Official Singles Chart: 10 - US Billboard Hot 100: 3 - US Adult Contemporary: 1 - US Album Rock Tracks: 1 - Canada: 1 Legacy and Collectibility “Downtown Train” is Rod Stewart’s definitive Tom Waits cover — a global ’80s/’90s radio staple. Original UK Warner 7"s fetch £5–£15 on eBay/Discogs. Verify catalogue W 2758. Streams on Spotify keep the train rolling. This single is a must-have for Rod Stewart collectors. Do you have Downtown Train in your vinyl stack? Does it still take you there? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube What’s the next classic vinyl you’d like to feature? Share in the comments! Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Fontana's Raw Rascals Cover Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 2, 1966, on Fontana Records (catalogue: TF 767), The 'N Betweens’ “You Better Run” — their ferocious cover of The Young Rascals’ 1966 US hit — was backed with the original “Evil Witchman.” This raw garage-punk assault — featuring Noddy Holder (vocals), Dave Hill (guitar), Jim Lea (bass), and Don Powell (drums) — was produced by Kim Fowley. No chart entry, but the first recording by the future Slade line-up. A cult pre-glam treasure. Single Overview Release Details Label: Fontana Records. Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single. Full Track Listing Side A You Better Run (2:30) – Written-By: Eddie Brigati, Felix Cavaliere (The Young Rascals) Side B Evil Witchman (2:10) – Written-By: Fowley, Powell, Hill, Holder, Lee Production and Context Produced by Kim Fowley. “You Better Run” – Rascals cover with roller-coaster bass riff. “Evil Witchman” – original composition. Recorded 1966 — the first studio outing for the future Slade line-up (then The 'N Betweens). Singles Released and Chart Performance No UK chart entry. Legacy and Collectibility “You Better Run” / “Evil Witchman” is the embryonic Slade — raw garage-punk before glam. Original UK Fontana pressings fetch £100–£300+ on eBay/Discogs (higher for clean copies). Verify catalogue TF 767. Streams limited (often on Slade compilations). This single is a must-have for Slade completists and ‘60s garage collectors. Do you have You Better Run in your vinyl stack? Ready to run with pre-Slade? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube What’s the next classic vinyl you’d like to feature? Share in the comments! "You Better Run" is a song by the Young Rascals. Written by group members Eddie Brigati and Felix Cavaliere, it was released as the band's third single in 1966 and reached the top 20 in the United States. This song is noted for its repeated roller coaster musical chords in the bass guitar, going from C to B-flat to C to E-flat to B-flat to C. A review in a 1966 issue of Billboard magazine described the song as a "big-beat wailer" and a "strong follow-up to 'Good Lovin''." In the book Pioneers of Rock and Roll, author Harry Sumrall wrote that the song represented the apex of the band's sound and complimented guitarist Gene Cornish's "slashing chords." AllMusic's Matthew Greenwald called it "a classic garage rocker with a punkish energy [that] showcased the band's live chops to a great effect, as well as Felix Cavaliere's awesome soul-inflected vocals." Music journalist Fred Bronson noted that "You Better Run" was a commercial disappointment, having peaked at number 20 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 after their previous single, "Good Lovin'," had reached number one. The Cavaliere and Gene Cornish composition "Love Is a Beautiful Thing" was the single's B-side. "Evil Witchman" was a Fowley, Powell, Hill, Holder, and Lee composition. info courtesy of Wikipedia

Suzi Quatro – leather queen turned ultimate glam pin-up! one-page in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974. More leather & lace moments added weekly.

NYC’s trash-glam darlings fight for survival – the Dolls on the brink! one-page Circus Raves, December 1, 1974. More Dolls drama added weekly.

Elton and Kiki team up – the rocket man finds his perfect duet partner! one-page advert in Creem US Music Magazine, December 1, 1974.

The Tubes invade Creem – satire, TVs, and total rock chaos! one-page Creem Magazine, December 1, 1975. More Tubes madness added weekly.

A Magic Tour Live Snapshot Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on December 1, 1986, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMC 3519), Queen’s Live Magic was their second official live album — a 15-track condensed document of the 1986 Magic Tour. Recorded at Wembley Stadium (July 11–12), Knebworth Park (August 9), and Budapest (July 27), heavily edited and mixed by Brian May & Trip Khalaf. Peaked at No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart for 17 weeks. Issued in gatefold sleeve, cassette, and CD formats. Not released in the US until August 1996. Criticised by fans for drastic cuts (e.g., opera section removed from “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “We Are The Champions” reduced to one verse/chorus). Album Overview Release Details Label: EMI Records. Formats: Vinyl LP (gatefold), cassette, CD. Full Track Listing Side A 1. One Vision (5:09) 2. Tie Your Mother Down (2:59) 3. Seven Seas Of Rhye (1:20) 4. A Kind Of Magic (4:46) 5. Under Pressure (3:38) 6. Another One Bites The Dust (3:47) Side B 1. I Want To Break Free (2:37) 2. Is This The World We Created...? (1:31) 3. Bohemian Rhapsody (4:42) – opera section removed 4. Hammer To Fall (5:18) 5. Radio Ga Ga (4:27) 6. We Will Rock You (1:33) – one verse only 7. Friends Will Be Friends (1:09) 8. We Are The Champions (2:01) – one verse/chorus 9. God Save The Queen (1:18) Reissues & Global Variants - LP, Album – EMI EMC 3519 – UK – 1 Dec 1986 - Cassette, Album – EMI TC-EMC 3519 – UK – 1986 - CD, Album – EMI CDP 7 46413 2 – UK – 1986 Production and Context Recorded during the 1986 Magic Tour (Wembley July 11–12, Knebworth August 9, Budapest July 27). Mixed by Brian May & Trip Khalaf. Freddie Mercury’s final live performances with Queen. Album Chart Performance - UK: 3 (17 weeks) – entry December 13, 1986 Legacy and Collectibility Live Magic is Queen’s controversial edited Magic Tour souvenir — loved for the energy, criticised for the cuts. Original UK EMI gatefold vinyls fetch £20–£60 on eBay/Discogs. Verify catalogue EMC 3519. This album is a must-have for Queen live collectors (despite the edits!). Do you have Live Magic in your vinyl stack? Do the edits bother you? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

David Essex turns Glasgow Apollo into a teen-frenzy riot – pure glam hysteria! Record Mirror live review of the Glasgow Apollo show, November 26, 1977.

Lou Reed’s velvet sleaze strolls in – like nothing you’ve heard before! Lou Reed’s Walk On The Wildside, a one-page advert in Melody Maker, November 25, 1972.

A Wembley Live Charity No. 1 Duet Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 25, 1991, on Epic Records (catalogue: 657646 7), George Michael & Elton John’s “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” was a live duet recorded at Wembley Arena on March 23, 1991. Backed with George’s “I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever),” this charity release (proceeds to London Lighthouse & Rainbow Trust) stormed to No. 1 on the Official Singles Chart for 2 weeks. Issued in solid centre, large hole, 12-inch, CD, and cassette formats. A landmark ‘90s charity No. 1. Single Overview Release Details Label: Epic Records. Formats: Vinyl 7" (solid/large hole centre), 12", CD, cassette. Full Track Listing by Format 7" Vinyl (657646 7) – UK Side A Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live) (5:48) – Written-By: Elton John, Bernie Taupin Side B I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) (7:01) – Written-By: S. Wonder, Y. Wright 12" Vinyl (657646 5) – UK Side A Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live) (5:48) Side B 1. I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) (7:01) 2. Last Christmas (Wham!) (4:24) CD Single (657646 2) – UK 1. Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live) (5:48) 2. I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) (7:01) 3. If You Were My Woman (4:03) 4. Fantasy (5:00) Cassette Single (657646 4) – UK Both sides identical 1. Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live) 2. I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) Reissues & Global Variants (all supplied) - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre – Epic 657646 7 – UK – 1991 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo, Large Hole – Epic 657646 7 – Europe – 1991 - 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Promo – Epic ARIE 3071 – Spain – 1991 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Columbia 38-74086 – US – 1991 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Large Hole – Epic 657646 7 – Europe – 1991 - 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single – Epic 76.001 – Brazil – 1991 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Columbia QCL45-10389 – Philippines – 1991 - 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single – Epic 52.221 – Brazil – 1991 Production and Context Live duet recorded at Wembley Arena, March 23, 1991. Engineered by Chris Porter. Arranged/Produced by George Michael. Charity release for London Lighthouse & Rainbow Trust Children's Charity. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 1 10 weeks – December 7, 1991 to February 8, 1992 1 → 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 8 → 24 → 42 → 56 → 70 Legacy and Collectibility “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me” is George Michael & Elton John’s charity live No. 1 masterpiece. Original UK Epic pressings fetch £5–£20 on eBay/Discogs. Verify catalogue 657646 7. Streams on Spotify preserve the Wembley magic. This single is a must-have for ‘90s charity collectors. Do you have Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me in your vinyl stack? Did the sun stay up? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube What’s the next classic vinyl you’d like to feature? Share in the comments! Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Rod’s soulful Jimi cover meets boozy anthem – double-shot perfection! Rod Stewart’s Angel / What Made Milwaukee Famous, one-page advert for Mercury 6052 001 in Melody Maker, November 25, 1972.

Bowie’s sleaziest riff yet – straight from the NYC streets! one-page advert in Melody Maker, November 25, 1972.

Alice shocks America coast-to-coast – some stations literally pull the plug! Alice Cooper Group’s Hofstra University performance (November 2, 1972) aired nationwide on the ABC In Concert series, November 24, 1972 – the full “Gutter Cat” fight and “Killer” hanging scenes intact. The backlash was instant: Kingsport, Tennessee’s ABC affiliate complained but ran it anyway. WPVI-TV Philadelphia buried it at 1:30 a.m. on tape delay. Cincinnati’s WKRC-TV Channel 12 yanked it off air after only minutes – station owner Lawrence H. Rogers II was so horrified he ordered the plug pulled live. On the bill was the Senior General of Rock, Bo Diddley, acoustic duo Seals and Croft, R&B man Curtis Mayfield and for the opening act, shock rockers Alice Cooper. Rock fans in Cincinnati, however, didn't get to see beyond the first few minutes of Alice's violent theatrics. Lawrence H. Rogers II was so mortified by what he saw that he ordered the ABC affiliate he owned, WKRC-TV Channel 12, to yank the show off the air immediately. Channel 12's decision to protect its viewers was responded to within minutes with a phoned-in bomb threat and several car loads of youths picketing the station. Some 4,000 letters of protest, many profane, poured in over the next few days, the biggest mail load that station officials could remember. Station manager Ro Grignon told TV Guide that he wasn't opposed to rock concerts. "In fact, we think they're going to be a smashing success. We simply found Alice Cooper a little tense." Meanwhile, the ABC affiliate in Kingsport, Tennessee complained to the network about the performance but ran it nonetheless. WPVI-TV Channel 6 in Philadelphia ran the show on tape delay at 1:30 a.m. Channel 12 in Cincinnati later televised an edited version of the show, sans Alice, to give viewers a chance to enjoy the other, less offensive acts that were on the show. The next In Concert show was sent to affiliate managers via closed-circuit for approval before broadcast Tracklist: Eighteen Gutter Cat V The Jets Killer School's out

Bolan rules the front page – glam’s cosmic king in full glory! Music Star Magazine, November 24, 1973

One bassline to rule them all – Lou takes the wild side mainstream! Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 24, 1972, on RCA Victor (catalogue: RCA 2303), Lou Reed’s “Walk On The Wild Side” was the lead single from Transformer. Lou Reed’s “Walk On The Wild Side” was the lead single from Transformer . Backed with “Perfect Day,” this Bowie/Ronson-produced velvet underground classic — with its iconic “colored girls” backing and Herbie Flowers’ double-tracked bass — peaked at No. 10 on the Official Singles Chart for 9 weeks (debut May 1973 after BBC ban lifted). Pressed by RCA Washington UK with solid centre, four-prong push-out, and promo variants, it’s a timeless glam-funk anthem. Single Overview Release Details Label: RCA Victor. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid centre / push-out centre / promo). Full Track Listing Side A Walk On The Wild Side (3:37) – Written-By, Arranged By: Lou Reed – Producer: David Bowie, Mick Ronson Side B Perfect Day (3:46) – Written-By: Lou Reed – Producer: David Bowie, Mick Ronson Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor RCA 2303 – UK – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre – RCA Victor RCA 2303 – UK – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo – RCA Victor RCA 2303 – UK – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Australia – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Netherlands – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Canada – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – New Zealand – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Portugal – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Spain – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – USA – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA – USA – 1973 Production and Context Produced/Arranged by David Bowie & Mick Ronson. From *Transformer* (1972). Bowie’s glam makeover of Reed post-Velvet Underground. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 10 9 weeks – 12/05/1973 to 07/07/1973 32 → 24 → 17 → 10 → 13 → 13 → 28 → 30 → 42 Legacy and Collectibility “Walk On The Wild Side” is Lou Reed’s signature glam-funk anthem — banned then beloved. Original UK RCA pressings (solid/push-out centre) fetch £10–£40 on eBay/Discogs, promos £30–£80. Verify catalogue RCA 2303. Streams on Spotify preserve the wild side. This single is a must-have for Velvet Underground/Bowie collectors. Do you have Walk On The Wild Side in your vinyl stack? Do the colored girls go doo doo doo? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Bowie drops the sleaziest, sexiest glam riff of the year! Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 24, 1972, on RCA Victor (catalogue: RCA 2302), David Bowie’s “The Jean Genie” was the lead single from Aladdin Sane. More stardust moments added weekly.Backed with “Ziggy Stardust,” this Yardbirds-inspired R&B riff monster — co-produced by Ken Scott, inspired by Iggy Pop with a Jean Genet pun — peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart for 13 weeks (blocked by Little Jimmy Osmond). Pressed by CBS Aston Clinton with knockout/solid centre, black/yellow labels, and promo variants, it’s a glam-rock cornerstone. Bowie described it as "a smorgasbord of imagined Americana," featuring a protagonist inspired by Iggy Pop, with the title referencing author Jean Genet. As one of Bowie's most renowned tracks, it was promoted through a film clip starring Andy Warhol associate Cyrinda Foxe. "The Jean Genie" began as an impromptu jam titled "Bussin'" during the Ziggy Stardust Tour. It was created on the tour bus between the initial concerts in Cleveland and Memphis when Mick Ronson started playing a Bo Diddley-inspired guitar riff on his new Les Paul. This song eventually became the first piece Bowie wrote for Aladdin Sane. Single Overview Release Details Label: RCA Victor. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (knockout/solid centre, black/yellow labels, promo). Full Track Listing Side A The Jean Genie (3:59) – Written-By, Producer: David Bowie Side B Ziggy Stardust (3:16) – Written-By: David Bowie – From The Rise & Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor RCA 2302 – UK – 1972 (knockout/solid centre, black/yellow labels) - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo – RCA Victor RCA 2302 – UK – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Argentina – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Australia – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Israel – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – New Zealand – 1972 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Germany – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RCA Victor – Portugal – 1973 Production and Context Co-Produced by Ken Scott & David Bowie for MainMan/Gem. The riff nods to Yardbirds/Bo Diddley; lyrics mix Iggy Pop & Jean Genet. Filmed with Cyrinda Foxe. Gave Simple Minds their name (“he’s so simple minded he can’t drive his module”). Official UK Singles Chart Data Peak position: 2 13 weeks – 09/12/1972 to 03/03/1973 33 → 31 → 16 → 16 → 4 → 2 → 3 → 3 → 5 → 13 → 26 → 28 → 39 International Chart Performance - Australia (Kent Music Report): 18 - Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders): 26 - Belgium (Ultratop 50 Wallonia): 7 - Canada (RPM Top Singles): 75 - France (SNEP): 22 - Ireland (IRMA): 3 - Netherlands (Dutch Top 40): 7 - Netherlands (Single Top 100): 5 - Spain: 8 - West Germany (GfK): 37 - US Billboard Hot 100: 71 Legacy and Collectibility “The Jean Genie” is Bowie’s glam riff monster — a Ziggy-era staple. Original UK RCA pressings (knockout/solid centre) Verify catalogue RCA 2302. Streams on Spotify preserve the raw energy. This single is a must-have for glam and Bowie collectors. Do you have The Jean Genie in your vinyl stack? Does it make you dance? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Queen blast off with the ultimate superhero anthem – Flash! Aaa-ah! Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 24, 1980, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 5126), Queen’s “Flash” — the theme from Flash Gordon — was written by Brian May (A-side) and Freddie Mercury (B-side). Produced by Brian May & Mack for Queen Productions Ltd., this bombastic rock anthem backed with “Football Fight” peaked at No. 10 on the Official Singles Chart for 13 weeks. Issued in solid centre, 4-prong push-out centre, misprint, and white label promo variants, with worldwide releases. A heroic Queen classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: EMI Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid centre / 4-prong push-out centre / promo white label). Full Track Listing Side A Flash (2:47) – Written-By: B. May Side B Football Fight (1:29) – Written-By: F. Mercury Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single, 4-Prong Centre – EMI EMI 5126 – UK – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre – EMI EMI 5126 – UK – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint – EMI EMI 5126 – UK – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label – EMI EMI 5126 – UK – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Argentina – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI International – Bolivia – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Brazil – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Chile – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – France – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Germany – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Hong Kong – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Ireland – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Italy – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Netherlands – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Philippines – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Portugal – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – South Africa – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Spain – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – EMI – Sweden – 1980 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Elektra – USA – 1980 Production and Context Produced by Brian May & Mack for Queen Productions Ltd. From *Flash Gordon* soundtrack (EMC 3351). Executive-Producer: Queen. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 10 13 weeks – 06/12/1980 to 28/02/1981 30 → 20 → 12 → 15 → 15 → 10 → 10 → 10 → 14 → 24 → 41 → 63 → 69 Legacy and Collectibility “Flash” is Queen’s heroic *Flash Gordon* anthem. Original UK EMI pressings (solid/4-prong centre) fetch £5–£20 on eBay/Discogs, promos £15–£40. Verify catalogue EMI 5126. Streams on Spotify preserve the cosmic thunder. This single is a must-have for Queen soundtrack collectors. Do you have Flash in your vinyl stack? Ah-ah, saviour of the universe? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

December 1, 1971, show at the Academy of Music in New York City marked the world premiere of Alice Cooper's iconic mock hanging execution as the show's grand finale. This was the official kickoff of the Killer Tour (though a handful of warm-up gigs had occurred in the prior week), and it introduced the full theatrical escalation that defined the band's shock-rock legacy. Prior to this, the Love It to Death Tour (earlier in 1971) climaxed with a staged electric chair execution during "Black Juju," but the gallows and noose were a brand-new, more visceral addition tailored to the Killer album's themes of murder, decadence, and mortality. How the Stunt Worked and Why It Debuted Here - The Setup: Built by Warner Bros.' props department, the gallows rose dramatically at the end of the set during the title track "Killer." Band members (dressed as executioners) dragged Cooper up a scaffold, looped a noose around his neck, and triggered a trapdoor drop. To ensure safety, Cooper wore a hidden body harness connected to a piano wire rigged through the rope and hooked to the venue's rafters—this kept the noose about an inch from his throat, allowing him to "hang" mid-air while thrashing theatrically amid smoke, strobe lights, and pounding riffs. The illusion was completed with fake blood, demonic fog, and crowd chants of "Hang him! Hang him!" - The Debut Context: The Killer album (released just days earlier on November 27) demanded a bolder spectacle to match its darker edge. Producer Bob Ezrin and manager Shep Gordon pushed for innovation after the electric chair's success, drawing from horror films and vaudeville. This NY gig—billed with Wet Willie and Dr. John—drew a packed house of about 2,000 in the gritty East Village venue, and the hanging left audiences stunned, with one *Circus* magazine review calling it "a full-scale hanging, complete with dense clouds of manufactured demon-fumes... the high point of the performance." No mishaps occurred here (those came later, like a near-fatal wire snap in 1973), but it instantly cemented Cooper's rep as rock's ultimate provocateur. - Evolution and Impact: The stunt ran through the entire Killer Tour ( ending June 1972), evolving into guillotine beheadings by the 1973 Billion Dollar Babies Tour (designed by magician James Randi). It influenced countless acts and even sparked controversies, like a 1974 Canadian teen's tragic imitation leading to calls for bans on simulated violence in media. This premiere was a turning point: pre- Killer, Alice Cooper was a cult oddity; post-hanging, they were arena-headlining stars breaking attendance records. Songs performed that night were Be My Lover You Drive Me Nervous Yeah, Yeah, Yeah I'm Eighteen Halo of Flies Is It My Body Dead Babies Killer Long Way to Go Under My Wheels

A Forever Suicide Note Roy Wood’s “Forever” was released as a 7-inch vinyl single with demo promo in the UK on November 16, 1973, on Harvest (catalogue: HAR 5078). Backed with “Music To Commit Suicide By,” this Brian Wilson/Neil Sedaka-influenced glam-pop epic and dark instrumental (both written/produced by Roy Wood), featuring Rick Price on telephone, peaked at No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart for 13 weeks. Issued in push-out centre, demo with “NOT FOR SALE,” it’s a timeless ‘70s glam reissue pair. Single Overview A-Side: “Forever” Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood. Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood. Featuring, Other [Telephone] – Rick Price. B-Side: “Music To Commit Suicide By” Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood. Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood. Release Details: Label: Harvest (UK pressing, 45 RPM). Published By – Roy Wood Music (A), Carlin Music Corp. (global). Phonographic Copyright ℗ – EMI Records Ltd. Record Company – EMI Records Ltd. UK Formats: Commercial Push Out Centre (HAR 5078) A: “Forever” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood – Featuring, Other [Telephone] – Rick Price – With special thanks to Brian Wilson and Neil Sedaka for their influence B: “Music To Commit Suicide By” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood Solid Centre (HAR 5078) A: “Forever” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood – Featuring, Other [Telephone] – Rick Price – With special thanks to Brian Wilson and Neil Sedaka for their influence B: “Music To Commit Suicide By” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood Vinyl, 7" Single Promotional Demo Record Not For Sale (HAR 5078) A: “Forever” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood – Featuring, Other [Telephone] – Rick Price – With special thanks to Brian Wilson and Neil Sedaka for their influence B: “Music To Commit Suicide By” – Written-By, Producer – Roy Wood – Performer [All Instruments] – Roy Wood Country Variations: The single was released in several countries: UK (Harvest HAR 5078) Released November 16, 1973. 7-inch (standard & demo). Belgium (Harvest 1973) Denmark (Harvest 1973) Finland (Harvest 1973) France (Harvest 1973) Germany (Harvest 1973) Greece (Harvest 1973) Ireland (Harvest 1973) Netherlands (Harvest 1973) New Zealand (Harvest 1973) Portugal (Stateside 1973) South Africa (Harvest 1973) Sweden (Harvest 1973) Australia (Harvest 1974) Japan (Odeon 1974) USA (United Artists 1974) Production and Context Written/produced by Roy Wood, who played all instruments and multi-tracked vocals. Rick Price adds telephone effect. A-side thanks Brian Wilson and Neil Sedaka for influence. Globally published by Carlin Music Corp. Recorded post-Wizzard, appeared on Top of the Pops three times (20 Dec 1973, 3 Jan 1974, 17 Jan 1974). Later on compilations Singles (1993) and Through the Years: The Best of Roy Wood. Chart Performance: UK: No. 8 (Official Singles Chart), charting for 13 weeks. Entry Date: December 1, 1973. Peak: No. 8 (January 26, 1974). Weeks on Chart: 13 (Dec 1, 1973 – Feb 23, 1974). Chart Run: No. 42 (Dec 1), No. 32 (Dec 8), No. 31 (Dec 15), No. 11 (Dec 22), No. 11 (Dec 29), No. 11 (Jan 5), No. 12 (Jan 12), No. 9 (Jan 19), No. 8 (Jan 26), No. 9 (Feb 2), No. 10 (Feb 9), No. 18 (Feb 16), No. 41 (Feb 23). Legacy and Collectibility “Forever” is a glam-pop masterpiece, “Music To Commit Suicide By” a haunting instrumental. Original UK 7-inch vinyls fetch £3–£10 on eBay/Discogs, demo promos (£15–£30). Verify catalogue HAR 5078. Streams on Spotify via Wood compilations preserve the analog warmth. This solo gem is a must-have for Wizzard/Roy Wood fans and ‘70s glam collectors. Have you felt the pull of this Forever glam epic? Does the B-side make you reach for the light switch? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube.

A Crazee Glam-Rock No. 1 Rampage Released as a vinyl LP in the UK in November 1972 (street date December 1, 1972), on Polydor Records (catalogue: 2383 163), Slade’s Slayed? was their third studio album and glam-rock masterpiece. Produced by Chas Chandler for Barn Productions at Olympic Studios, this 10-track assault — featuring “Gudbuy T’Jane,” “Mama Weer All Crazee Now,” and “The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazee” — stormed to No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart for 3 weeks, staying Top 75 for 34 weeks. Issued in gatefold sleeve, cassette, and 8-track variants. Slade’s definitive glam peak. Album Overview Release Details Label: Polydor Records. Formats: Vinyl LP (gatefold), cassette, 8-track cartridge. Full Track Listing Side A 1. How D’You Ride 2. The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazee 3. Look At Last Nite 4. I Won’t Let It ’Appen Agen 5. Move Over Side B 1. Gudbuy T’Jane 2. Gudbuy Gudbuy 3. Mama Weer All Crazee Now 4. I Don’ Mind 5. Let The Good Times Roll / Feel So Fine (medley) Cassette Album (3170-094) – UK Side A/B identical to vinyl (some list B5 as “Let The Good Times Roll/Feel So Fine”). 8-Track Cartridge (3820 066) – UK Program A 1. Gudbuy T'Jane 2. The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazee 3. Look At Last Nite (Part 1) Program B 1. Look At Last Nite (Part 2) 2. I Won’t Let It ’Appen Agen 3. Move Over Program C 1. How D’You Ride 2. Gudbuy Gudbuy 3. Mama Weer All Crazee Now (Part 1) Program D 1. Mama Weer All Crazee Now (Part 2) 2. I Don’ Mind 3. Let The Good Times Roll UK Variants - LP, Album – Polydor 2383 163 – UK – 1972 - Cassette, Album – Polydor 3170-094 – UK – 1972 (red/orange labels) - 8-Track Cartridge, Album – Polydor 3820 066 – UK – 1972 Production and Context Produced by Chas Chandler for Barn Productions. Recorded 1972 at Olympic Studios, London. Slade’s glam peak — “Mama Weer All Crazee Now” and “Gudbuy T’Jane” both UK No. 1 singles. Singles Released and Chart Performance - Mama Weer All Crazee Now (August 25, 1972) – UK No. 1 - Gudbuy T’Jane (November 17, 1972) – UK No. 2 - The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazee (promo only) Album Chart Performance - UK: 1 (3 weeks at No. 1) – entry December 9, 1972 – 34 weeks Top 75 Legacy and Collectibility Slayed? is Slade’s glam-rock No. 1 masterpiece — raw, infectious, and unstoppable. Original UK Polydor gatefold vinyls fetch £30–£100 on eBay/Discogs, cassettes £10–£30, 8-tracks £20–£60. Verify catalogue 2383 163. Streams on Spotify keep the crazee alive. This LP is a must-have for glam collectors. Do you have Slayed? in your vinyl stack? Are you still crazee now? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan: Guitar, Vocals; Steve Peregrine Took: Bongos) recorded a session for BBC's Top Gear hosted by John Peel on Monday, October 30, 1967. The show, produced by Bernie Andrews, was broadcast in two parts on Sunday, November 5, 1967, and Sunday, February 4, 1968. The complete session is available on the Marc Bolan Featuring John's Children, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Marc Bolan & T. Rex – Marc Bolan At The BBC (Radio Sessions And Broadcasts 1967-1977) 6 CD Box Set, released on August 26, 2013. Sunday November 5, 1967: 1-7. Highways (with chat) 1:54 1-8. Dwarfish Trumpet Blues (with chat) 2:36 Sunday February 4, 1968: Scenescof (with interview) 2:18 10. Child Star (with interview) 3:02 11. Pictures Of Purple People (with interview) 2:50 12. Hot Rod Mama (with interview) 3:17

A Rod Stewart Faces Funk-Rock Peak Released in the US on November 23, 1971, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: BS 2574), Faces’ A Nod Is As Good As A Wink...To A Blind Horse — their third studio album — was a raw funk-rock triumph. Produced by Glyn Johns, this 9-track classic featured “Stay With Me” (US No. 17, UK No. 6) and “Miss Judy’s Farm.” Peaked at No. 6 US Billboard 200, No. 2 UK. Issued in Terre Haute, Santa Maria, Pitman pressings with poster, cassette, 8-track, and reel-to-reel variants. The definitive Faces/Rod Stewart collaboration. Album Overview Release Details Label: Warner Bros. Records. Formats: Vinyl LP (Terre Haute/Santa Maria/Pitman pressings), cassette, 8-track, reel-to-reel. Full Track Listing Side A 1. Miss Judy's Farm (3:38) 2. You're So Rude (3:41) 3. Love Lives Here (3:04) 4. Last Orders Please (2:33) 5. Stay With Me (4:37) Side B 1. Debris (4:36) 2. Memphis (5:29) 3. Too Bad (3:12) 4. That's All You Need (5:06) Cassette Album (M5 2574) – US Side A/B identical to vinyl. 8-Track Cartridge (8WM 2574) – US Program A 1. Miss Judy's Farm 2. Memphis Program B 1. Stay With Me 2. Debris Program C 1. You're So Rude 2. Love Lives Here 3. Last Orders Please Program D 1. Too Bad 2. That's All You Need US Variants Vinyl releases 1971 - LP, Album – Warner Bros. BS 2574 – Australia – 1971 - LP, Album – Warner Bros. BS 2574 – Canada – 1971 - LP, Album – Warner Bros. BS 2574 – US (Terre Haute/Santa Maria/Pitman) – 1971 - LP, Album, Club – Warner Bros. BS 2574 – US – 1971 Cassette releases - Cassette, Album – Warner Bros. M5 2574 – US – 1971 8-Track Cartridge releases - 8-Track, Album – Warner Bros. 8WM 2574 – US – 1971 Reel-To-Reel releases - Reel-To-Reel, 3 ¾ ips – Warner Bros. WST 2574 B – US – 1971 Production and Context Produced by Faces & Glyn Johns. Last album with Ronnie Lane. Iconic “Stay With Me” became Faces’ signature live anthem. Singles Released and Chart Performance - Stay With Me (Dec 1971) – US No. 17, UK No. 6 - Maybe I'm Amazed (Apr 1971) – live non-album Album Chart Performance - USA (Billboard 200): 6 - UK: 2 - Australia: 4 - Canada: 5 - Netherlands: 3 - Germany: 34 - Norway: 10 Legacy and Collectibility A Nod Is As Good As A Wink...To A Blind Horse is Faces’ funk-rock peak — “Stay With Me” a timeless anthem. Verify catalogue BS 2574. Streams on Spotify preserve the raucous joy. This LP is a must-have for Faces/Rod Stewart collectors. Do you have A Nod Is As Good As A Wink... in your vinyl stack? Does Stay With Me still rock you? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Bowie’s early masterpieces finally hit America – the Ziggy invasion begins! David Bowie’s Two New Old Albums, a one-page advert for the reissues of Space Oddity and The Man Who Sold The World in Rolling Stone, November 23, 1972. RCA Records and Tapes THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD DAVID BOWIE DAVID BOWIE SPACE ODDITY RCA Two new old albums by the overnight superstar who's been doing it for five years and nobody knew it until now except a small loyal following in America, the entire population of the British Isles, and his visionary record company who now presents you with Space Oddity and The Man Who Sold The World to make it a total of four albums in the collected works of David Bowie who is now touring this country playing to trendy, crazed sellout audiences and that’s the truth. Tour Dates November 11 – Dallas, Majestic Theatre November 12 – Houston, The Music Hall November 14 – New Orleans, Loyola University November 17 – Miami, The Jai Alai Fronton November 20 – Nashville, Municipal Auditorium

Bowie’s glam muse strikes out solo – bluesy, bold, and unapologetic! one-page article in Melody Maker, November 23, 1974.

A Victim Of Love Rock 'n' Roll Cover Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 23, 1979, on The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: XPRES 24), Elton John’s “Johnny B. Goode” was a high-energy Chuck Berry cover from *Victim Of Love*. Backed with “Thunder In The Night,” this Pete Bellotte-produced disco-rocker featured lacquer cut at Utopia Studios. Issued in standard (A/B designated) and no A/B label variants, with a 12-inch companion. No UK chart entry. A bold ‘70s Elton detour. Single Overview Release Details Label: The Rocket Record Company. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (designated A/B or no A/B labels), 12" 45 RPM. Full Track Listing 7" Vinyl (XPRES 24) – all UK pressings Side A Johnny B. Goode (Chuck Berry) Side B Thunder In The Night (Hofmann/Bellotte) 12" Vinyl (XPRES 2412) – UK Side A Johnny B. Goode Side B Thunder In The Night Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket XPRES 24 – UK – 1979 (A/B labels) - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket XPRES 24 – UK – 1979 (no A/B labels) - 12", 45 RPM – Rocket XPRES 2412 – UK – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Australia – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Germany – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Netherlands – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Norway – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Philippines – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Portugal – 1979 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Rocket – Mexico – 1980 Production and Context Produced by Pete Bellotte for Sackville Productions Ltd. From V ictim Of Love (1979). Elton’s full disco album — no Reg Dwight piano, just Bellotte’s Munich machine. Chart Performance No UK chart entry. Legacy and Collectibility “Johnny B. Goode” is Elton’s rare disco-rock Berry cover. Original UK Rocket 7"s Verify catalogue XPRES 24. Streams on Spotify via Victim Of Love* reissues preserve the ‘70s thunder. This single is a must-have for Elton disco-era collectors. Do you have Johnny B. Goode in your vinyl stack? Does it make you go go? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Young Americans era under fire – has Bowie sold his soul to plastic R&B? David Bowie’s Souled Out…?, a one-page article in Disc, November 23, 1974.

A Rough And Ready Funk-Rock Teaser Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the US on November 23, 1971, on Epic Records (catalogue: 5-10814), Jeff Beck Group’s “Got The Feeling” was the lead single from Rough And Ready . Later issues Backed with “Situation,” both tracks written/produced by Jeff Beck, this gritty funk-rock anthem showcased the new Group line-up. Issued initially in styrene Terre Haute pressing, promo stereo/mono, with international releases following. A raw Beck classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: Epic Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (styrene, promo stereo/mono). Full Track Listing Side A Got The Feeling (2:52) – Written-By, Producer: Jeff Beck Side B Situation (2:46) – Written-By, Producer: Jeff Beck Variants (1971) - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Styrene, Stereo, Mono, Terre Haute Pressing – Epic 5-10814 – US – 1971 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono – Epic 5-10814 – US – 1971 Side A Got The Feeling [Mono] 2:52 Side A Got The Feeling [Stereo] 2:52 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Epic – France – 1971 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Epic – Germany – 1971 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Epic – New Zealand – 1971 Production and Context Written/Produced by Jeff Beck. Recorded 1971 at Island Studios, London. Line-up: Jeff Beck (guitar), Bobby Tench (vocals), Max Middleton (keyboards), Clive Chaman (bass), Cozy Powell (drums). First single from Rough And Ready (1971), Beck’s post-Beck-Ola Group reboot. Chart Performance No chart entry Legacy and Collectibility “Got The Feeling” is Jeff Beck Group’s funk-rock teaser. Original US Epic styrene pressings Verify catalogue 5-10814. Streams on Spotify via Rough And Ready reissues preserve the raw edge. This single is a must-have for Jeff Beck collectors. Do you have Got The Feeling in your vinyl stack? Does it give you the feeling? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Glam Xmas No.1 Heartbreaker Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 22, 1974, on RAK Records (catalogue: RAK 187), Mud’s “Lonely This Christmas” was their Chinnichap-produced glam Christmas classic. Backed with “I Can't Stand It,” this Elvis-parody ballad — written by Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman (A) and Mount/Gray/Stiles/Davis (B) — stormed to No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart for 4 weeks over Christmas/New Year. Issued in solid centre, push-out centre, and promo variants, it’s the ultimate ‘70s festive glam tearjerker. Single Overview Release Details Label: RAK Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid centre / push-out centre / promo). Full Track Listing Side A Lonely This Christmas (3:34) – Written-By: N. Chinn-M. Chapman – Producer: Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman Side B I Can't Stand It (2:42) – Written-By: Mount, Gray, Stiles, Davis – Producer: Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman Reissues & Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RAK RAK 187 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo – RAK RAK 187 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre – RAK RAK 187 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – RAK RAK 187 – Belgium/Denmark/Germany/Ireland/Netherlands – 1974 Production and Context Produced by Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman for Chinnichap. Recorded 1974. Mud’s third and final UK No. 1, a glam Christmas staple with Les Gray’s Elvis impersonation. Official UK Singles Chart Data Peak position: 1 10 weeks – 30/11/1974 to 01/02/1975 34 → 19 → 4 → 1 → 1 → 1 → 1 → 8 → 17 → 42 Singles Released and Chart Performance - **UK Official Singles Chart**: 1 (4 weeks at No. 1) – entry 30 Nov 1974 Legacy and Collectibility “Lonely This Christmas” is Mud’s iconic glam Xmas No. 1. Verify catalogue RAK 187. Streams on Spotify preserve the festive tearjerker. This single is a must-have for glam and Christmas collectors. Do you have Lonely This Christmas in your vinyl stack? Does it make you cry every December? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Longest-Titled Faces Swan Song Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 22, 1974, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 16494 / WB 6385), Faces / Rod Stewart’s “You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything (Even Take The Dog For A Walk, Mend A Fuse, Fold Away The Ironing Board, Or Any Other Domestic Short Comings)” — the band’s final official single — holds the record for the longest song title to chart in the UK. Backed with “As Long As You Tell Him,” this upbeat funk-rock anthem, written by McLagan/Jones/Stewart/Wood/Yamauchi (A) and Stewart/Wood (B), peaked at No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart for 9 weeks. Issued in push-out centre, solid centre, styrene, and promo variants, with worldwide releases 1974–1975, it’s the last hurrah of the classic Faces line-up. Single Overview Release Details Label: Warner Bros. Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid/push-out centre, styrene, promo). Full Track Listing Side A You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything (Even Take The Dog For A Walk, Mend A Fuse, Fold Away The Ironing Board, Or Any Other Domestic Short Comings) (5:10) – Written-By: McLagan, Jones, Stewart, Wood, Yamauchi Side B As Long As You Tell Him (4:20) – Written-By: Stewart, Wood Reissues & Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 / WB 6385 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Push-out centre – Warner Bros. K 16494 / WB 6385 – UK – 1974 - 7", Single, Styrene – Warner Bros. K 16494 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – France – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Germany – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – New Zealand – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – USA – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Argentina – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Music Hall K 16494 – Argentina – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Australia – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Japan – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Portugal – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – Spain – 1975 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16494 – USA – 1975 (multiple variants) Production and Context Produced by Faces. Recorded in Munich. Last single before the group’s breakup. Longest song title ever to chart in the UK. Official UK Singles Chart Data Peak position: 12 9 weeks – 07/12/1974 to 01/02/1975 28 → 23 → 12 → 12 → 16 → 14 → 21 → 24 → 41 Singles Released and Chart Performance - UK Official Singles Chart : 12 (9 weeks) – entry 7 Dec 1974 Legacy and Collectibility “You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything...” is Faces’ final funky farewell — longest-titled UK chart hit. Verify catalogue K 16494. Streams on Spotify preserve the raucous joy. This single is a must-have for Faces/Rod Stewart collectors. Do you have You Can Make Me Dance... in your vinyl stack? Does it make you dance? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Dylan-Escher Hard Rock Debut Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on November 22, 1969, on Island Records (catalogue: ILPS 9108), Mott The Hoople’s self-titled debut — their only album with the original line-up — was a raw hard rock/psych gem. Produced by Guy Stevens at Morgan Studios, this 8-track opus featured covers (“You Really Got Me,” “Laugh At Me,” “At The Crossroads”) and originals, with M.C. Escher’s front cover drawing. Peaked at No. 66 UK, No. 185 US. Issued in gatefold with pink 'i' labels, Orlake pressing, mispress variants, and 1970 cassette. The album that started the Mott legend. Album Overview Release Details Label: Island Records. Formats: Vinyl LP (gatefold), cassette (1970). Full Track Listing Vinyl LP (ILPS 9108) – UK Side A 1. You Really Got Me (3:04) – Written-By: Davies 2. At The Crossroads (5:14) – Written-By: Sahm 3. Laugh At Me (7:22) – Written-By: Bono 4. Backsliding Fearlessly (3:15) – Written-By: Hunter Side B 1. Rock And Roll Queen (5:08) – Written-By: Ralphs 2. Rabbit Foot And Toby Time (2:12) – Written-By: Ralphs 3. Half Moon Bay (11:01) – Written-By: Hunter, Ralphs 4. Wrath And Roll (1:32) – Written-By: Stevens Cassette Album (CIR 15018) – UK 1970 Side A 1. You Really Got Me 2. Rabbit Foot And Toby Time 3. Half Moon Bay 4. Backsliding Fearlessly Side B 1. Rock And Roll Queen 2. At The Crossroads 3. Laugh At Me 4. Wrath And Roll UK Reissues & Variants - LP, Album, Gatefold – Island ILPS 9108 – UK – 1969 - LP, Album, Gatefold, Orlake press – Island ILPS 9108 – UK – 1969 - LP, Album, Mispress, Gatefold – Island ILPS 9108 – UK – 1969 - Cassette, Album – Island CIR 15018 – UK – 1970 Production and Context Produced by Guy Stevens. Recorded May–June 1969 at Morgan Studios, London. Line-up: Ian Hunter (vocals/piano), Mick Ralphs (guitar/vocals), Overend Watts (bass), Verden Allen (organ), Buffin (drums). Cover drawing by M.C. Escher. Singles Released and Chart Performance - Rock And Roll Queen (Oct 1969) – no chart Album Chart Performance - UK: 66 - US: 185 Legacy and Collectibilit y Mott The Hoople is the raw debut that launched glam’s godfathers. Original UK pink 'i' gatefold vinyls. Verify catalogue ILPS 9108. Streams on Spotify preserve the psych grit. This LP is a must-have for Mott/Bowie collectors. Do you have Mott The Hoople in your vinyl stack? Is the rabbit foot lucky? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Young Americans-era Bowie hits Wembley – soul horns and blue-eyed funk invade London! one-page article in New Musical Express, November 22, 1975.

Spiders From Mars Reboot The Spiders From Mars’s “White Man, Black Man” was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 14, 1975, on PYE Records (catalogue: 7N 45549). Backed with “Nation Poll,” this post-Bowie glam-funk strut and moody B-side (both written by Black, McDonald, produced by Dennis McKay & the band), were issued in push-out centre, solid centre, and promo variants. No UK chart entry. Issued in paper labels, company sleeve, promo with large A and 14-11-74 date, plus Australian, Spanish, and Brazilian pressings, it’s a rare ‘75 glam reissue pair. Single Overview A-Side: “White Man, Black Man” (2:45) Written-By – Black, McDonald. Producer – Dennis McKay, The Spiders From Mars. B-Side: “Nation Poll” (4:00) Written-By – Black, McDonald. Producer – Dennis McKay, The Spiders From Mars. Release Details: Label: PYE Records (UK pressing, 45 RPM). Published By – Essex Music International. Producer – Dennis McKay, The Spiders From Mars. UK Formats: Vinyl, 7" Single Paper Labels, Push Out Center, Company Sleeve (7N 45549) Commercial release. Vinyl, 7" Single Paper Labels, Solid Center, Company Sleeve (7N 45549) Commercial release. Vinyl, 7" Single, Promo Paper Labels, Solid Center, Large A and release date 14-11-74 printed on labels (7N 45549) UK (PYE Records 7N 45549) Released November 14, 1975. 7-inch (push-out, solid, promo). Review November 15, 1975 Country Variations: The single was released in several countries: Australia (Astor AP-1883) 7", 45 RPM, Single, Company Sleeve. 1975. Spain (PYE Records P-1009) 7", 45 RPM, Single in Picture Sleeve. 1976. Brazil (Pye Records 4-14-101-076) 7", Single, Stereo, Company Sleeve. 1976. Production and Context Written by Trevor Bolder (Black) & Pete McDonald. Produced by Dennis McKay and the band (Bolder, McDonald, Woody Woodmansey, Dave Black). Post-Bowie Spiders lineup debut. Funky glam with social commentary. Essex Music International publishing. Chart Performance: No UK chart entry. Legacy and Collectibility “White Man, Black Man” is a gritty glam-funk relic, “Nation Poll” a brooding closer. Original UK push-out vinyls fetch £15–£30 on eBay/Discogs, solid centre (£20–£40), promos (£50–£100). Verify large A and 14-11-74 on promo labels. Streams check out the whole album. This post-Ziggy gem is a must-have for Bowie sidemen and ‘75 glam collectors. Have you tracked down this Spiders funk strut? Does “Nation Poll” still echo in your mind? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube.

Shock rock invades the Highlands! Alice Cooper Group’s cover and two-page article in Disc, November 18, 1972.

A Glam Xmas No. 4 Evergreen Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 30, 1973, on Harvest Records (catalogue: HAR 5079), Wizzard’s “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday” was Roy Wood’s glam Christmas anthem. Backed with “Rob Roy's Nightmare (A Bit More H. A.),” this choir-backed festive rocker — with The Stockland Green Bilateral School First Year Choir and The Suedettes — peaked at No. 4 on the Official Singles Chart for 9 weeks. Issued in gatefold sleeve (Warner sleeve with Harvest sticker), solid/4-prong centre, promo, and Decca contract pressing variants, with worldwide releases. A perennial Christmas classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: Harvest Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (gatefold sleeve, solid/4-prong centre, promo, Decca pressing). Full Track Listing Side A I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday – Written-By: Roy Wood – Backing Vocals: The Stockland Green Bilateral School First Year Choir, The Suedettes Side B Rob Roy's Nightmare (A Bit More H. A.) – Written-By: Mike Burney Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Gatefold Sleeve – Harvest HAR 5079 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Picture Sleeve/Gatefold – Warner Bros. K 16336 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest HAR 5079 – UK – 1973 - 7", Single, Promo – Harvest HAR 5079 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Decca Contract Pressing – Harvest HAR 5079 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Australia – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Denmark – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Germany – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Greece – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Ireland – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Netherlands – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – New Zealand – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – Norway – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Harvest – South Africa – 1973 Production and Context Produced by Roy Wood. “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday” featured school choir and glam sleigh bells. B-side sax-driven instrumental by Mike Burney. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 4 9 weeks – December 8, 1973 to February 2, 1974 19 → 6 → 4 → 4 → 4 → 4 → 16 → 22 → 41 Chart Performance - UK Official Singles Chart: 4 (9 weeks) – entry December 8, 1973 Legacy and Collectibility “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday” is Wizzard’s glam Christmas classic — perennial festive No. 1 contender. Original UK Harvest gatefold pressings fetch £15–£50 on eBay/Discogs, promos £40–£100. Verify catalogue HAR 5079. Streams on Spotify make it a Christmas staple. This single is a must-have for glam and Christmas collectors. CITY OF BIRMINGHAM EDUCATION COMMITTEE STOCKLAND GREEN SCHOOL Your youngster has been invited to join a small group of nine members of our Junior Choir who are going to London on Tuesday afternoon next 30th October, during the Half Tern holiday, to take part in a recording session. They are going to provide a children's chorus for a Christmas record by the "pop" group "Wizzard", entitled "I wish it would be Christmas every day". The group will rehearse at school on Monday afternoon 29th October at 2.0 p.n. with Mr. Powell, our Head of Music. On Tuesday they will meet at school at 10.30 a.m. and will then go to London by coach, (accompanied by Mr. Powell and another colleague. They should bring a packed lunch to eat on the journey. The recording session will begin at 2.30 p.n. The children will be provided with a meal in London and will be back at school not later than 9 p.n. that evening. Nornal school travel insurance will be taken out. Ho cost will fall on you as parents. I an sorry to give you such short notice, but if you have any query I should be grateful if you would contact us as soon as possible. In any case, if your child cannot join the party, please contact the school by 10 a.m. Monday so that we can arrange a substitute in tine for that afternoon's rehearsal. Do you have I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday in your vinyl stack? Is it Christmas every day? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Reading Festival Live B-Side Glory Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 30, 1973, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 16341), Faces’ “Pool Hall Richard” was their raucous glam-rock anthem. Backed with the live “I Wish It Would Rain (With A Trumpet)” (recorded at Reading Festival ’73), marketed as a double A-Side this Stewart/Wood original (A1) and Strong/Whitfield/Penzabene cover (A2) peaked at No. 8 on the Official Singles Chart for 11 weeks. Pressed by CBS Aston Clinton with solid centre, knockout centre, and promo variants, lacquer cut by MELS. A Faces classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: Warner Bros. Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid centre / knockout centre / promo). Full Track Listing Side A Pool Hall Richard (4:20) – Written-By: Stewart, Wood – Producer: Mike Bobak Side B I Wish It Would Rain (With A Trumpet) (4:50) – Written-By: Strong, Whitfield, Penzabene – Producer: Ron Nevison – Recorded live at Reading Festival ’73 Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. K 16341 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre – Warner Bros. K 16341 – UK – 1973 - 7", Promo – Warner Bros. K 16341 – UK – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – France – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – Germany – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – Netherlands – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – South Africa – 1973 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – Japan – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – Warner Bros. – Yugoslavia – 1974 Production and Context A-side produced by Mike Bobak. B-side produced by Ron Nevison, live at Reading Festival ’73. Last major Faces single before Ronnie Lane’s departure. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 8 11 weeks – 08/12/1973 to 16/02/1974 38 → 26 → 20 → 20 → 16 → 8 → 11 → 11 → 15 → 24 → 41 Singles Released and Chart Performance UK Official Singles Chart : 8 (11 weeks) – 8 December 8, 1973 Legacy and Collectibility “Pool Hall Richard” is Faces’ raucous glam-rock anthem with live B-side thunder. Original UK Warner pressings (solid/knockout centre) fetch £10–£30 on eBay/Discogs, promos £20–£50. Verify catalogue K 16341. Streams on Spotify preserve the festival fire. This single is a must-have for Faces/Rod Stewart collectors. Do you have Pool Hall Richard in your vinyl stack? Does it cue the funk? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Flame Soundtrack Glam-Rock Peak Released as a vinyl LP in the UK in November 29, 1974, on Polydor Records (catalogue: 2442 126), Slade’s Slade In Flame — the original soundtrack from their feature film Flame — was a gritty glam-rock masterpiece. Produced by Chas Chandler for Barn Productions Ltd. at Olympic Studios, this 10-track album featured “Far Far Away” and “How Does It Feel.” Peaked at No. 6 on the UK Albums Chart for 18 weeks. Issued in gatefold sleeve with horn-heavy arrangements, cassette, and 8-track variants. Slade’s cinematic triumph. Album Overview Release Details Label: Polydor Records. Formats: Vinyl LP (gatefold), cassette, 8-track cartridge. Full Track Listing (all formats) Side A 1. How Does It Feel? 2. Them Kinda Monkeys Can't Swing 3. So Far So Good 4. Summer Song (Wishing You Were Here) 5. O.K. Yesterday Was Yesterday Side B 1. Far Far Away 2. This Girl 3. Lay It Down 4. Heaven Knows 5. Standin' On The Corner Cassette Album (3170 209) – UK Side A 1. How Does It Feel? 2. Them Kinda Monkeys Can't Swing 3. So Far So Good 4. Summer Song (Wishing You Were Here) 5. O.K. Yesterday Was Yesterday Side B 1. Far Far Away 2. This Girl 3. Lay It Down 4. Heaven Knows 5. Standin' On The Corner 8-Track Cartridge (3820 134) – UK Program A 1. How Does It Feel? 2. O.K. Yesterday Was Yesterday Program B 1. Them Kinda Monkeys Can't Swing 2. So Far So Good 3. Summer Song (Wishing You Were Here) Program C 1. Far Far Away 2. This Girl 3. Lay It Down - Part One Program D 1. Lay It Down - Part Two 2. Heaven Knows 3. Standin' On The Corner UK Variants - LP, Album – Polydor 2442 126 – UK – 1974 - Cassette, Album – Polydor 3170 209 – UK – 1974 (grey cassette, red paper labels) - 8-Track Cartridge, Album – Polydor 3820 134 – UK – 1974 Production and Context Produced by Chas Chandler for Barn Productions Ltd. Horns: Chris Smith, Malcolm Griffiths, Mick Eve, Steve Gregory, Chris Mercer, Eddie Quansah, Ron Carthy, Byd Beadle. Recorded at Olympic Studios, London. Original soundtrack to the film Flame — Slade’s raw rock opera. Singles Released and Chart Performance - Far Far Away (11 Oct 1974) – UK No. 2 - How Does It Feel (7 Feb 1975) – UK No. 15 Album Chart Performance - UK: 6 (18 weeks) – entry 14 Dec 1974 Legacy and Collectibility Slade In Flame is Slade’s film soundtrack masterpiece — gritty glam with “Far Far Away.” Original UK Polydor gatefold vinyls fetch £20–£60 on eBay/Discogs, cassettes £10–£30, 8-tracks £30–£80. Verify catalogue 2442 126 (vinyl) / 3170 209 (cassette) / 3820 134 (8-track) Streams on Spotify preserve the flame. This album is a must-have for Slade collectors. Do you have Slade In Flame in your collection? Does it burn bright? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

A Glam Film Theme Stardust Sparkle Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 29, 1974, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 2828 / 2828), David Essex’s “Stardust” was the theme from the film Stardust (sequel to That'll Be The Day ). Backed with “Miss Sweetness,” both written by David Essex and produced/arranged/orchestrated by Jeff Wayne for Jeff Wayne Music, this glam-pop anthem peaked at No. 7 on the Official Singles Chart for 10 weeks. Lacquer cut by ARUN at Aston Clinton, issued in solid centre (picture sleeve/company bag), knockout centre (picture sleeve), and international variants. A shimmering ‘70s Essex classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: CBS Records. Formats: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single (solid centre picture sleeve/company bag, knockout centre picture sleeve). Full Track Listing Side A Stardust (2:50) – Written-By: D. Essex – Taken from the film *Stardust* Side B Miss Sweetness (4:36) – Written-By: D. Essex Global Variants - 7", 45 RPM, Single – CBS S CBS 2828 – UK – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – CBS – Netherlands – 1974 - 7", 45 RPM, Single – CBS – France – 1976 Production and Context Produced/Conducted/Arranged/Orchestrated by Jeff Wayne for Jeff Wayne Music. Published April Music Ltd. (A), Rock On Music (B). From the film *Stardust*. Official Singles Chart Data Peak position: 7 10 weeks – 14/12/1974 to 15/02/1975 42 → 27 → 27 → 26 → 16 → 7 → 10 → 16 → 21 → 40 Legacy and Collectibility “Stardust” is David Essex’s glam film theme classic. Original UK CBS pressings (solid/knockout centre) fetch £5–£20 on eBay/Discogs. Verify catalogue S CBS 2828. Streams on Spotify preserve the stardust shine. This single is a must-have for Essex and ‘70s glam collectors. Do you have Stardust in your vinyl stack? Does it make you a star? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including PDiscogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Jet Records (catalog number JET 779) on August 20, 1976 Roy Wood’s "Any Old Time Will Do"  backed with "The Rain Came Down on Everything" , was taken from Roy’s second solo album, Mustard, which marked a shift from the pastoral, homemade style of his debut Boulders (1973) to a grander, more layered pop sound. The album, entirely performed and produced by Wood, drew influences from the Beach Boys, the Andrews Sisters, and Led Zeppelin, showcasing his eclectic style.