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From Obscurity To Obscurity Article
Genesis go full prog-glam freakout – Circus dives deep into the fox-mask madness!
four-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974.
Genesis go full prog-glam freakout – Circus dives deep into the fox-mask madness!
four-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974.
December 13, 2025 at 6:53 AM
From Obscurity To Obscurity Article
Genesis go full prog-glam freakout – Circus dives deep into the fox-mask madness!
four-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974.
Genesis go full prog-glam freakout – Circus dives deep into the fox-mask madness!
four-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974.
Steve Currie Joins Article : 1970
T.Rex go electric – the bassman who made the boogie thunder arrives!
Melody Maker, December 12, 1970
T.Rex go electric – the bassman who made the boogie thunder arrives!
Melody Maker, December 12, 1970
December 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Steve Currie Joins Article : 1970
T.Rex go electric – the bassman who made the boogie thunder arrives!
Melody Maker, December 12, 1970
T.Rex go electric – the bassman who made the boogie thunder arrives!
Melody Maker, December 12, 1970
two-page feature in Circus Raves Magazine, December 1, 1974
December 12, 2025 at 4:24 PM
two-page feature in Circus Raves Magazine, December 1, 1974
Rock Shimmies West Article: 1974
Alex Harvey’s vaudeville rock pirates invade America – Circus Raves goes wild!
Alex Harvey’s vaudeville rock pirates invade America – Circus Raves goes wild!
December 12, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Rock Shimmies West Article: 1974
Alex Harvey’s vaudeville rock pirates invade America – Circus Raves goes wild!
Alex Harvey’s vaudeville rock pirates invade America – Circus Raves goes wild!
Bolan brings the bop to Wiltshire – one night only! concert advert in Melody Maker, December 12, 1970.
December 12, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Bolan brings the bop to Wiltshire – one night only! concert advert in Melody Maker, December 12, 1970.
He picks the dummy up, lovingly cuts its throat with the spear head and then disembowels it. He throws it on the floor and flails away at it with the hammer. Bored, he wanders over and sits down in the chair. Behind him the band build up to the screaming climax of Black Juju.
December 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM
He picks the dummy up, lovingly cuts its throat with the spear head and then disembowels it. He throws it on the floor and flails away at it with the hammer. Bored, he wanders over and sits down in the chair. Behind him the band build up to the screaming climax of Black Juju.
Alice Cooper Group: "Through The Looking Glass" Feature (1971)
six-page feature in Creem Magazine, December 1, 1971.
Behind him there is some object shrouded in a white cover. He rips the cover back revealing an electric chair with a dummy sprawled across it.
six-page feature in Creem Magazine, December 1, 1971.
Behind him there is some object shrouded in a white cover. He rips the cover back revealing an electric chair with a dummy sprawled across it.
December 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Alice Cooper Group: "Through The Looking Glass" Feature (1971)
six-page feature in Creem Magazine, December 1, 1971.
Behind him there is some object shrouded in a white cover. He rips the cover back revealing an electric chair with a dummy sprawled across it.
six-page feature in Creem Magazine, December 1, 1971.
Behind him there is some object shrouded in a white cover. He rips the cover back revealing an electric chair with a dummy sprawled across it.
Both Ends Burning Single: 1975
A Siren Live Glam Torch
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 12, 1975, on Island Records, Roxy Music’s “Both Ends Burning” was the second single from Siren. The A-side (studio, edited to 3:58) was backed with “For Your Pleasure” recorded live.
A Siren Live Glam Torch
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 12, 1975, on Island Records, Roxy Music’s “Both Ends Burning” was the second single from Siren. The A-side (studio, edited to 3:58) was backed with “For Your Pleasure” recorded live.
December 12, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Both Ends Burning Single: 1975
A Siren Live Glam Torch
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 12, 1975, on Island Records, Roxy Music’s “Both Ends Burning” was the second single from Siren. The A-side (studio, edited to 3:58) was backed with “For Your Pleasure” recorded live.
A Siren Live Glam Torch
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on December 12, 1975, on Island Records, Roxy Music’s “Both Ends Burning” was the second single from Siren. The A-side (studio, edited to 3:58) was backed with “For Your Pleasure” recorded live.
The New Band Article: 1974
Bolan unveils the new T.Rex line-up – bigger, brasher, ready to conquer America!
Marc Bolan's new band - full-page feature in Bravo magazine, December 12, 1974.
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Bolan unveils the new T.Rex line-up – bigger, brasher, ready to conquer America!
Marc Bolan's new band - full-page feature in Bravo magazine, December 12, 1974.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The New Band Article: 1974
Bolan unveils the new T.Rex line-up – bigger, brasher, ready to conquer America!
Marc Bolan's new band - full-page feature in Bravo magazine, December 12, 1974.
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Bolan unveils the new T.Rex line-up – bigger, brasher, ready to conquer America!
Marc Bolan's new band - full-page feature in Bravo magazine, December 12, 1974.
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Slade's Crazee Christmas Conquest
The week December 3 - 9 December 1972, Slade’s Slayed? entered the Official Albums Chart at No. 5 — the beginning of an unstoppable 25-week run that saw it hit No. 1 for three weeks (January 13, January 27, and February 3, 1973).
The week December 3 - 9 December 1972, Slade’s Slayed? entered the Official Albums Chart at No. 5 — the beginning of an unstoppable 25-week run that saw it hit No. 1 for three weeks (January 13, January 27, and February 3, 1973).
December 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Slade's Crazee Christmas Conquest
The week December 3 - 9 December 1972, Slade’s Slayed? entered the Official Albums Chart at No. 5 — the beginning of an unstoppable 25-week run that saw it hit No. 1 for three weeks (January 13, January 27, and February 3, 1973).
The week December 3 - 9 December 1972, Slade’s Slayed? entered the Official Albums Chart at No. 5 — the beginning of an unstoppable 25-week run that saw it hit No. 1 for three weeks (January 13, January 27, and February 3, 1973).
Award Winners for 1975 Article: 1974
Elton sweeps the board – the rocket man crowned king of rock for ’75! three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974..
Elton sweeps the board – the rocket man crowned king of rock for ’75! three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974..
December 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Award Winners for 1975 Article: 1974
Elton sweeps the board – the rocket man crowned king of rock for ’75! three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974..
Elton sweeps the board – the rocket man crowned king of rock for ’75! three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1974..
Alice Cooper: Tales From the Inside 🧵
The Marvel Premiere 50 issue, titled "Alice Cooper: From the Inside," is a notable comic book adaptation tied to Alice Cooper’s 1978 concept album From the Inside. Below a detailed overview based on available information.
The Marvel Premiere 50 issue, titled "Alice Cooper: From the Inside," is a notable comic book adaptation tied to Alice Cooper’s 1978 concept album From the Inside. Below a detailed overview based on available information.
December 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Alice Cooper: Tales From the Inside 🧵
The Marvel Premiere 50 issue, titled "Alice Cooper: From the Inside," is a notable comic book adaptation tied to Alice Cooper’s 1978 concept album From the Inside. Below a detailed overview based on available information.
The Marvel Premiere 50 issue, titled "Alice Cooper: From the Inside," is a notable comic book adaptation tied to Alice Cooper’s 1978 concept album From the Inside. Below a detailed overview based on available information.
Alice Cooper on Tour Advert: 1971
(in December)
1-New York-Academy of Music
3-New Orleans-Municipal Auditorium
5-Baton Rouge-Independence Hall/Independence Hotel
8-Columbus-Ohio Theatre
10-Indianapolis-Coliseum
11-Dayton-Dayton Hare Arena...
New Single:
UNDER MY WHEELS
WB-7529 Warner Bros.
(in December)
1-New York-Academy of Music
3-New Orleans-Municipal Auditorium
5-Baton Rouge-Independence Hall/Independence Hotel
8-Columbus-Ohio Theatre
10-Indianapolis-Coliseum
11-Dayton-Dayton Hare Arena...
New Single:
UNDER MY WHEELS
WB-7529 Warner Bros.
December 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Alice Cooper on Tour Advert: 1971
(in December)
1-New York-Academy of Music
3-New Orleans-Municipal Auditorium
5-Baton Rouge-Independence Hall/Independence Hotel
8-Columbus-Ohio Theatre
10-Indianapolis-Coliseum
11-Dayton-Dayton Hare Arena...
New Single:
UNDER MY WHEELS
WB-7529 Warner Bros.
(in December)
1-New York-Academy of Music
3-New Orleans-Municipal Auditorium
5-Baton Rouge-Independence Hall/Independence Hotel
8-Columbus-Ohio Theatre
10-Indianapolis-Coliseum
11-Dayton-Dayton Hare Arena...
New Single:
UNDER MY WHEELS
WB-7529 Warner Bros.
A Blackfoot Sue New Entry
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK December 10, 1972 on Jam Records, Blackfoot Sue’s “Sing Don’t Speak” — entered the BBC Official Singles Chart on the week of December 10-16, 1972, peaking at No. 36 for 5 weeks.
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK December 10, 1972 on Jam Records, Blackfoot Sue’s “Sing Don’t Speak” — entered the BBC Official Singles Chart on the week of December 10-16, 1972, peaking at No. 36 for 5 weeks.
December 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
A Blackfoot Sue New Entry
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK December 10, 1972 on Jam Records, Blackfoot Sue’s “Sing Don’t Speak” — entered the BBC Official Singles Chart on the week of December 10-16, 1972, peaking at No. 36 for 5 weeks.
Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK December 10, 1972 on Jam Records, Blackfoot Sue’s “Sing Don’t Speak” — entered the BBC Official Singles Chart on the week of December 10-16, 1972, peaking at No. 36 for 5 weeks.
First Step was released originally in the UK on March 21, 1970, with the labels printed as The First Step. In the US, it was released on the same date; however, the cover listed the band as Small Faces, and the labels once again read The First Step.
December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
First Step was released originally in the UK on March 21, 1970, with the labels printed as The First Step. In the US, it was released on the same date; however, the cover listed the band as Small Faces, and the labels once again read The First Step.
Faces First Two Albums Reissued:
Dec 10, 1971
Rod & the boys raid the vaults – First Step and Long Player back just in time for the Nod!
Dec 10, 1971
Rod & the boys raid the vaults – First Step and Long Player back just in time for the Nod!
December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Faces First Two Albums Reissued:
Dec 10, 1971
Rod & the boys raid the vaults – First Step and Long Player back just in time for the Nod!
Dec 10, 1971
Rod & the boys raid the vaults – First Step and Long Player back just in time for the Nod!
The album includes two original ballads and a rendition of Chuck Berry's "Memphis, Tennessee". Bassist Ronnie Lane, typically limited to backing vocals and rare lead vocals on earlier Faces albums, takes the lead on three of his compositions in this record, one of which he co-wrote with Ian McLagan
December 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The album includes two original ballads and a rendition of Chuck Berry's "Memphis, Tennessee". Bassist Ronnie Lane, typically limited to backing vocals and rare lead vocals on earlier Faces albums, takes the lead on three of his compositions in this record, one of which he co-wrote with Ian McLagan
The release was the third album from Faces, also their second release of 1971, gained widespread success, partly due to lead singer Rod Stewart's solo hit "Maggie May". It became their most successful album globally, reaching No. 6 in the US and No. 2 in the UK.
December 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The release was the third album from Faces, also their second release of 1971, gained widespread success, partly due to lead singer Rod Stewart's solo hit "Maggie May". It became their most successful album globally, reaching No. 6 in the US and No. 2 in the UK.
A Nod's as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse Album: 1971
Faces’ A Nod’s as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse was released in the UK by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number K 56006) on December 10, 1971, following its US release on November 23, 1971.
Faces’ A Nod’s as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse was released in the UK by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number K 56006) on December 10, 1971, following its US release on November 23, 1971.
December 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A Nod's as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse Album: 1971
Faces’ A Nod’s as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse was released in the UK by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number K 56006) on December 10, 1971, following its US release on November 23, 1971.
Faces’ A Nod’s as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse was released in the UK by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number K 56006) on December 10, 1971, following its US release on November 23, 1971.
The five-page spread delves into his horror-inspired performances, detailing the development of his Welcome to My Nightmare tour and his influence on theatrical rock during the mid 70’s
December 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The five-page spread delves into his horror-inspired performances, detailing the development of his Welcome to My Nightmare tour and his influence on theatrical rock during the mid 70’s
Alice Cooper Horror Cover & Feature: 1975
English Translation German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
English Translation German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
December 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Alice Cooper Horror Cover & Feature: 1975
English Translation German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
English Translation German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
The five-page spread delves into his horror-inspired performances, detailing the development of his Welcome to My Nightmare tour and his influence on theatrical rock during the mid 70’s
December 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The five-page spread delves into his horror-inspired performances, detailing the development of his Welcome to My Nightmare tour and his influence on theatrical rock during the mid 70’s
Alice Cooper Horror Cover & Feature: 1975
German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
December 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Alice Cooper Horror Cover & Feature: 1975
German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
German Original
Welcome to his nightmare – Alice takes over Pop with blood, boas, and total terror!
Alice Cooper’s Horror Cover & Five-Page Feature, published in Pop magazine on December 10, 1975.
Rock 'N' Role Reversal Review: 1983
Bowie swaps genders and blows minds – NME's Garden of Eden
one-page video review in New Musical Express, December 10, 1983
Bowie swaps genders and blows minds – NME's Garden of Eden
one-page video review in New Musical Express, December 10, 1983
December 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Rock 'N' Role Reversal Review: 1983
Bowie swaps genders and blows minds – NME's Garden of Eden
one-page video review in New Musical Express, December 10, 1983
Bowie swaps genders and blows minds – NME's Garden of Eden
one-page video review in New Musical Express, December 10, 1983
Popfoto Suzi Quatro Cover: 1973
Suzi storms Germany – leather queen rules the teen mags!
Suzi Quatro on the cover of Popfoto magazine December 10, (No. 25/73), 1973 – white leather jumpsuit, bass slung low, and that killer glare. Inside: posters of Suzi, Jürgen Marcus, and Ten Years After.
Suzi storms Germany – leather queen rules the teen mags!
Suzi Quatro on the cover of Popfoto magazine December 10, (No. 25/73), 1973 – white leather jumpsuit, bass slung low, and that killer glare. Inside: posters of Suzi, Jürgen Marcus, and Ten Years After.
December 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Popfoto Suzi Quatro Cover: 1973
Suzi storms Germany – leather queen rules the teen mags!
Suzi Quatro on the cover of Popfoto magazine December 10, (No. 25/73), 1973 – white leather jumpsuit, bass slung low, and that killer glare. Inside: posters of Suzi, Jürgen Marcus, and Ten Years After.
Suzi storms Germany – leather queen rules the teen mags!
Suzi Quatro on the cover of Popfoto magazine December 10, (No. 25/73), 1973 – white leather jumpsuit, bass slung low, and that killer glare. Inside: posters of Suzi, Jürgen Marcus, and Ten Years After.