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Glam Rock Chronicles


Alvin Stardust: A Beginner's Guide
Was the stage name of Bernard William Jewry, an English pop singer and actor who became a notable figure in the glam rock movement of the...

Alvin Stardust
Aug 11


Rocket Man’s Rhapsody
The Beginning of Glam: Early 1970s: Elton John began to embrace glam rock around the time of his album "Honky Château" (1972). This period was marked by a shift towards more theatrical and flamboyant performances, influenced by the likes of David Bowie, Marc Bolan of T. Rex, and the broader glam rock movement in Britain. Visual Transformation: Elton's stage presence became increasingly extravagant. He adopted flamboyant costumes designed by prominent figures like Bob Mackie a

Elton John
Aug 10


Lou Reed: A Beginner's Guide
Born Lewis Allan Reed on March 2, 1942, passed on October 27, 2013) was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and poet, widely recognized for his profound influence on rock music. Here's an overview of his life, career, and impact: Early Life: Background: Born in Brooklyn, New York, Reed grew up in Freeport, Long Island. He was an only child, and his early life was marked by a complex relationship with his parents, particularly his father, which would later influence his

Lou Reed
Aug 9


Sparks: A Beginner's Guide
American pop and rock duo formed by brothers Ron and Russell Mael in Los Angeles in 1970, initially under the name Halfnelson. Here's an...

Sparks
Aug 8
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