Glam Slam & Escape (Collective)

A 10×7" Glam Career Retrospective Released as a limited 10×7" box set in the UK on December 3, 1982, on RCA Records (catalogue: BOW 100), David Bowie’s Fashions was a career-spanning retrospective curated from Space Oddity to Scary Monsters . Featuring 20 tracks — including classics “Space Oddity,” “Changes,” “Ziggy Stardust,” “Rebel Rebel,” “Golden Years,” and “Ashes To Ashes” — each single in its own picture sleeve, with a booklet (The New Singles No. 955). No chart entry

A Zipper Catches Skin Sci-Fi Rocker Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 26, 1982, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: K 15004), Alice Cooper’s “I Am The Future” was taken from the soundtrack to the film Class Of 1984 (and later included on Zipper Catches Skin ). Backed with “Zorro's Ascent,” this hard rock anthem — co-written with Gary Osborne & Lalo Schifrin (A) and Cooper/Billy Steele/Erik Scott/John Nitzinger (B) — was produced by Alice Cooper & Erik Sc

A Christmas Duet For The Ages Released as a 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 26, 1982, on RCA Records (catalogue: BOW 12), David Bowie & Bing Crosby’s “Peace On Earth / Little Drummer Boy” was the legendary 1977 TV duet from Bing Crosby’s Merrie Olde Christmas , finally issued five years after Crosby’s death. Backed with Bowie’s “Fantastic Voyage” from Lodger, this timeless holiday pairing — written by Ian Fraser, Larry Grossman, & Buz Kohan (Peace On Ea

Slade’s Kamikaze Waltz released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 19, 1982, Slade’s “(And Now - The Waltz) C’est La Vie” on RCA (catalogue: RCA 291 / PB 68015) was backed with “Merry Xmas Everybody (Live & Kickin’)” by Slade & The Assorted Nutters Choir, this sweeping ballad and raucous live B-side (both written by Lea, Holder), were issued as the lead single from The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome (and later Keep Your Hands Off My Power Supply ). It peaked at No. 5

A Glam Ghost Revival Alvin Stardust’s “A Picture Of You” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 12, 1982, on Stiff Records (catalogue: BUY 160). Backed with “Hold Tight,” this nostalgic glam cover, written by Oakman and Beveridge, was produced by Peter Collins for Loose End Productions. The A-side’s retro charm and Stardust’s brooding vocals did not chart in the UK. Pressed by CBS Aston Clinton and lacquer cut by ARUN, it was issued in standard and promo vari

Elton's Good Times Re-Mix Elton John’s “All Quiet On The Western Front” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 12, 1982, on The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: XPRES 88). Backed with “Where Have All The Good Times Gone (Re-Mix),” this reflective rock track, written by Bernie Taupin and Elton John, was produced by Chris Thomas. The A-side’s poignant anti-war message did not chart in the UK. Issued in standard, grey injection label, promo, poster bag, and Net

A Rockin' Live Extravaganza Rod Stewart’s Absolutely Live double LP, was released in the UK on November 6, 1982, on Riva Records (catalogue: RVLP 17). This 19-track live album captured Stewart’s 1981–1982 tour, with hits like “Maggie May” and “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?.” Produced by George Tutko – engineer, mixing Ricky DeLena – assistant engineer, it featured guest vocals from Kim Carnes and Tina Turner on “Stay with Me.” Recorded at The Forum (Los Angeles), Long Beach Arena, Sa

Quatro's Polydor Pivot Suzi Quatro’s “Heart Of Stone” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 29, 1982, on Polydor Records (catalogue: POSP 477). Released as the lead single from her eighth studio album, Main Attraction, only in the UK and Spain, and was also her first single release by the record label, Polydor. It was co-written by Quatro and keyboardist Chris Andrews, the latter of whom also co-produced it. The single release features the song "Remote Contro

A Funky Apocalypse Dance Party Prince’s 1999 double LP, released in the US on October 27, 1982, on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue: 9 23720-1 F / 9 23720-1 / 23720-1 / 1-23720), was his fifth studio album and a breakthrough from cult status to mainstream icon. Recorded at Kiowa Trail Home Studio and Sunset Sound, this 11-track fusion of funk, rock, new wave, and R&B showcased Prince as a multi-instrumental genius, playing most parts himself with band support from Brown Mark,

Glitter Bands "Heartbeat To Heartache" backed with "I Don't Want To See You Tonight" was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by...