Glam Slam & Escape (Collective)

released October 4, 1980 as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor Records (catalog: POSP 160) "Sixties Man" backed with "Tall Girls" by Sweet was issued to promote their album Sweet VI (also known as Give Us a Wink in some markets), this single marked the band’s shift toward a synth-infused '80s sound, moving away from their classic bubblegum glam of the '70s. Without original vocalist Brian Connolly, it reflected The Sweet’s attempt to stay relevant amid a changing musical landsc

Suzi Quatro's "Rock Hard" b/w "State of Mind" is a high-energy hard rock single from her seventh studio album Rock Hard, released in the...

Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel's "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)" / "Sebastian" – 1980 Reissue Released on October 3, 1980, by EMI...

A Live Glam Revival Slade’s Alive At Reading '80 7-inch vinyl EP, was released in the UK on October 3, 1980, on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: CHEAP 5). This four-track live EP, recorded at the Reading Rock Festival on August 24, 1980, captured the band’s energetic comeback, blending their glam roots with rock 'n' roll covers. Produced by the band, the EP peaked at No. 44 on the UK Singles Chart, revitalizing Slade amid a punk-dominated scene. Tracklist: Side A1: When I'm Da

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Often Copied Never Equalled," a one-page advert in New Musical Express, September 27, 1980

Marc Bolan’s "Marc Bolan's Consumers Guide Part 2" , a three-page feature in New Musical Express , September 27, 1980.

David Bowie’s Scary Monsters, a one-page review "The Moods of an Artist" in Musicians Only Magazine, September 20, 1980.

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Your Master’s Voice," a one-page review in Melody Maker, September 20, 1980.

David Bowie’s "Scary Monsters - Bowie Takes A Bow," a one-page review in Record Mirror, September 20, 1980.

Musicians Only One Page (Sep 20, 1980)