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Roxy Music: "Fans Angry as Roxy Miss Gig" Feature (1973)
Roxy Music, Faces, Ronnie Lane’s "Fans Angry as Roxy Miss Gig" , a one-page news feature in Record Mirror , November 17, 1973.

Roxy Music
Nov 17, 1973


David Bowie: Pinups Album Chart (1973)
A Glam Covers Extravaganza David Bowie’s Pinups LP, was released in the UK on October 19, 1973, on RCA Records (catalogue: RS 1003). The album entered the BBC UK Albums Chart on October 28 - November 3 at the top position, a place it held for 5 consecutive weeks as part of an initial 21-week run. Chart Data (1973) October 28 - November 3, 1973: (1) November 4-10 , 1973: (1) November 11-17 , 1973:(1) November 18-24 , 1973:(1) November 25- December,1973:(1) Reentering the chart

David Bowie
Oct 27, 1973


T. Rex: Jeepster Single (1971)
Bolan's Howlin' Wolf Echo T. Rex’s “Jeepster” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 5, 1971, on Fly Records (catalogue: BUG 16). Backed with “Life's A Gas,” this infectious anthem, written by Marc Bolan, was produced by Tony Visconti for Straight Ahead Productions Ltd. The A-side’s riff, derived from Howlin’ Wolf’s “You'll Be Mine” (written by Willie Dixon), peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart for 5 weeks. The release sparked controversy because Fly Reco

T.Rex
Nov 4, 1971


Shane Fenton And The Fentones: Too Young For Sad Memories Single (1962)
Fenton's Moody Ballad Shane Fenton And The Fentones’ “Too Young For Sad Memories” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 19, 1962, on Parlophone Records (catalogue: R 4951). Backed with “You're Telling Me,” this poignant rock 'n' roll ballad, written by Johnny Theakstone and Tommy Sanderson, showcased the young singer's emotive vocals amid the British beat boom. Produced by Norman Newell, the single failed to chart but remains a fan favorite for its heartfelt

Alvin Stardust
Oct 18, 1962
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