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David Essex: "David Essex" Album (1974)
David Essex’s David Essex was released as an LP album in the UK by CBS Records (catalog number S 69088) on September 20, 1974. The album...

David Essex
Oct 12, 1974


David Essex: "Gonna Make You a Star" Single (1974)
David Essex’s "Gonna Make You a Star" backed with "Window" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by CBS Records (catalog...

David Essex
Sep 26, 1974


David Essex: Lamplight Single (1973)
Essex's Moody Moonlight Hit David Essex’s “Lamplight” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 2, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: SCBS1902). Backed with “We All Insane,” this haunting glam-pop ballad, written by David Essex, was the second single from his debut album Rock On. Produced by Jeff Wayne, the A-side’s dreamy melody, Essex’s emotive vocals, and orchestral swells peaked at No. 7 for two weeks on the UK Singles Chart remaining for for 15 weeks. UK Vari

David Essex
Nov 2, 1973


David Essex: Rock On Album (1973)
A Glam-Pop Debut Triumph David Essex’s Rock On LP, was released in the UK on November 2, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: S 65823). This 11-track debut studio album introduced Essex’s blend of glam rock, pop, and theatrical flair, featuring the iconic title track. Produced, arranged and conducted by Jeff Wayne, it showcased Essex’s charismatic vocals and songwriting, peaking at No. 7 on the UK Albums Chart for 12 weeks. It launched Essex’s solo stardom after That’ll Be the Da

David Essex
Nov 2, 1973
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