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Mott The Hoople: A Beginner's Guide
British rock band that emerged during the early 1970s, known for blending glam rock, hard rock, and proto-punk influences. Here's a...

Mott The Hoople
Aug 15


Mott The Hoople: Saturday Gig Single Peak (1974)
A Glam Rock Farewell Anthem Mott The Hoople’s “Saturday Gig” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 18, 1974, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 2754). Backed with “Mott The Hoople Medley,” this reflective glam rock track, written by Ian Hunter, was the band's final single with Hunter as frontman, peaking at No. 41 on November 3-9, 1974 in the UK Singles Chart for 3 weeks. It’s a poignant epitaph for Mott’s glam legacy. Single Overview Label: CBS – S CBS 2754 Fo

Mott The Hoople
Nov 3, 1974


Mott the Hoople: “Saturday Gigs” Single (1974)
Mott the Hoople's “Saturday Gigs” was released on October 18, 1974, through CBS Records in the UK (S CBS 2754), the 7" single “Saturday Gigs” / “Medley: a) Jerkin’ Crocus b) Sucker c) Violence” marked the band’s final studio recording with frontman Ian Hunter. Clocking in at around 4:17 for the A-side and 6:10 for the B-side, this double-sided gem captured Mott at a crossroads—celebrating their chaotic history while unknowingly signaling the end of an era. Written by Hunter,

Mott The Hoople
Oct 17, 1974


Mott The Hoople: Roll Away The Stone Single (1973)
A Glam Rock Resurrection Mott The Hoople’s “Roll Away The Stone” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 9, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: S CBS 1895). Backed with “Where Do You All Come From,” this anthemic glam rock track, written by Ian Hunter, was produced by Mott The Hoople. The A-side’s driving rhythm, Hunter’s vocals, and Thunderthighs’ bridge peaked at No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart for 12 weeks. Issued in solid centre, knockout centre, promo, and sun

Mott The Hoople
Nov 9, 1973
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