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Welcome to
GLAM SLAM CHRONICLES

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THE SITE FEATURES 667 INVIVIUAL POSTS  AS OF JULY 26, 2026

 

This site began as a simple idea: to share my entire music press collection online so it can be viewed, organized, and preserved. Whether you’re flipping through the scrapbook archive or catching up on the latest updates, this living archive will keep growing, improving, and documenting the greatest era in music one page at a time. I hope you enjoy your visit, and feel free to leave a comment or send a message.  

– Chris

MARC BOLAN
INVENTED 
GLAM ROCK

When performing "Hot Love" on Top of the Pops in 1971, he famously appeared with glitter beneath his eyes, paving the way for the likes of  Bowie, Slade, Sweet, Roxy Music... and the rest, as they say, is history.

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THE ICONS OF GLAM R CK

Artists who shaped the sound, style and spectacle of the era.

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DAVID BOWIE

is Ziggy Stardust 

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David Bowie transformed glam rock into theatrical art. Through the Ziggy Stardust persona, Bowie fused music, fashion and performance into one of the most influential identities in rock history.

ROXY MUSIC

Roxy Music brought glamour, experimentation and avant-garde style to the movement. Led by Bryan Ferry and Brian Eno, the band blended art school aesthetics with sophisticated rock sound.

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ALICE COOPER GROUP

The Alice Cooper Group brought theatrical shock and rebellious energy to early glam rock. With dark imagery, powerful riffs and unforgettable stage shows, the band helped redefine what a rock performance could be.

SLADE

Slade captured the loud, rebellious spirit of glam rock. With stomping rhythms, sing-along anthems and unmistakable style, the band became one of the defining sounds of the era.

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 The Latest from the Glam Universe 

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