Record Mirror (January 6, 1973) “RM Predicts The New Year Honours”

Record Mirror looks ahead to the coming year with predictions for the biggest stars of 1973, featuring a prominent photo of Slade and mentions of acts including T. Rex, David Cassidy, the Osmonds, and others.

Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: New Year Predictions / Feature

THE STORY

The article asks readers and industry figures who they believe will be the stars of 1973. It includes commentary on current acts like Slade (pictured), predictions for continued success or breakthroughs, and reflections on the previous year’s trends.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This New Year edition captures the music industry’s optimism at the start of 1973, during the height of the glam rock boom. T. Rex, Slade, and other acts mentioned were central to the era’s sound and cultural impact.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: New Year predictions feature Era: 1973 (Glam Rock peak) Tone: Forward-looking, speculative, celebratory

Photography: Prominent black & white photo of Slade

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Large headline “RM Predicts The New Year Honours”

• Photo of Slade with caption about their continued success

• Discussion of potential 1973 stars including David Cassidy, the Osmonds, Jacksons, and references to T. Rex

• Industry opinions and reader predictions

RELATED MATERIAL 

This January 6, 1973 Record Mirror New Year predictions feature connects with other 1973 T. Rex items including the February 10 tour announcement,

March 13 Bravo fan photo, and

June 16 Disc cover.

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• Record Mirror, January 6, 1973

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