Silver Star (Album)

Silver Star is the title of Gary Glitter's 6th official album release from 1977, the other five being Glitter (1972), Touch Me (1973), Remember Me This Way (1974), G.G (1975) and Greatest Hits (1976).

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Gary Glitter - 1977 - Glitter - Touch Me - Remember Me This Way - G.G - Greatest Hits

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It contained three hit singles, It Takes All Night Long, I Belong To You and A Little Boogie Woogie In The Back Of My Mind (the latter of which was a hit twice, thanks to a cover version by Shakin' Stevens in the 1980s).

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Shakin' Stevens - 1980s

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Other selections include Gary's version of Rock N Roll (I Gave You The Best Years Of My Life) (a previous hit for it's writer, Kevin Johnson), a rock number Summertime Blues Out, The good time boogie track Heartbreaking Blue Eyed Boy, a tribute to the worlds entertainment capital, Hooked On Hollywood, as well as the fan favourite Oh What A Fool I Have Been.

Related Topics:
Kevin Johnson - Hollywood

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The album fused Rock N Roll and Disco and was designed to expand Glitters fan base, especially in the United States, where he had hit with Rock N Roll (Parts 1 & 2) several years previous. In the studio this album probably sounded like it was going to be a huge success, it certainly sounds very commercial and Glitter, was still a well know name across the United Kingdom.

Related Topics:
Rock N Roll - Disco - United States - Rock N Roll (Parts 1 & 2)

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However, it wasn't so. Sales were disappointing and it failed to chart inside the all important Top 50 on either side of the Atlantic. Nevertheless, it went on to become a classic amongst his loyal fan base and was even voted 'the #1 album' of his career by his fan club in 1996.

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Top 50 - Atlantic

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