Noddy Holder was launching a new radio show playing hits from the 70s. Phil Riley is quoted, and Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio is mentioned. The photograph shows Noddy in the studio holding two albums – Status Quo’s 12 Gold Bars and The Hits of Marvin Gay

A 25th birthday party was held for the group, with fans travelling from Canada, America, Europe, the Far East and New Zealand. Mayor Councillor Malcolm Barton is mentioned. The photograph shows (from left) Jimmy Lea, Noddy Holder, Dave Hill and Don Powell

Drummer Don Powell was severely injured in a road accident which killed his girlfriend, Angela Morris, but after his recovery he rejoined the group at a recording session in London.

The photograph shows Dave with crutches covered in silver foil to match the silver discs on the wall behind him.

After a 30-date tour of America, including three days’ recording in Los Angeles, the band were embarking on a big tour of Britain. The photograph shows them on the steps of a plane on their arrival. David Bowie is mentioned.

The photograph shows Noddy performing on stage.

The photograph shows Noddy Holder and Dave Hill on stage, with a crowd of fans below.

The band had released a new album, The Bangin’ Man, on Polydor. Noddy Holder and Don Powell are mentioned.