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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVER STORY
20 Readers Poll Winners
The mountain of ballots have been sifted and dutifully tabulated. The results of your favorite rockers in a spectacular color section.
22 The Knack
“M-m-m-my Sharona” was a m-m-m-monster hit and catapulted this quartet from L.A. to stardom. Inside story of their rocket ride to fame—(Carl Arrington)
24 Robert Plant
Zep’s blond-haired belter wins top honors again. Background on where he’s been and where he’s going—(David Fricke)
26 Debbie Harry
As the sex-kitten singer for Blondie, it wasn’t long ago that she was singing for her supper in punk clubs. Now she’s the new queen of rock—(David Fricke)
28 Kiss Poster
FEATURES
10 Front Pages
News about Mr. Bill, John Travolta and Captain Stickney
18 ‘No Nukes’ Project
Co-producer Graham Nash recounts dramatic story of the making of the historic LP
32 Star Trek
The movie has audiences lined up at theaters for blocks, but was all of the cash and hoopla it took worth it? A frank talk with star William Shatner about his role as Captain Kirk, and inside stories on the extravagant special effects—(Richard Hogan)
36 Joe Jackson
Called the “acceptable face of new wave” by some, Joe recoils in horror at the suggestion and sounds off on that, among other things—(Richard Hogan)
38 Frank Zappa
The man who thoughtfully warned against eating yellow snow is back with more words of wisdom. He also spouts off about his new movie, new album and new haircut in an exclusive interview—(David Fricke)
40 Counter-Knack Bands & The Fabulous Poodles
Rock continues to flourish with the help of these newcomers.
48 Instruments
Starting a band Part II—(John Stix)
49 Rick Derringer
A complete guide to his instruments
DEPARTMENTS
6 Letters
Feedback on the Who tragedy, critics’ favorites and rock music from our readers
8 Hardware
Solutions to a variety of equipment problems you may be having—(Len Feldman)
12 Listings
The most complete guide to rock on tour, on radio & TV; plus movie picks
43 This Week
The Osmonds, Bette Midler & ‘Saturday Night Live’
44 Into Your Head
Expert professional advice—(Dr. Vincent Bryan)
50 Longplayers
Critical analysis of the No Nukes album and other aural delights of the season—(Shel Kagan)
52 Circus Word Find
Puzzling game for sharp fans—(Steven Dean Pastis)
53 The Wizard of Id & Doonesbury
Color comics
54 Back Pages
Scoops and tidbits—(Lou O’Neill Jr.)