On this date in 1973, BAY CITY ROLLERS released the single SATURDAY NIGHT in the UK (Jun 29, 1973) Despite its energetic and infectious hook, the original version failed to chart in the UK. Sung by the band's initial frontman, Nobby Clark, this early rendition didn't make a significant impact. However, the re-recorded version, featuring Les McKeown, who replaced Clark, soared to number one in the US and Canada in January 1976. It marked a pivotal moment for the band, achieving their first and on

#OTD 1976: Bye, Bye, Bassist (Bassist Goodbye) - Alan Longmuir left the Bay City Rollers. | BBC Archive