Mott the Hoople

Random act of kindness from David Bowie jump-started classic 1972 album.

"I told them I'd write them a hit single," he later said, "and I did."

Musician also played with Dexys Midnight Runners and tutored Linda McCartney on piano.

The reunited band was scheduled to play two weeks of shows in October and November.

Ian Hunter is bringing the band back to America after a successful spring run.

Frontman talks about reviving his old band for a new tour.

A string of American theater dates will include three members of the band's core lineup from 45 years ago.

New box set collects band's early years, before David Bowie helped make them stars.

In 1976, Mountain drummer Corky Laing put together a supergroup called Pompeii.

Ian Hunter will be joined by Ariel Bender and Morgan Fisher, both '70s-era members of Mott the Hoople, for a rare reunion.