Over in Sheffield, a group of teenagers embarked upon their journey to musical superstardom, as Joe Elliott, Rick Savage and co formed Def Leppard, which would go on to become one of the best-selling rock bands ever.
We’re talking, of course, about 1977, which was also when Sheffield’s Crucible theatre first hosted the World Snooker Championship.
This retro photo gallery takes you back nearly half a century to show you what Sheffield looked like back then, and how much has changed since the late 70s.
From buzzing nightclubs, like Scamps, Baileys and Josephine’s, to bustling markets and factory floors, they capture life around the city in 1977.
They also show some of the lost shops and restaurants you may remember from the 70s, plus significant events, including a dramatic fire, and a visit by Queen Elizabeth II, who received a warm welcome at Hillsborough Park.
Several notable Sheffield characters are pictured, from much-missed shopkeepers to the city’s greatest fundraising hero, and Bruce Forsyth is seen backstage during an appearance at City Hall.
Do these photos bring back any happy memories of the 70s for you?
9. Royal welcome
A big welcome for Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh at Hillsborough Park, Sheffield, on July 12, 1977 | Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
10. The Moor
Shops on The Moor, Sheffield city centre, in 1977, including Millets, outdoors clothing; Timberland, DIY suppliers; and Cranes, pianos and organs | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield
11. Vulcan
Inside the Vulcan restaurant, within the Sheffield Town Hall extension known as the Egg Box, in August 1977 | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield
12. FA Cup semi final
Fans at Hillsborough for the FA Cup semi final in 1977 | Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers