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1971:The Warrior's Reign
1971 was the year glam rock truly arrived, with a splash of glitter,hits “Hot Love” and “Get It On”, T. Rex conquered the UK charts and sparked T. Rextasy — a cultural phenomenon of screaming fans, platform boots, and glitter. The album Electric Warrior became a landmark, blending boogie riffs, orchestral flourishes, and Bolan’s star-quality charisma. This section covers the explosive rise: television appearances, fan hysteria, and the moment Marc Bolan became Britain’s biggest pop star.
T. Rex (1971) "The Old Guard Stand Firm, But Bolan And Stewart Spearhead A New Invasion" - New Musical Express
New Musical Express year-end poll analysis highlighting T. Rex and Rod Stewart as the dominant forces of 1971, signalling a generational shift in British pop. Publication: New Musical Express Date: 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Poll Survey / Year-End Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The 1971 NME Pop Poll reveals T. Rex and Rod Stewart as the standout acts of the year. Marc Bolan wins the Best World Vocal Group category with T. Rex, while Stewart tops the New
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Jan 22, 19712 min read
T. Rex (November 20, 1971) "BAM! AND MELANIE COMING" - Melody Maker
Melody Maker cover story celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s explosive rise as glam rock’s ultimate scream-age idols during their imperial phase. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 20, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Story / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS High-energy coverage of Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rapid ascent to the top of British pop. The article highlights their shift from underground favourites to mainstream chart dominators, their dynami
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Jan 20, 19712 min read
T. Rex (January 16, 1971) Lyceum Concert Announcement - Melody Maker
The piece captures Marc Bolan on the cusp of transformation: newly electric, newly ascendant, and preparing to test his growing fame on American soil with a long, surprise‑laden London performance as a send‑off.
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Jan 16, 19711 min read
T. Rex (January 16, 1971) "T.REX IN CONCERT" - Melody Maker
Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s show at London’s Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971 during their electric breakthrough period. Publication: Melody Maker Date: January 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement for T. Rex’s live performance at the Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971. The show runs from 7:30–11:00 p.m. (doors open 7:00 p.m.) with tickets priced at 10/-.
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Jan 16, 19711 min read
T. Rex (January 9, 1971) "TYRANNOSAURUS REX - A MONSTER" - Billboard
Bold full-page Billboard magazine advertisement promoting T. Rex’s breakthrough single “Ride A White Swan” as “England’s Monster Single” now launching in the United States. Publication: Billboard Date: January 9, 1971 Country: United States Section: Record Company Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Capitol Records advert promoting “Ride A White Swan” as T. Rex’s major UK hit now available in the US. The ad highlights the single’s monster success in Britain an
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Jan 9, 19712 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (September 4, 1970) – “Ride a White Swan / Summertime Blues” Maxi Single Mention – Bravo Musik Express
This Bravo Musik Express page from September 1970 includes a short studio update announcing the upcoming Tyrannosaurus Rex maxi‑single featuring Ride a White Swan and Summertime Blues. The note appears in Dieter Stiegls’ Aus den Studios column, alongside news on Elvis Presley, Mary Hopkin, and Thunderclap Newman. Publication: Bravo Musik Express Date: 4 September 1970 Country: Germany The column reports that Tyrannosaurus Rex were preparing a “kleine gedankliche Platte” (a
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Sep 4, 19702 min read
Kieron “Spud” Murphy (August 24, 1946 – April 16, 2020) Photographer Profile
Irish rock photographer whose candid, unobtrusive style captured the intimate side of 1970s glam and classic rock. Best known for iconic images of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, including the Electric Warrior cover and poster photograph.
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Aug 24, 19461 min read
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