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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 (October 1, 1971) "Zwölf ehrliche Antworten zu T.Rex" - Muzik Express
Candid two-page interview with Marc Bolan offering straightforward answers about T. Rex’s rapid success, the name change, their evolving sound, and future plans. [Magazine Spread Image Here] Publication: Muzik Express Date: October 1, 1971 Country: Germany Section: Feature / Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan discusses the band’s journey from Tyrannosaurus Rex to T. Rex, the challenges of sudden fame, the shift to electric sound, and how they are adapting
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Oct 1, 19711 min read
T. Rex (September 11, 1971) – “T. Rex Second UK Tour” – Record Mirror
This Record Mirror article from September 11, 1971 announces T. Rex’s second major UK tour, confirming Marc Bolan’s status as one of Britain’s most in-demand performers. The piece details the band’s upcoming dates and the excitement surrounding their return to live stages following the success of their recent singles and the Electric Warrior sessions. Publication: Record Mirror Date: September 11, 1971 Country: United Kingdom The article outlines T. Rex’s plans for a full nat
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Sep 11, 19712 min read
T. Rex (September 11, 1971) "Electric Warrior" Album & Tour Announcement - Melody Maker
Melody Maker news item announcing the release of T. Rex’s new album Electric Warrior (delayed for packaging) and detailing their upcoming British and European tour dates. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 11, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: News / Tour Announcement The article opens by confirming that T. Rex’s new album has finally been released after a short delay caused by additional work on the packaging, including a fold‑out poster. Melody Maker notes that t
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Sep 11, 19712 min read
T. Rex (September 11, 1971) Weeley Festival Report - Record Mirror
Record Mirror two-page feature reviewing the 1971 Weeley Festival, highlighting T. Rex’s powerful performance and the vibrant atmosphere of Britain’s outdoor rock scene. Publication: Record Mirror Date: September 11, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Festival Report / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS In-depth coverage of the Weeley Festival, focusing on T. Rex’s standout set and the overall festival atmosphere. The article notes the energy of the crowd, the diver
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Sep 11, 19711 min read
T. Rex (September 10,1971) – "Jeepster" b/w "Life’s a Gas" Format: UK
Issued as a limited‑edition promotional single, this early 7" pressing of Jeepster marked the first UK appearance of the track on vinyl. Released on 10 September 1971, the promo was circulated exclusively to radio and industry contacts to build anticipation for the forthcoming Electric Warrior album. The pairing of Jeepster with Life’s a Gas showcased Marc Bolan’s transition from acoustic mysticism into the confident electric glam sound that defined T. Rex’s rise. Both tracks
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Sep 10, 19712 min read
T. Rex (September 6, 1971) – “Pop gibt’s noch in 50 Jahren” Feature – Pop Magazine / Bravo International
This Bravo International double‑page spread from September 6 , 1971 includes a short feature titled “Pop gibt’s noch in 50 Jahren” (“Pop will still exist in 50 years”), spotlighting Marc Bolan of T. Rex as a symbol of enduring pop vitality. The article appears alongside humor, lifestyle, and youth‑culture columns, reflecting the magazine’s eclectic mix of entertainment and personality coverage. Publication: Bravo International (Pop Magazine) Date: September 6, 1971 Country
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Sep 6, 19712 min read
T. Rex (September 4, 1971) "Private Rex" - Melody Maker
Melody Maker news brief announcing T. Rex’s strictly limited promotional single featuring “Jeepster” and “Life’s A Gas”, available only to friends and DJs ahead of the Electric Warrior album release. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 4, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: News Brief THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS T. Rex release a limited single on September 10 that will not be available to the public. The tracks — “Jeepster” and “Life’s A Gas” — are taken from th
T.Rex
Sep 4, 19711 min read
T. Rex (September 4, 1971) – “Weeley Festival” Feature – Melody Maker
This Melody Maker clipping from September 4 1971 features a striking monochrome photograph of Marc Bolan performing live, captured in the midst of his early‑1970s T. Rex era. The image, printed in halftone style, highlights Bolan’s distinctive curls and his close connection with the guitar — a defining symbol of his glam‑rock transformation. Publication: Melody Maker Date: 4 September 1971 Country: United Kingdom The photograph shows Bolan in a moment of concentration, his
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Sep 4, 19712 min read
T. Rex (August 28, 1971) Tops the ‘Forever’ Festival” Feature – Disc
This Disc article from August 1971 previews the Weeley Festival of Progressive Music, spotlighting Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the headline act. Rosalind Russell’s column captures the excitement surrounding Bolan’s meteoric rise and the festival’s scale, which promised to be one of Britain’s biggest rock events of the year. Publication: Disc Date: August 28 1971 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Marc tops the ‘forever’ festival,” the article notes that among...
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Aug 28, 19711 min read
T. Rex (August 28, 1971) – “Marc Time” Feature – Melody Maker
This Melody Maker feature from August 1971, written by Chris Welch, profiles Marc Bolan at the height of his success with T. Rex. The article explores Bolan’s transformation from underground folk poet to chart‑topping glam‑rock star, capturing his reflections on fame, creativity, and the pressures of stardom. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 28 1971 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Marc Time,” Chris Welch writes that “success and Mr Bolan has been a happy m
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Aug 28, 19712 min read
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