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1971:The Warrior's Reign
Explore the extraordinary year of 1971, when Marc Bolan and T. Rex became the defining force of a new musical movement. Featuring hit records, iconic performances, television appearances, magazine features, rare photographs, and archive discoveries, this category documents the rise of T. Rextasy and the impact of the Electric Warrior era. As Marc's popularity reached unprecedented heights, his unique blend of music, style, and charisma transformed him into one of the most influential stars
T. Rex (October 27, 1971) – Brighton Dome Concert Advert - Evening Argus (October 15, 1971)
This Evening Argus advertisement promoted T. Rex's forthcoming appearance at Brighton Dome during the height of the Electric Warrior breakthrough. Published less than two weeks before the performance, the advert billed Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, reinforcing the growing success of the band's landmark album and the rapidly expanding phenomenon of Bolanmania. Publication: Evening Argus Date: October 15, 1971 Concert Date: October 27, 1971 Country: United K
1971
Oct 26, 19712 min read
T. Rex (October 27, 1971) – Brighton Dome Concert Advert - Evening Argus (October 20, 1971)
This Evening Argus advertisement promotes T. Rex's forthcoming appearance at Brighton Dome during the breakthrough Electric Warrior era. Published one week before the event, the advert presents Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, reflecting the growing success of the album and the rapidly expanding phenomenon of Bolanmania. Publication: Evening Argus Date: October 20, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Performance: October 27, 1971 This concert advertisement announces
1971
Oct 26, 19712 min read
Marc Bolan / John’s Children (October 26, 1971) – “Desdemona” Various Tracks Album Review - Lincolnshire Echo
This brief Lincolnshire Echo review looks back at Marc Bolan’s pre-T. Rex period through Various Tracks, a Track Records compilation bringing together recordings by four artists. The clipping specifically highlights John’s Children performing Bolan’s composition “Desdemona”, alongside recordings by Arthur Brown, Jimi Hendrix and Thunderclap Newman. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 26, 1971 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The review examines the Track Records com
1971
Oct 25, 19712 min read
T. Rex (October 25, 1971) – “T. Rex In Ekstase!” Album Feature - Bravo
This Bravo music-page feature selects T. Rex's Electric Warrior as its “Platte der Woche”, or “Record of the Week.” Published under the dramatic headline “T. Rex in Ekstase!”, translated as “T. Rex In Ecstasy!”, the German review praises Marc Bolan and T. Rex for answering their critics with an album the writer regards as energetic, cleanly produced and thoroughly enjoyable. Publication: Bravo Date: October 25, 1971 Country: Germany Appearing on Dieter Zillgens' Pop Express p
1971
Oct 24, 19713 min read
T. Rex (October 25, 1971) – “Get It On” No. 2 - Bravo Musicbox
This Bravo Musicbox chart page captures T. Rex maintaining a major presence in Germany during October 1971. “Get It On” is placed at No. 2, immediately behind Sweet’s “Co-Co”, while the accompanying photograph features Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn during the breakthrough Electric Warrior period. Publication: Bravo Date: October 25, 1971 Country: Germany THE STORY The Bravo Musicbox presents the magazine’s weekly selection of 20 current hits, accompanied by artist photographs an
1971
Oct 24, 19713 min read
T. Rex (October 24, 1971) – Fairfield Halls, Croydon Concert Chronicle
T. Rex performed two concerts at Fairfield Halls, Croydon, on October 24, 1971, during the Electric Warrior period. The surviving documentation records separate afternoon and evening performances, two slightly different setlists and a contemporary account describing an increasingly intense audience reaction that culminated with fans reaching the stage during the “Summertime Blues” encore. Venue: Fairfield Halls Location: Park Lane, Croydon, England Concert Date: October 24, 1
1971
Oct 23, 19713 min read
T. Rex (October 23, 1971) – “Marc Bolan” Feature & Free Colour Poster - Sounds
This October 23, 1971 issue of Sounds gives Marc Bolan particularly prominent coverage during the extraordinary rise of T. Rex. A free full-colour concert poster was advertised across the top of the front page, while an extensive interior feature examined Bolan’s increasing fame, his attitude towards success, his relationship with audiences and the pressures accompanying his new position as one of Britain’s biggest rock stars. Publication: Sounds Date: October 23, 1971 Countr
1971
Oct 22, 19714 min read
Marc Bolan (October 21, 1971) – Sounds Colour Poster Advert - Daily Mirror
This small but eye-catching Daily Mirror advertisement promotes the latest issue of Sounds, drawing attention to a free colour poster of Marc Bolan. Published at the height of the Electric Warrior era, the advert reflects Bolan's rapidly growing popularity and his status as one of the most in-demand stars in British music. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: October 21, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This newspaper advertisement promotes the current issue of Sounds by highlighting
1971
Oct 20, 19712 min read
T. Rex (October 16, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Album Review – Southern Daily Echo.
A sharply critical review of T. Rex's breakthrough album Electric Warrior, published at the height of Bolanmania. While the record was rapidly becoming one of the defining albums of 1971, the reviewer remained unconvinced, arguing that Marc Bolan's formula had become repetitive despite the group's growing commercial success. Publication: Southern Daily Echo Publication Date: October 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1971 This brief review examines T. Rex's
1971
Oct 15, 19712 min read
Marc Bolan & T. Rex (October 15, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Review – Bucks Examiner.
In his regular Discorner column, Graham Howard reviews T. Rex's newly released Electric Warrior, defending Marc Bolan against criticism from former fans while praising the group's evolving sound, Tony Visconti's production, and the growing strength of Bolan's songwriting. Publication: Bucks Examiner Date: October 15, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Writing in the Discorner column, Graham Howard addresses criticism aimed at Marc Bolan and T. Rex from fans who felt the band had mo
1971
Oct 14, 19712 min read
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