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1972: Peak of T. Rextasy
1972 was the absolute peak of Marc Bolan’s stardom. The Slider album and singles like “Telegram Sam”, “Metal Guru”, and “Children of the Revolution” kept T. Rex at the top of the charts. Bolan was everywhere — on Top of the Pops, in magazines, and on the big screen. This was the year of maximum glitter, T. Rex-mania, and cultural dominance. Explore the music, the fashion, the tours, and the incredible creative output that made 1972 one of the most memorable years in British pop history.
T. Rex (September 5, 1972) – “Academy of Music Concert Series Opens with T. Rex” Feature – Daily News
This Daily News article from September 1972 announces the reopening of New York’s Academy of Music as a major concert venue, with T. Rex headlining the inaugural show on September 14 alongside Argent and the Doobie Brothers. The piece highlights the revival of the city’s live‑music scene following the closure of the Fillmore East. Publication: Daily News Date: September 5 1972 Country: United States The article explains that since the Fillmore East closed, New York’s pop‑mu
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T. Rex (September 5, 1972) –The Slider “Plasticware” Review – The Phoenix
This Phoenix review from September 5 1972, written by Tim Osburn, appears under the “Captive Audience – Phoenix Reviews” banner and offers a lively critique of T. Rex’s The Slider. The piece situates Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock sound within the broader early‑1970s rock landscape, comparing his style to contemporaries like Rod Stewart and Jimi Hendrix while celebrating Bolan’s unique mix of sensuality and pop mysticism. Publication: The Phoenix Date: September 5, 1972 Country: Un
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Ringo Starr (September 5, 1972) "Keeping Out of Shape” Feature – The San Francisco Examiner
This San Francisco Examiner feature from September 5 1972, written by Roderick Mann, profiles Ringo Starr during his transition from musician to actor and film producer. The article highlights his latest project, Count Downe, and his reflections on post‑Beatles life, including his recent documentary work on Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Publication: The San Francisco Examiner Date: September 5, 1972 Country: United States Mann’s interview finds Ringo in London, relaxed yet introspec
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T.Rex: (September 2, 1972) “The Biggest Thing Since The Beatles” - The Gazette Montreal
Publication: The Gazette (Montreal, Canada) Date: Saturday, September 2, 1972 Author: Bill Mann Section: Feature / Music Commentary “T.Rex – best that since the Beatles” Major feature praising T.Rex (led by Marc Bolan) as the most exciting British rock act since The Beatles. The article celebrates their massive rise in popularity and cultural impact in 1972. Key Content Notable Mentions The piece discusses T.Rex’s phenomenal success, their glam rock sound, Marc Bolan’s star p
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Marc Bolan (September 1, 1972) – “Star des Monats” Poster – Bravo Magazine (Germany)
This Bravo magazine calendar poster from September 1972 features Marc Bolan as the publication’s Star des Monats (“Star of the Month”). The striking close‑up portrait captures Bolan at the height of his glam‑rock fame, his face framed by dark curls and lit with warm, cinematic tones that emphasize his iconic mystique. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: September 1972 Country: Germany The poster presents Bolan in an intimate, almost hypnotic composition — his gaze direct, his
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Marc Bolan (September 1, 1972) – “T. Rex et Who Arrivent” Cover – Rock & Folk (France)
This Rock & Folk issue from September 1972 (No. 68) spotlights Marc Bolan on its cover, with the headline “T. Rex et Who arrivent” (“T. Rex and Who arrive”). The French magazine presents Bolan as the face of the glam‑rock revolution, his portrait filling the frame with shimmering makeup and intense gaze — a visual emblem of early‑1970s rock style. Publication: Rock & Folk Date: September 1972 Country: France The cover photograph captures Bolan in close‑up, his skin glowing
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T.Rex (August 30,1972) “Children of the Revolution” (BBC / Top of the Pops)
On 30 August 1972, T. Rex, led by Marc Bolan, pre‑recorded their performance of “Children of the Revolution” at BBC Television Centre for upcoming Top of the Pops broadcasts. The session formed a key part of the promotional run‑up to the single’s release on 8 September 1972. The track appeared on three TOTP episodes that month: • 14 September — broadcast using the pre‑recorded studio performance • 21 September — the song played over the weekly chart rundown • 28 September — t
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Marc Bolan (August 27, 1972) – “Marc Bolan is No Mick Jagger” Feature – Democrat and Chronicle (Rochester, New York)*
This Democrat and Chronicle review from 27 August 1972 critiques T. Rex and Marc Bolan’s album The Slider, comparing Bolan’s glam‑rock persona to Mick Jagger’s swagger. Written by Mark Starr, the piece dismisses claims that Bolan could succeed Jagger as England’s next rock icon, describing The Slider as “almost a parody of top 40 rock.” Publication: Democrat and Chronicle Date: 27 August 1972 Country: United States The review opens by noting the wave of publicity surroundin
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T. Rex (August 27, 1972) – “The Slider” Album Review – The Houston Post (Houston, Texas)
This Houston Post review from 27 August 1972 offers a brief but balanced take on T. Rex’s album The Slider. Reviewer Janis Parks praises the musicianship and production while noting a “certain sameness” across the record, describing Marc Bolan’s voice as distinctive yet consistent from track to track. Publication: The Houston Post Date: 27 August 1972 Country: United States The review suggests that listeners should first approach Electric Warrior before delving into The Sli
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Marc Bolan (August 27, 1972) – “Marc Bolan czyli /R/ekstaza” Feature – Panorama (Katowice, Poland)
This Panorama magazine feature from 27 August 1972 presents Marc Bolan as one of Britain’s most magnetic new idols, capturing the height of T. Rex’s glam‑rock fame. The article frames Bolan as a modern pop phenomenon whose charisma, style, and musical energy had begun to influence youth culture far beyond the UK. Publication: Panorama Date: 27 August 1972 Country: Poland The article profiles Marc Bolan during the peak of T. Rex’s success, describing him as a leading figure
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