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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.
Marc Bolan (August 12 1972) – “I Was Born to Boogie” Cover Feature – Romeo Magazine
This Romeo magazine issue from August 1972 features Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “Inside – The Marc Bolan Story.” The multi‑page feature, titled “I Was Born to Boogie,” begins a serialized profile of Bolan’s life and rise to fame, blending biography, illustration, and pop‑art design in true early‑’70s style. Publication: Romeo Magazine Date: August 12 1972 Country: United Kingdom The cover presents a smiling portrait of Marc Bolan framed in a circular border ag
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Aug 12, 19722 min read
Marc Bolan / T. Rex (August 6, 1972) – New York Visit Note – The Baltimore Sun
The 6 August 1972 edition of The Baltimore Sun carries a short item on Marc Bolan’s recent visit to New York and the contrast between his British and American popularity. Publication: The Baltimore Sun Date: August 6, 1972 Country: United States The piece reports that Marc Bolan, leader of T. Rex, was recently in New York from London, vacationing and “trying to find out why he’s not a star in America,” according to an associate. It notes that in England Bolan is said to be as
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Aug 6, 19721 min read
T. Rex / Marc Bolan (August 1972) – “T. Rex Flash” Cover & Feature – Hit Parader
The August 1972 issue of Hit Parader features Marc Bolan of T. Rex on the cover under the heading “T. Rex Flash,” with an interior interview and photographs. Publication: Hit Parader Date: August 1972 Country: United States The cover shows a circular photograph of Marc Bolan singing and playing guitar, surrounded by a colourful star design, with the text “Marc Bolan (T.Rex).” Inside, a full-page live shot of the band on stage is captioned “T. REX — they call it Rexmania in En
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Aug 3, 19721 min read
T. Rex / Marc Bolan (August 2, 1972) – “Marc’s role” / “Clear the road for the T. Rex boss!” Tour Feature – Bravo
The August 2 1972 issue of Bravo presents a multi-page photo feature on T. Rex’s English tour, headed “BRAVO shows the very latest T. Rex showpiece: Marc’s role” and “Clear the road for the T. Rex boss!” Publication: Bravo Date: August 2, 1972 Country: Germany The feature follows Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn on a four-day tour of England in a ten-metre-long, eleven-ton luxury bus equipped with stereo, refrigerator and upholstered armchairs. Photographs show Marc reading newspa
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Aug 2, 19722 min read
T. Rex (August 2, 1972) – Bravo Musicbox Chart – Bravo
The 2 August 1972 issue of Bravo (Nr. 32/72) features the Bravo Musicbox chart with T. Rex’s “Metal Guru” at number one. Publication: Bravo Date: August 2, 1972 Country: Germany The Musicbox listing places “Metal Guru” by T. Rex at number 1 (Ariola 12 158), accompanied by a photograph of the band. Other high entries include Daniel Boone, Christian Anders and The Sweet’s “Little Willy.” Separate sections show the England, Langspielplatten and Amerika charts. The page notes tha
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Aug 2, 19721 min read
Marc Bolan (August 1972) – Cover Feature – Popfoto
The August 1972 issue of Popfoto features Marc Bolan on the cover in a close-up portrait. Publication: Popfoto Date: August 1972 Country: Germany / Switzerland (as indicated by pricing) The cover shows a large colour close-up of Marc Bolan looking upward, with long dark curly hair and a plaid shirt. The magazine title “POPFOTO” appears at the top, with the issue details “AUGUST ’72, nr. 342” and pricing information. A note on the left promotes an extra insert of two super pos
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Aug 1, 19721 min read
Marc Bolan (August 1972) – Cover Feature – Popfoto
The August 1972 issue of Popfoto features Marc Bolan on the cover in a close-up portrait. Publication: Popfoto Date: August 1972 Country: Germany / Switzerland (as indicated by pricing) The cover shows a large colour close-up of Marc Bolan looking upward, with long dark curly hair and a plaid shirt. The magazine title “POPFOTO” appears at the top, with the issue details “AUGUST ’72, nr. 342” and pricing information. A note on the left promotes an extra insert of two super pos
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Aug 1, 19721 min read
Marc Bolan (July 29, 1972) Psychedelic Illustration – Romeo Magazine
The July 29, 1972 edition of Romeo Magazine features a striking psychedelic colour illustration of Marc Bolan in full glam attire. Publication: Romeo Magazine Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Artwork / Feature THE STORY The illustration shows Marc Bolan standing confidently with an acoustic guitar, dressed in a vibrant yellow and red outfit with flared trousers, set against a swirling psychedelic background with sun, clouds, and floral motifs.
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Jul 29, 19721 min read
T. Rex (July 29, 1972) “The Slider” Album Review – Melody Maker
The July 29, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features a review of T. Rex’s new album The Slider, praising it as an exceptionally good record. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Albums THE STORY The review highlights the album’s strong songs, Marc Bolan’s songwriting, and the band’s energetic sound. It notes the album’s social and sexual themes and calls it a solid follow-up to their previous work. CONTEXT AND NOTES This po
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Jul 29, 19721 min read
Marc Bolan / T. Rex (July 29, 1972) “Bolan Was ‘Born To Boogie’” – Record Mirror
The July 29, 1972 edition of Record Mirror announces that a film about Marc Bolan, titled Born To Boogie and directed by Ringo Starr, is in production. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The article reveals that “Born To Boogie” will be the title of the forthcoming film about Marc Bolan. It includes footage from T. Rex’s Wembley concert, a studio jam session with Ringo Starr and Elton John, and fantasy sequences. The film was set
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Jul 29, 19721 min read
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