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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 (June 10, 1972) Top Both Charts - NME
New Musical Express T. Rex hold the No.1 position on both the British Singles and British Albums charts this week, underlining Marc Bolan’s massive commercial dominance in mid-1972. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 10, 1972 (Charts dated Tuesday, June 6) Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Charts Page THE STORY The NME charts show “Metal Guru” by T. Rex sitting at No.1 on the British Singles chart, while the compilation “Bolan Boogie” tops the B
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Jun 10, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 8, 1972) “Metal Guru” / “Lady” – Single 7" AUS
One of T. Rex’s biggest hits during the peak of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became the band’s fourth and final UK No.1 single in 1972, showcasing Marc Bolan’s glam rock brilliance. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (EMI) Date: June 8, 1972 Catalogue: T. REX-9929 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Australia Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam Rock, Rock & Roll TRACK LIST Australia 7" Commercial Single (T. REX-9929) A-Side: “Metal Guru” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony V
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Jun 8, 19722 min read
T.Rex (June 7, 1972) “BRAVO” Magazine Cover – Germany
Striking front cover of the German teen magazine BRAVO featuring Marc Bolan as a major star during the peak of T. Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Date: June 7, 1973 Country: Germany Section / Pages: Front Cover (Nr. 24) Title: Marc Bolan (T. Rex) THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan in a flamboyant blue patterned jacket, holding a guitar and smiling widely. It promotes various features including a warning about Neil Diamond, a photo love-story, and posters of Deep Purple and D
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Jun 7, 19722 min read
Steve Currie (June 3, 1972) Rotosound Strings Advertisement – UK
A small promotional advertisement for Rotosound guitar strings featuring Steve Currie, bassist of T. Rex, recommending the Rotosound RS.66 “Swing Bass” Long Scale strings. PUBLICATION: UK Music Magazine / Paper (likely Melody Maker) Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Product Endorsement Title: T. REX — Steve Currie Bass Guitar THE STORY The ad highlights Steve Currie’s use and endorsement of Rotosound RS.66 Swing Bass strings, capitali
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Jun 3, 19721 min read
T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Marc Bolan – Valentine Magazine
A full one-page colour feature on Marc Bolan in the teen magazine Valentine, titled “With Love From Us To You”, showcasing the glam rock icon at the height of T.Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Valentine Magazine Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: One-Page Colour Feature Title: With Love From Us To You THE STORY The page features a striking colour photograph of Marc Bolan performing on stage with his guitar, curly hair, and flamboyant stage outfit. It reflects
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Jun 3, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Tops UK Singles & Albums Charts - Melody Maker
The official UK Singles and Albums charts from Melody Maker dated June 3, 1972, capturing the peak of the early glam rock explosion with T.Rex dominating the charts. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Charts Page Title: Pop Top 30 / Singles & Albums THE STORY This classic charts page shows: Singles Chart: T.Rex’s “Metal Guru” at No.1, with strong showings from David Bowie, Slade, Elton John, and other glam/pop acts. Albums Ch
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Jun 3, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 3, 1972) “The ‘T. Rex’ Brand Of Pop” Feature – The Sacramento Bee
The June 3, 1972 edition of The Sacramento Bee features an in-depth article on T. Rex, examining their rapid rise, musical style, and growing popularity in America. Publication: The Sacramento Bee Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United States Location: Sacramento, California Section: Music Scene THE STORY The piece explores T. Rex’s background, Marc Bolan’s transformation from Tyrannosaurus Rex, their UK success, and their distinctive glam rock sound. It discusses upcoming relea
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Jun 3, 19721 min read
T.Rex (June 2, 1972) Mickey Finn - Bravo Magazine
Feature on Mickey Finn, the charismatic bongo player and percussionist of the glam rock sensation T. Rex, in Germany’s biggest youth magazine Bravo. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Section: Feature / Photo Profile THE STORY The article profiles Mickey Finn, highlighting his striking appearance (170 cm tall, 72 kg, 25 years old), his rise from an unknown film extra earning 200 shillings per week in 1962 to a key member of T. Rex, who were then dom
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Jun 2, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 2, 1972) “BRAVO-Olympiade der Otto-Sieger” - Bravo Magazine
Multi-page fun feature in Bravo magazine showcasing the light-hearted “BRAVO Olympics” featuring 1972 Otto award winners, including Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan of T. Rex, along with other stars in playful athletic competitions. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Pages: Multi-page spread (pp. 3–8) Title: Die BRAVO-Olympiade der Otto-Sieger THE STORY Bravo gathered popular Otto winners (including T. Rex members Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan) at the Sherat
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Jun 2, 19725 min read
Marc Bolan (June 1972) Hard On Love LP (Original UK IBC Studios Acetate Recording)
A rare original UK IBC Sound Recording Studios double-sided acetate of Marc Bolan’s unreleased 1972 album Hard On Love (later issued in 1974 as The Beginning Of Doves), featuring previously unreleased material and a significant piece of Bolan history. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Title: Hard On Love Date: Recorded 1972 (Unreleased at the time) Label: IBC Sound Recording Studios (Acetate) Format / Type: LP Acetate Recording (Double-Sided) Country: United Ki
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Jun 1, 19722 min read
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