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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 (June 1972 / 2025) Hard On Love LP (Original Unreleased Track Test Pressing)
A rare original Track Records test pressing of Marc Bolan’s unreleased 1972 album Hard On Love, later released in 1974 as The Beginning Of Doves, features previously unheard material and offers a fascinating glimpse into Bolan’s history from John Peel’s personal collection. The album was involved in a 1972 court injunction by Bolan to prevent its release. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Title: Hard On Love Date: Recorded 1972 (Unreleased at the time) Label: T
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Jun 1, 19722 min read
Marc Bolan (June 1, 1972) “The Spector Sound" Feature – Hit Parader Magazine
In-depth three-page interview and feature with Marc Bolan discussing his musical influences, songwriting philosophy, and the sound of T. Rex. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature / Interview (Pages 24–26) Title: The Spector Sound ‘easy to achieve’ / MARC BOLAN THE STORY The feature includes a large portrait of Bolan, an interview where he talks about creating the T. Rex sound, his admiration for Phil Spector, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley,
T.Rex
Jun 1, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 1, 1972) Ride a White Swan Album Review – Pop Magazine
The June 1972 edition of Pop Magazine features a glowing review of a T. Rex album (likely Electric Warrior), praising it as their best release so far and highlighting Marc Bolan’s songwriting and the band’s unique sound. Publication: Pop Magazine Date: June 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Album Review THE STORY The review discusses the album’s 15 tracks, all written by Marc Bolan, and notes its vitality compared to previous releases. It highlights the rhythmi
T.Rex
Jun 1, 19722 min read
T. Rex (June 1, 1972) Ride A White Swan LP (German Edition)
The German edition of T. Rex’s 1970 album, retitled Ride A White Swan and featuring alternate artwork, marking an early international release of the band’s transitional material. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Ride A White Swan Date: June 1, 1972 Label: Ariola Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Gatefold) Country: Germany Catalogue: 85 070 IT TRACK LIST Side A The Children Of Rarn Jewel The Visit Childe Diamond Meadows Root Of Star Beltane Walk Ride A White Sw
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Jun 1, 19722 min read
Marc Bolan (May 28, 1972) "Marc Bolan: Rollin' with rock" – The Houston Post Feature
A major profile in The Houston Post (May 28, 1972) celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rising success in America, their transition from underground favorites to chart stars, and Bolan’s charismatic personality during the height of the glam rock explosion. Publication: The Houston Post Date: May 28, 1972 Country: United States Section: Pop / Music Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article portrays Marc Bolan as a dynamic, chameleon-like figure leading T. Rex’s brea
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May 28, 19722 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 20 1972) Vintage Poster - Sounds
With Trextasy hitting its peak in the summer of 1972, and at the time of publication Bolan Boogie was sitting at the top of the UK Albums Chart and PROPHETS SEERS AND SAGES THE ANGELS OF THE AGES / MY PEOPLE WERE FAIR AND HAD SKY IN THEIR HAIR... at number 7 the UK music press was crashing in on the phenomenon, none more so than with this vintage Sounds poster.
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May 20, 19721 min read
T.Rex (May 18, 1972) "Bolan: Who Needs Him?" – IT Magazine Cover
A striking cover from the underground magazine IT dated May 18 1972, featuring Marc Bolan performing live in full glam‑rock splendour. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: IT Magazine Date: May 18, 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Cover Title: Bolan: Who Needs Him? THE STORY This bold IT Magazine cover captures Marc Bolan at a moment when glam rock was beginning to shift and mutate. The headline’s provocative question, “Who Needs Him?”, reflects the changing tone of the early‑1970s m
T.Rex
May 18, 19722 min read
T. Rex (May 13, 1972) "The REX Records" - NME
Nick Logan compiles a comprehensive guide to Marc Bolan’s journey from underground folk to glam rock superstardom. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 13, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Pages 8–9 – Special Feature THE STORY This two-page spread, compiled by Nick Logan, is a detailed survey of Marc Bolan’s entire recorded history up to that point. It covers his early work with Tyrannosaurus Rex through to the breakthrough electric T.
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May 13, 19722 min read
T. Rex(May 10 1972) "Metal Guru" Single - Chart Entry
Metal Guru by T.Rex is a new entry at number 9 on this weeks U.K. Singles Chart, it would spend a total of 14 weeks on the chart including 4 at the top spot
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May 10, 19725 min read
T.Rex (6 May 1972) T. Rex Dates - NME
A vibrant and busy front page from New Musical Express (NME) dated 6 May 1972, dominated by a dynamic live shot of Marc Bolan and packed with major tour announcements at the height of the glam-rock era. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: T. Rex Dates / Simon & Garfunkel Concerts / Alvin Lee Feature THE STORY This NME cover highlights T. Rex’s upcoming June 1972 UK tour dates, news
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May 6, 19722 min read
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