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1973: Beyond The Revolution
Explore the eventful year of 1973, as Marc Bolan and T. Rex moved beyond the peak of T. Rextasy and continued to evolve creatively. Featuring hit records, major tours, television appearances, magazine features, rare photographs, and archive discoveries, this category documents a period of artistic ambition and transition. As musical tastes began to change, Marc remained firmly in the spotlight, determined to expand his horizons while maintaining his place among Britain's most influential and rec
T. Rex (February 17, 1973) “Our Best to Date Says Bolan” Disc Music Paper
A one‑page Disc article in which Marc Bolan declares “Twentieth Century Boy” the best T. Rex single to date, while revealing details of the upcoming Tanx album.
1973
Feb 17, 19732 min read
T. Rex (December 1, 1972) “Solid Gold Easy Action” / “Born to Boogie” – Single 7" UK
T.Rex’s “Solid Gold Easy Action” climbed to No. 3 on December 17, 1972, peaked at No. 2 on January 6, 1973, and charted for 11 weeks.
1973
Feb 17, 19732 min read
T. Rex (February 17, 1973) “I Cannot Stand This Much Longer” Record Mirror – Fan Letter
A fiery letter from a devoted T. Rex fan reacting to Marc Bolan’s January 7 appearance on The Cilla Black Show, praising the band’s performance while criticising Cilla for interrupting “Life’s A Gas.”
1973
Feb 17, 19732 min read
T. Rex (February 10, 1973) “Rex World Tour; No Home Gigs” NME
New Musical Express announces T. Rex’s six-week European tour starting in Berlin, with confirmed dates across Germany and plans for further shows in France, Scandinavia, and Holland, plus upcoming tours in the Far East and United States. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: February 10, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Tour Announcement THE STORY The article details the band’s upcoming European itinerary, notes the absence of British dates
1973
Feb 10, 19732 min read
Marc Bolan (February 1, 1973) “Bolan Says He Ain’t Dead Yet” Circus Magazine
The February 1, 1973 edition of Circus Magazine features Marc Bolan addressing rumours of his declining popularity in America, asserting that he is very much alive and kicking while promoting his upcoming high-energy album. Publication: Circus Magazine Date: February 1, 1973 Country: United States Location: New York Section: Major Feature / Interview THE STORY The article recounts Bolan’s recent US tour experiences, where he faced smaller crowds than expected in some cities.
1973
Feb 1, 19732 min read
T. Rex (February 1973) “Fabulous 208 Calendar” Pin-Up - Fabulous 208 Magazine
The February 1973 edition of Fabulous 208 magazine includes a large, full-colour Marc Bolan pin-up as part of their 1973 calendar series, showing him smiling outdoors in a leather jacket and blue velvet trousers. Publication: Fabulous 208 Date: February 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Calendar Pin-Up / Poster THE STORY The colourful calendar page features a relaxed and smiling Marc Bolan posing with foliage against a stone wall background, accompanied b
1973
Feb 1, 19732 min read
T.Rex (January 20, 1973) Marc Bolan Popswop – Magazine Cover
The January 20, 1973 edition of Popswop (No.16) features Marc Bolan on the cover, promoting “crazy colour pics” of top stars including The Osmonds, Gary Glitter, Alice Cooper, and Jeff Beck. Publication: Popswop Date: January 20, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan with guitar and curly hair, alongside a bright red box highlighting content such as fashion tips, songwords, and features on other glam an
1973
Jan 20, 19732 min read
Record Mirror (January 6, 1973) “RM Predicts The New Year Honours”
Record Mirror looks ahead to the coming year with predictions for the biggest stars of 1973, featuring a prominent photo of Slade and mentions of acts including T. Rex, David Cassidy, the Osmonds, and others. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: New Year Predictions / Feature THE STORY The article asks readers and industry figures who they believe will be the stars of 1973. It includes commentary on current acts li
1973
Jan 6, 19732 min read
T. Rex (January 6, 1973) “Marc Bolan Cover” Record Mirror – Magazine Cover
The January 6, 1973 edition of Record Mirror features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the front cover, kicking off the new year with glam rock prominence. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic, colourful close-up of Marc Bolan with wet-look hair and intense gaze, alongside headlines teasing inside stories including Michael Jackson’s New Year message, Dav
1973
Jan 6, 19731 min read
T. Rex (January 1, 1973) – 20th Century Album: EU LP TC
20th Century was a compilation album issued by Ariola in Germany during 1973. Released in a gatefold sleeve, the collection focused on Marc Bolan and T. Rex recordings from the band's most commercially successful glam rock period. The compilation assembled recent singles, B-sides and key album tracks, presenting a snapshot of T. Rex at the height of their international popularity. The album took its title from 20th Century Boy, one of Marc Bolan's best-known singles, and conc
1973
Jan 1, 19734 min read
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