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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 (November 16, 1973) “Truck On (Tyke)” / “Sitting Here” – Single 7" UK
A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam, Funk Rock A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side
1973
Nov 16, 19732 min read
T. Rex (November 16, 1973) “Truck On (Tyke)” / “Sitting Here” – Single 7" DEN
A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam, Funk Rock A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side
1973
Nov 16, 19732 min read
T. Rex (November 16, 1973) “Truck On (Tyke)” / “Sitting Here” – Single 7" FR
A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by CBS) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Catalogue: REX 1948 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Sitting Here” W
1973
Nov 16, 19732 min read
Ringo Starr (November 9, 1973) - Ringo Album LP: UK
Ringo Starr’s third studio album Ringo, released on November 9, 1973, featuring an all-star cast of collaborators including George Harrison, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Marc Bolan, and others, with the hit singles “Photograph” and “You’re Sixteen.” RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Ringo Starr Title: Ringo Date: November 9, 1973 Label: Apple Records Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Gatefold) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: PCTC 252 / 0C 066 o 05492 TRACK LIST Side One
1973
Nov 9, 19732 min read
T. Rex (November 2, 1973) Great Hits LP / TC / 8-Track
T. Rex’s 1973 compilation album Great Hits, a sparkling 14-track collection of Marc Bolan’s biggest glam anthems from the band’s commercial peak, featuring “Telegram Sam,” “Metal Guru,” “20th Century Boy,” and “Children Of The Revolution.” RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Great Hits Date: November 2, 1973 Label: T. REX Records (EMI) Format / Type: LP Vinyl, Cassette (Grey & Blue body variants), 8-Track Cartridge Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: LP: BLN 5
1973
Nov 2, 19733 min read
T. Rex (October 28, 1973) – “Bolan, T. Rex Spectacular” Australian Tour Feature - The Sydney Morning Herald
This Sydney Morning Herald feature looks ahead to T. Rex’s imminent Australian appearances following the group's American and Far East touring. Published under the headline “Bolan, T. Rex Spectacular”, the item promises an unusually elaborate stage production involving fog machines, dramatic lighting, a special curtain backdrop and even oxy-welders, while reporting that Marc Bolan and T. Rex were due to arrive in Sydney the following Friday. Publication: The Sydney Morning He
1973
Oct 27, 19733 min read
T. Rex (October 27, 1973) “By Public Demand” Advert - Disc Music Paper
The October 27, 1973 edition of Disc magazine features a striking full-page advertisement for T. Rex’s compilation album Great Hits, released “By Public Demand” and including a full colour poster. Publication: Disc Date: October 27, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Album Promotion / Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The dramatic advert promotes the new T. Rex Great Hits album on the BLN 5003 label (available on tape), highlighting the strong public deman
1973
Oct 26, 19732 min read
T. Rex (October 23, 1973) – “Bolan’s New Year Boogie” News Feature - Melody Maker
This Melody Maker news item announces plans for a major British T. Rex tour in early 1974, which would mark the group's first substantial tour of the country since the four Sundown concerts held the previous Christmas. The report also reveals plans for an extensive American tour and announces the forthcoming Great Hits collection, listing the twelve T. Rex tracks selected for the album. Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 23, 1973 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Publish
1973
Oct 22, 19732 min read
T. Rex / Marc Bolan (October 18, 1973) – “Marc feierte Geburtstag beim Friseur” Feature - Bravo
This short Bravo-Disco news item focuses on Marc Bolan and his changing appearance. Headlined “Marc feierte Geburtstag beim Friseur”, translated as “Marc Celebrated His Birthday at the Hairdresser’s”, the piece reports that Bolan had his trademark curls cut considerably shorter, presenting the change as a striking new look for the T. Rex star. Publication: Bravo Date: October 18, 1973 Country: Germany Appearing within the “Bravo-Disco 43” news pages, the small feature is devo
1973
Oct 17, 19732 min read
Marc Bolan (October 11, 1973, 1973) – “T. Rex Belly Lands In America” Feature – Bravo.
Bravo reports on Marc Bolan's difficult experiences in America, examining T. Rex's attempts to conquer the United States and the challenges encountered during the band's overseas campaign. Accompanied by numerous photographs, the two‑page feature presents a candid look at a period when expectations of American success failed to match reality. Publication: Bravo Publication Date: October 11, 1973 Country: Germany Event Date: 1973 American Tour Period This two‑page Bravo featur
1973
Oct 10, 19732 min read
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