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1973: Tanx & Beyond
973 saw Marc Bolan and T. Rex navigating the post-peak years of T. Rextasy. Following the massive success of 1972, the band released the album Tanx and continued scoring hits with singles like “Solid Gold Easy Action” and “The Groover”. This year captured the transition from pure glam euphoria to a more mature, soul-influenced rock direction. Bolan experimented with funk and American R&B sounds while maintaining his core fanbase. This section explores the music, the tours, the changing band line
T. Rex (August 25, 1973) “Los Angeles” Concert Review – Melody Maker.
The August 25, 1973 edition of Melody Maker features a detailed and somewhat critical review of T. Rex’s concert at the Santa Monica Civic in Los Angeles, highlighting the contrast between their massive UK success and a more subdued American reception. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 25, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Concert Review THE STORY The review describes the atmosphere at the Santa Monica Civic, noting the audience’s polite but not over
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Big Carrot (August 10, 1973) “Blackjack” / “Squint Eye Mangle” – Single 7" UK
A groovy, semi-instrumental glam-rock excursion, “Blackjack” was released under the name Big Carrot — in reality Marc Bolan’s T. Rex backing band — and stands as a fascinating side project from the peak of T.Rextasy. Cover art taken from the UK release of T. Rex's "The 7" Singles Box Set," produced by Edsel and released on March 16, 2015. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Big Carrot Label: EMI / T. Rex Wax Co. Date: August 10, 1973 Catalogue: EMI 2042 F ormat: 7" Vinyl Single Country:
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T. Rex (August 5, 1973) “Zuwachs für T. Rex” Pop Magazine
The August 5, 1973 edition of the German pop magazine announces a new addition to T. Rex with the arrival of guitarist Jack Green, alongside details of upcoming tour plans with Three Dog Night. Publication: Pop Magazine (German pop weekly) Date: August 5, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Band News / Feature THE STORY T he article reports that after some line-up changes, T. Rex has welcomed new guitarist Jack Green (formerly of Trapeze). It mentions the band’s
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T. Rex / Marc Bolan (July 27, 1973) – “Three Dog Night with Special Guest T. Rex” Concert Advertisement – The Miami Herald
The July 27, 1973 edition of The Miami Herald carries an advertisement for a Three Dog Night concert with special guest T. Rex featuring Marc Bolan at the Hollywood Sportatorium. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: July 27, 1973 Country: United States The advert, presented by Concerts West, promotes “A Summer Spectacular, with the One and Only: Three Dog Night” tonight at 8:00 p.m. Special guest is listed as T. Rex featuring the Slider himself, Marc Bolan. The venue is the Ho
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T. Rex (July 25, 1973) Concert Poster – Mid South Coliseum, Memphis
A promotional concert poster for T. Rex performing with Humble Pie at the Mid South Coliseum in Memphis on Wednesday, July 25, 1973. Publication / Venue: Mid South Coliseum Date: July 25, 1973 Country: United States Location: Memphis, Tennessee Section: Concert Poster THE STORY The poster promotes the show with the tagline “Marc’s Ready!..... Are You?” and features a striking image of Marc Bolan in a white cape. CONTEXT AND NOTES This US poster was issued during T. Rex’s 1973
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Marc Bolan (July 21, 1973) Cover Feature – PopsWop Magazine
The July 21, 1973 edition of PopsWop Magazine features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the cover. Publication: PopsWop Date: July 21, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic close-up of Marc Bolan, with teasers for other features including Suzi Quatro, Marty Kristian, and Andy Mackay. CONTEXT AND NOTES This cover was published during the height of T. Rextasy. PopsWop was a popular British teen music mag
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T. Rex (July 20, 1973) “Jetzt machen T. Rex ihre Hits in München” Studio Feature – Bravo Magazine
The July 20, 1973 edition of Bravo Magazine features an exclusive report on T. Rex recording their new album in Munich at the Arabella House studio. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 20, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Exclusive Studio Report THE STORY The two-page spread follows T. Rex (Marc Bolan, Mickey Finn, Steve Currie, and Bill Legend) during sessions in Munich. It includes quotes from the band about the new album, the studio atmosphere, and thei
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T. Rex (July 20, 1973) “The Groover” / “Midnight” – Single 7" Japan
"The Groover" is a high-energy glam rock single that marked the end of T. Rex’s unbroken run of UK Top 10 hits. Released as a standalone non-album single on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, it reached No.4 in the UK — still a strong success but signalling the beginning of a commercial softening as newer glam acts like Slade and David Bowie dominated the charts. It remains a fan favourite for its crunching riff and infectious groove. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label:
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Marc Bolan (July 9, 1973) “What ten years did to model boy Marc” – Daily Mirror
The July 9, 1973 edition of the Daily Mirror looks back at how ten years transformed Marc Bolan from a fresh-faced teenage model to the glittering superstar of glam rock. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: July 9, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature THE STORY The article contrasts early photos of a clean-cut young Marc Bolan (then known as a model) with his current flamboyant glam image — complete with glittering jackets, satin trousers, and shoulder-l
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