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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 (June 15, 1973) "The Groover" - Top of the Pops Rebroadcast
On June 15 1973, BBC’s Top of the Pops rebroadcast T. Rex’s performance of “The Groover” (originally recorded on May 30 1973). BROADCAST DETAILS Show: Top of the Pops Original Recording: May 30 1973 Rebroadcast Date: June 15 1973 Performance: T. Rex – “The Groover” (Mimed repeat performance, Chart position #6) PERFORMANCES FEATURED ON THIS EPISODE The Hotshots – Snoopy Vs The Red Baron (Played Over Charts) Linda Lewis – Rock-a-doodle-doo (Mimed) Geordie – Can You Do It (Mimed
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Jun 15, 19732 min read
T. Rex (June 3, 1973) “The Groover” Single - Advert Rolling Stone
A full-page promotional advertisement in Rolling Stone for T. Rex’s new single “The Groover”, featuring a striking image of Marc Bolan in full glam regalia. PUBLICATION: Rolling Stone Date: June 3, 1973 Country: United States Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: The Groover — T. Rex THE STORY This eye-catching ad promotes the single “The Groover” with a dramatic black & white photograph of Marc Bolan kneeling on the floor in a flowing white garment, dark glasse
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Jun 3, 19732 min read
T. Rex (June 1, 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine
T. Rex (June 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine Publication: Circus Magazine Date: June 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The advert shows Marc Bolan in a white jacket kneeling with a large model tank, captioned “T.REX TANK”, and promotes the album on Reprise Records and Tapes (noting the poster was included with the album). CONTEXT AND NOTES This eye-catching advert appeared during the Tanx promotional cam
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Jun 1, 19731 min read
T. Rex (June 1, 1973) “The Groover” / “Midnight” – Single 7" UK Release
"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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Jun 1, 19733 min read
T.Rex (May 26, 1973)IMarc Bolan - It’s Here! Cover
A vibrant full-colour cover from the teen pop magazine It’s Here! (No.7, dated May 26, 1973) featuring Marc Bolan as the main star. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: It’s Here! Date: May 26, 1973 (No.7) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This issue proudly announces “IT’S HERE!” with Marc Bolan taking centre stage on the cover. It promotes super pin-ups, songs from Donny, Marc, Andy & David, Elton, and David, plus an inside story from Marie on the Osmond
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May 26, 19731 min read
T.Rex (May 26, 1973) Win A Marc Bolan Jacket! - Jackie Magazine
A full-colour cover and competition feature from Jackie magazine (No.490, week ending May 26, 1973) giving readers the chance to win an official Marc Bolan Shinysheaker jacket. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Jackie Date: Week ending May 26, 1973 (No.490) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Competition Page 5 THE STORY This issue promotes a major reader competition to win one of twenty-five genuine Marc Bolan Shinysheaker jackets. The cover features a striking
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May 26, 19732 min read
T.Rex (12 May 1973) Marc Bolan - Music Star Cover
SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music Star Date: May 12, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: Come to School with Marc THE STORY This cheerful Music Star cover presents Marc Bolan as a friendly, approachable teen idol in a feature titled “Come to School with Marc”. The issue also promotes time with Donny Osmond, a letter from The Jacksons, and the chance to “wear David’s shirt”, alongside a super double-page poster of Marti Kristian from The New Seeker
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May 12, 19732 min read
T.Rex (May 10 1973) Pop Magazine - Cover & Three‑Page Feature
By May 1973, Marc Bolan was redefining his image. This POP feature presents him as both confident and reflective — a star aware of his influence yet conscious of the pressures of success.
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May 10, 19731 min read
T.Rex (May 5 1973) Tanx Album Advert - Cashbox Magazine
his Cashbox Magazine feature from May 5 1973 spotlights Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the promotional campaign for their album Tanx, released earlier that spring on Reprise Records and Tapes.
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May 5, 19731 min read
T.Rex (May 1, 1973) Bolan Hits the Big Screen – Burton Mail
T. Rex superstar Marc Bolan is set to make his big screen debut as the band’s fame reaches new heights. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Burton Mail Date: May 1, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Entertainment News THE STORY This article announces that Marc Bolan is venturing into film, with early details about his on-screen appearance. It discusses his rapid rise from underground hero to pop idol and how he is now expanding into acting while continuing to lead T. Rex
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May 1, 19731 min read
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