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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 (June 1, 1973) - The Groover / Midnight Single: UK
"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:
1973
May 31, 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
1973
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
1973
May 25, 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
1973
May 11, 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.
1973
May 9, 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.
1973
May 4, 19731 min read
Marc Bolan (May 1, 1973) – Memorabilia: Film Review Colour Poster
Publication: Film Review Date: May 1973 Country: United Kingdom Item: Large colour poster Size: Approx. 30 × 20.5 inches (76 × 52 cm) MEMORABILIA A large Marc Bolan colour poster originally included free with the May 1973 issue of Film Review. The magazine cover prominently advertises: “FREE INSIDE – BIG MARC BOLAN COLOUR POSTER” The fold-out poster features a full-length studio photograph with a bright pink jacket and a toy tank positioned in the foreground. Along the bottom
1973
Apr 30, 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
1973
Apr 30, 19731 min read
T. Rex (April 25, 1973) “Born to Boogie” Film Advertisement – The Evening News and Star
The April 25, 1973 edition of The Evening News and Star features a cinema advertisement for the film Born to Boogie starring Marc Bolan & T. Rex with Ringo Starr, promoting upcoming screenings and a free full-colour Marc Bolan poster. Publication: The Evening News and Star Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: Carlisle / UK Section: Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert announces Born to Boogie is now showing at the ABC Cinema in Carlisle with specific sc
1973
Apr 24, 19732 min read
T. Rex (April 25, 1973) “Stamping Ground” Film Advertisement – The State Journal
The April 25, 1973 edition of The State Journal (Michigan) features a cinema advertisement for the film Stamping Ground, highlighting T. Rex’s performance at the 1970 Holland Festival of Music alongside a stellar lineup of artists. Publication: The State Journal Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United States Location: Lansing, Michigan Section: Entertainment / Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes the film Stamping Ground (documenting the 1970 Holland Pop Festival)
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Apr 24, 19732 min read
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