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1977: The Dandy's Return
Explore the remarkable year of 1977, when Marc Bolan and T. Rex enjoyed a celebrated return to prominence. Featuring recordings, live performances, television appearances, interviews, press coverage, photographs, and rare archive material, this category chronicles a period of renewed creativity and success. As Marc embraced a new generation of music fans while retaining his unique style and charisma, he reaffirmed his position as one of Britain's most influential, innovative, and enduring rock s
T. Rex (April 18, 2026) – Songs From MARC Album: LP, RSD.
Songs From MARC is a Record Store Day exclusive release issued by Demon Records on April 18, 2026. Presented on opaque orange vinyl, the album gathers recordings taken from the first four episodes of MARC, the celebrated television series hosted by Marc Bolan. The collection draws upon performances recently recovered from a long-lost quarter-inch master tape and newly mastered for this release. RECORDING The recordings featured on Songs From MARC originate from shows one to f
T.Rex
Apr 172 min read
T. Rex (September 1, 2017) – Live 1977 Album: 2LP
Live 1977 is a live archive collection documenting some of the final concert performances by Marc Bolan and T. Rex. First released in 1997, the album compiles recordings from the band's March 1977 UK tour together with additional material drawn from an earlier American performance recorded in 1974. The collection captures T. Rex during a remarkable late-career revival, showcasing the strength of the band's final live line-up and preserving performances from the closing months
1977
Aug 31, 20174 min read
Marc Bolan & T. Rex (June 1, 1997) – Live 1977 Limited Edition Remastered 2CD
Live 1977 is a live archive release credited to Marc Bolan & T. Rex and issued by Edsel Records in June 1997. Released as a limited edition remastered double CD, the set compiles performances from Marc Bolan's final British tour appearances during March 1977 together with a bonus disc drawn from an earlier American performance recorded in Cleveland, Ohio during 1974. The release brought together material from concerts at London's Rainbow Theatre, Portsmouth Locarno and the Ag
1977
May 31, 19973 min read
Marc Bolan (October 6, 1977) – “Abschied von Marc Bolan” News Feature - Bravo
This Bravo feature reports on the discovery and forthcoming release of previously unheard Marc Bolan recordings. Published four years after Bolan's passing, the article highlights the excitement surrounding newly uncovered material and the possibility of hearing rare recordings from the T. Rex leader's early career. Publication: Bravo Date: October 6, 1977 Country: Germany Appearing in Bravo's Pop-Telegramme section under the headline "Abschied von Marc Bolan" ("Farewell to M
Marc Bolan
Oct 5, 19772 min read
Gonzalez (September 30, 1977) "I Haven't Stopped Dancin' Yet" Single – EMI (UK)
A lively disco/soul track written and produced by Gloria Jones, “I Haven’t Stopped Dancin’ Yet” became Gonzalez’s biggest hit, especially after a popular remix in 1979. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: EMI Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: EMI 2706 Release Date: September 30, 1977Upbeat, commercial disco-soul number with strong production by Gloria Jones. Red & beige EMI labels. A-side: “I Haven’t Stopped Dancin’ Yet” (Jones). B-side: “Carnival” (Hunte). B
glamslam72
Sep 29, 19771 min read
Marc Bolan (September 29, 1977) – “Die Todesfahrt des Glitzer-Stars Marc Bolan” Feature - Bravo
Published less than two weeks after Marc Bolan's passing, this feature from the German youth magazine Bravo examines the circumstances surrounding the fatal car crash that claimed the life of the T. Rex star. The article combines photographs, reporting and retrospective commentary to document the tragic event and its impact on fans across Europe. Publication: Bravo Date: September 29, 1977 Country: Germany The feature appears under the headline "Die Todesfahrt des Glitzer-Sta
Marc Bolan
Sep 28, 19772 min read
Marc – (September 28, 1977) – ITV Television Series Show 6
Marc was a British pop‑music television series presented by Marc Bolan and produced in Manchester by Granada Television for the ITV network. Broadcast Date: September 28, 1977 The sixth and final edition of Marc, broadcast on 28 September 1977, featured an eclectic mix of established stars, emerging new-wave acts, dance performances and appearances by Marc Bolan and T. Rex. The programme is particularly remembered for featuring David Bowie's appearance performing "Heroes" and
1977
Sep 27, 19772 min read
Marc – Episode 1 (August 24, 1977) – Granada Television, Manchester
Marc - Songs From The Granada TV Series Label: Edsel Country: UK Date: 1998 The first episode of Marc, the ITV pop‑music series hosted by Marc Bolan, was broadcast on 24 August 1977. Produced by Muriel Young and directed by Nicholas Ferguson, the show featured T. Rex performing alongside emerging punk and pop acts. Bolan’s critical rehabilitation was in full swing by the summer of 1977, spurred by the punk and new‑wave boom. Having completed a successful spring tour supporte
1977
Aug 23, 19772 min read
Marc – (August 24, 1977) – ITV Television Series Show 1
Broadcast Date: August 24, 1977 The debut episode of Marc aired on 24 August 1977 and introduced viewers to Marc Bolan's new ITV music series. The programme combined performances by established chart acts, emerging artists and appearances from Marc Bolan and T. Rex, reflecting the diversity of the British music scene during the late 1970s. SHOW CONTENTS "Sing Me a Song" – Marc Bolan with T. Rex "All Around the World" – The Jam "I Love to Boogie" – Marc Bolan with T. Rex "Cool
1977
Aug 23, 19773 min read
Marc Bolan (August 20, 1977) – “Marc Tunes Up for His New Style Pop Series” Feature – Liverpool Echo
This Liverpool Echo article from August 1977 previews Marc Bolan’s upcoming television series Marc, a six‑week pop show on Granada TV. The piece highlights Bolan’s embrace of the emerging “New Wave” movement and his effort to bring punk‑inspired energy to mainstream audiences. Publication: Liverpool Echo Date: August 20 1977 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Marc Tunes Up for His New Style Pop Series,” the article announces Bolan’s new Granada TV programme, descri
1977
Aug 19, 19772 min read
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