Bang A Gong: New Additions

Sounds publishes one of the earliest reviews of Born To Boogie, with Steve Peacock assessing Ringo Starr’s film documenting Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the peak of Bolanmania. Combining concert footage, humour and backstage moments, the film is presented as a unique cinematic snapshot of Britain’s biggest rock phenomenon. Publication: Sounds Publication Date: December 16, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: December 1972 – UK cinema release of Born To Boogie Written by Stev

Caroline Boucher takes a personal and wide‑ranging look at Marc Bolan, tracing his journey from Tooting Mod to flower child, then electric rock star, while examining the pressures, criticisms and expectations that came with being Britain’s biggest pop phenomenon. Publication: Disc Date: December 9, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Written by Caroline Boucher, this major feature presents Marc Bolan at the height of Bolanmania, yet surprisingly reflective about his career and publi

A striking full‑page Music Star concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s Christmas 1972 appearances at the Sundown venues in Edmonton and Brixton. Published at the height of Bolanmania, the advert places T. Rex alongside many of the era’s leading rock acts while promoting two special festive performances scheduled for December 22 and 23. Publication: Music Star Date: December 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full‑page advert promotes the December programme of concerts presen

Marc Bolan graces the cover of Disco magazine as the publication responds to growing criticism directed at the T. Rex frontman. The cover boldly declares that despite the attacks from critics and detractors, Bolan remains one of the biggest figures in British popular music. Publication: Disc Publication Date: November 11, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: November 1972 This issue of Disco places Marc Bolan prominently on the cover beneath the headline: "Marc Bolan – Th

Marc Bolan graces the cover of Disco magazine as the publication responds to growing criticism directed at the T. Rex frontman. The cover boldly declares that despite the attacks from critics and detractors, Bolan remains one of the biggest figures in British popular music. Publication: Disc Publication Date: November 11, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: November 1972 This issue of Disco places Marc Bolan prominently on the cover beneath the headline: "Marc Bolan – Th

James Johnson interviews Marc Bolan about his new album, changing musical trends, David Bowie, Slade and Michael Jackson, capturing the T. Rex leader during a period of reflection and transition.. Publication: Unknown (NME) Date: Unknown (1972) Country: United Kingdom Written by James Johnson, this extensive feature finds Marc Bolan discussing his latest album, the changing state of popular music and the public reaction to T. Rex in both Britain and America. Speaking candidly

Penny Valentine interviews Marc Bolan at a crucial moment in T. Rex’s career, as the singer responds to criticism following a difficult American tour and reflects on fame, credibility, David Bowie, Slade, Michael Jackson and the future direction of his music. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 1972 (unconfirmed) Country: United Kingdom In this substantial interview by Penny Valentine, with photographs by Mike Putland, Marc Bolan dismisses suggestions that his career is

Sounds reunites two key figures from the earliest Tyrannosaurus Rex days as Steve Took reflects on Marc Bolan, T. Rex's extraordinary success, and the remarkable transformation from underground acoustic duo to one of Britain's biggest rock acts. Publication: Sounds Publication Date: November/December 1972 Country: United Kingdom This feature follows Steve Took, Marc Bolan's former partner in the original Tyrannosaurus Rex, as he attends a T. Rex concert to witness first‑hand

This memorabilia item consists of a copy of T. Rex's classic album The Slider bearing a Marc Bolan autograph in blue ink on the front cover. The signature was accompanied by supporting provenance in the form of a printed email from writer and broadcaster Spencer Leigh. According to the accompanying statement, Leigh interviewed Marc Bolan during an appearance at Southport Theatre in 1976. At the request of friend Pete Rimmer, he took along a copy of The Slider for Bolan to sig

An original Pye Records advanced promotion acetate for the unreleased Marc Bolan album Hard On Love. The acetate is handwritten with the title Hard On Love and Marc Bolan's name, with catalogue references 2406 101 A and 2406 101 B appearing on the respective labels. The lot also includes original legal documentation relating to proceedings between Marc Bolan and Track Records Ltd. The accompanying paperwork consists of copies of affidavits associated with the dispute, adding