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1975: Zip Gun Boogie
Explore the world of Marc Bolan during 1975, a year defined by experimentation, creativity, and the release of Bolan's Zip Gun. Featuring recordings, live performances, interviews, television appearances, press coverage, photographs, and rare archive material, this category documents a period of artistic exploration and reinvention. As Marc embraced new sounds, fresh ideas, and changing musical landscapes, he continued to demonstrate the individuality, imagination, and charisma that made him one
T. Rex (2002) – Wax Co. Singles Box Set Volume 2 (1975–1978) CD Box Set UK
Wax Co. Singles Volume 2 (1975–1978) was released by Edsel Records in 2002 as the second volume in the label's acclaimed Wax Co. Singles series. Presented as a limited-edition box set, the collection reproduces the original T. Rex single releases from the final years of Marc Bolan's career. Covering the period from 1975 through 1978, the set documents Bolan's creative evolution following the peak years of T. Rextasy. The collection brings together the original A-sides and B-s
T.Rex
Oct 13, 20023 min read
T. Rex (January 30, 1976) – Futuristic Dragon LP
Zinc Alloy's Delayed Glam Masterpiece
1973
Jan 30, 19764 min read
T. Rex (November 1, 1975) – Marc's Christmas Bop Single: UK
Marc's Christmas Box was planned as a seasonal T. Rex single for release during November 1975 on the T. Rex Wax Co. label as catalogue number MARC 12. Although label artwork was prepared and release plans were evidently advanced, the single was ultimately withdrawn before any commercial pressing took place. The proposed release was centred around "Christmas Bop", a festive recording written and produced by Marc Bolan. The project was abandoned following concerns that the song
1973
Nov 1, 19753 min read
Marc Bolan (October 31, 1975) – “Marc Bolan als zärtlicher Vater” Feature - Bravo
This Bravo feature presents a rare and intimate look at Marc Bolan away from the stage, focusing on his new role as a father. Accompanied by exclusive family photographs, the article introduces readers to Marc, Gloria Jones and their newborn son Rolan, revealing a more personal side of the T. Rex star than fans were accustomed to seeing. Publication: Bravo Date: October 31, 1975 Country: Germany Published under the headline "Marc Bolan als zärtlicher Vater" ("Marc Bolan as a
1975
Oct 31, 19752 min read
Marc Bolan (October 25, 1975) – “Bolan Is Making His Mark In New TV Job” Feature – Liverpool Echo.
Monica O'Hara talks to Marc Bolan midway through his new television series, discussing his enthusiasm for interviewing, the extraordinary volume of fan mail still arriving at his London office, and his creative interests beyond T. Rex, including books, painting and plans to move into film directing. Publication: Weekend Echo Date: October 25, 1975 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Published under the large headline “BOLAN IS MAKING HIS MARK IN NEW TV JOB”, the feature examine
1975
Oct 24, 19753 min read
Marc Bolan / T. Rex (October 16, 1975) – “Marc Bolan Wurde Popstar Nr. 1” Feature - Bravo Disco
This Bravo Disco feature celebrates Marc Bolan's continuing popularity in Germany and reflects on his remarkable rise from underground musician to international pop star. Accompanied by a contemporary portrait photograph, the article presents Bolan as one of the defining figures of the glam rock era while examining his success with T. Rex. tion: Bravo Disco Date: October 16, 1975 Country: Germany Under the headline “Marc Bolan wurde Popstar Nr. 1” ("Marc Bolan Became Pop Star
1975
Oct 15, 19752 min read
T. Rex (October 4, 1975) – “T. Rex Disco Party” Advert - Record Mirror & Disc
A full-page Record Mirror & Disc advertisement promoting T.Rex’s new single “Dreamy Lady”. The advert presents it as part of a disco-flavoured three-track package under the banner “T•REX DISCO PARTY”, featuring bold illustration and promotion for “Bolan’s Jive In ’75”.
1975
Oct 4, 19752 min read
Marc Bolan (October 1, 1975) – “Rockin' Rolan Bolan!” Feature - Evening Standard
This Evening Standard feature announces the birth of Marc Bolan's son, Rolan Bolan. Accompanied by a photograph of Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones and their newborn child, the article captures a significant personal moment in the T. Rex leader's life. Publication: Evening Standard Date: October 1, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "Rockin' Rolan Bolan!", the article reports the arrival of Marc Bolan's son, Rolan. The feature notes that the child was born at the Avenue
1975
Sep 30, 19752 min read
T. Rex (September 26, 1975) – "Dreamy Lady" b/w "Do You Wanna Dance?" Single: United Kingdom
Released on September 26, 1975, T. Rex Disco Party, subtitled Bolan's Jive In '75, was issued as a 7-inch extended-play single by EMI Records on the T. Rex Wax Co. label. The release arrived during a period when Marc Bolan was actively reshaping T. Rex's sound, incorporating stronger disco, soul and R&B influences into the band's music. Appearing between Bolan's Zip Gun and Futuristic Dragon, the EP captured Bolan's growing interest in dance-oriented rhythms and contemporary
1975
Sep 25, 19753 min read
T. Rex (September 19, 1975) – “Forthcoming Attractions” Concert Advert – Evening Chronicle.
A Mayfair Suite advertisement published in the Evening Chronicle announces T. Rex as one of the venue's forthcoming attractions, with the group scheduled to appear at the Newcastle venue on Friday, October 17, 1975. Publication: Evening Chronicle Publication Date: September 19, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 17, 1975 THE STORY Published under the heading “The Mayfair Suite – Forthcoming Attractions”, this newspaper advertisement lists T. Rex among a series o
1975
Sep 18, 19752 min read
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