There Was A Time: Marc’s Scrapbook:

The June 15, 2003 edition of The Independent features a column by Readers’ Editor Simon O’Hagan discussing an unidentified photograph of a young Marc Bolan (then known as Mark Feld) that was used in a previous feature without proper credit. Publication: The Independent Date: June 15, 2003 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Readers’ Editor / Corrections & Clarifications THE STORY The piece explains how a mod-era photo of three young men (one confirmed as Bolan)

The July 28, 2002 edition of The Philadelphia Inquirer features an article by Tom Moon on T. Rex’s Marc Bolan, describing him as so obscure yet so influential. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: July 28, 2002 Country: United States The piece discusses Marc Bolan’s lasting impact despite relative obscurity in the United States. It covers the 25th anniversary of his death, the retrospective 20th Century Boy: The Ultimate Collection, and Bolan’s pioneering glam-rock st

The May 1997 issue of Guitarist Magazine featuring Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “Marc Bolan — Genius or Joke? The life and music of a 20th Century Boy”. PUBLICATION: Guitarist Magazine Date: May 1997 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Main Feature Title: MARC BOLAN — GENIUS OR JOKE? THE STORY This striking cover highlights a major retrospective on Marc Bolan’s life, career, and guitar playing. The issue includes an in-depth feature, guitar les

The June 20, 1996 edition of the Evening Standard features an article highlighting the relative obscurity of Steve Peregrin Took, the original percussionist and co-founder of Tyrannosaurus Rex alongside Marc Bolan Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 20, 1996 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Arts THE STORY The piece discusses Steve Peregrin Took’s tragic life and death, his departure from the band, and the efforts of fans (including Susan Hibberd) to rest

The June 15, 1996 edition of the Daily Echo reviews the T. Rex compilation A BBC History (Windsong), a collection of 17 BBC sessions recorded between October 1967 and March 1971, offering a fascinating alternative look at Marc Bolan’s prime years. Publication: Daily Echo (Bournemouth) Date: June 15, 1996 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bournemouth, Dorset Section: Music Review THE STORY The review highlights standout tracks like “Ride A White Swan,” “Jeepster,” and “Hot Lov

The June 20, 1995 edition of the Evening Standard features an interview with Michael Eavis, founder of the Glastonbury Festival, in which he recalls booking T. Rex in the early years and reflects on the festival’s growth. Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 20, 1995 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Arts THE STORY Michael Eavis discusses the early days of Glastonbury, including booking T. Rex, and shares memories of the festival’s evolution. He mentions t

The June 18, 1995 edition of The Independent features a major profile on Michael Eavis and the Glastonbury Festival, highlighting Marc Bolan’s early connection to the event and his lasting influence on the festival’s spirit. Publication: The Independent Date: June 18, 1995 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature / Glastonbury Profile THE STORY The article recounts how Michael Eavis first encountered Marc Bolan at the 1970 Glastonbury Festival (then called Pi

Special multi-page retrospective feature on Marc Bolan in the nostalgia magazine gold, marking him as “The Boy Who Would Be King”. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1994 (Vol.1 Issue 4) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 5-Page Feature Title: MARC BOLAN – THE BOY WHO WOULD BE KING THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan in full regal costume (crown, scepter, ornate necklace and robes), directly referencing his famous 1977 Record Mirror photoshoot. The interio

The June 21, 1990 edition of the Hereford Times features a nostalgic “Flashback” article on Marc Bolan and T. Rex, highlighting his purchase of a Herefordshire mansion and his rise to fame. Publication: Hereford Times Date: June 21, 1990 Country: United Kingdom Location: Hereford Section: Flashback / Nostalgia THE STORY The article recounts how Marc Bolan bought William and Mary-style William & Mary mansion in Herefordshire. It details his superstardom, the mansion’s history,

The June 18, 1983 edition of the Daily Mirror reports on the Marc Bolan fan club’s continued efforts to keep his music alive, including their acquisition of recording rights and new reissues on the “Marc On Wax” label. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: June 18, 1983 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Music News THE STORY The article highlights the dedication of the Marc Bolan fan club six years after his death. It mentions their new “Marc On Wax” label, the re-re