There Was A Time: Marc’s Scrapbook:

New Musical Express announces T. Rex’s six-week European tour starting in Berlin, with confirmed dates across Germany and plans for further shows in France, Scandinavia, and Holland, plus upcoming tours in the Far East and United States. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: February 10, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Tour Announcement THE STORY The article details the band’s upcoming European itinerary, notes the absence of British dates

The February 1, 1973 edition of Circus Magazine features Marc Bolan addressing rumours of his declining popularity in America, asserting that he is very much alive and kicking while promoting his upcoming high-energy album. Publication: Circus Magazine Date: February 1, 1973 Country: United States Location: New York Section: Major Feature / Interview THE STORY The article recounts Bolan’s recent US tour experiences, where he faced smaller crowds than expected in some cities.

The February 1973 edition of Fabulous 208 magazine includes a large, full-colour Marc Bolan pin-up as part of their 1973 calendar series, showing him smiling outdoors in a leather jacket and blue velvet trousers. Publication: Fabulous 208 Date: February 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Calendar Pin-Up / Poster THE STORY The colourful calendar page features a relaxed and smiling Marc Bolan posing with foliage against a stone wall background, accompanied b

The January 20, 1973 edition of Popswop (No.16) features Marc Bolan on the cover, promoting “crazy colour pics” of top stars including The Osmonds, Gary Glitter, Alice Cooper, and Jeff Beck. Publication: Popswop Date: January 20, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan with guitar and curly hair, alongside a bright red box highlighting content such as fashion tips, songwords, and features on other glam an

Record Mirror looks ahead to the coming year with predictions for the biggest stars of 1973, featuring a prominent photo of Slade and mentions of acts including T. Rex, David Cassidy, the Osmonds, and others. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: New Year Predictions / Feature THE STORY The article asks readers and industry figures who they believe will be the stars of 1973. It includes commentary on current acts li

The January 6, 1973 edition of Record Mirror features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the front cover, kicking off the new year with glam rock prominence. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic, colourful close-up of Marc Bolan with wet-look hair and intense gaze, alongside headlines teasing inside stories including Michael Jackson’s New Year message, Dav

A dedicated 16-page special issue of Disco 45 magazine devoted entirely to Marc Bolan and T. Rex, featuring their life story, photos, and fan-focused content at the height of their early success. Publication: Disco 45 Date: 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Special Edition / Fan Magazine THE STORY The special presents the complete Marc Bolan / T. Rex story in words and pictures, covering their rise, stage performances, fashion, and hits. It includes a str

Article Context Main Highlights Publication: The Salisbury Post (Salisbury, North Carolina) Date: Thursday, November 30, 1972 Author: Bob Daiberitz “Jubilant Wails Of Amplified Strings Call Out To Fans Of T. Rex” Highly enthusiastic feature on T.Rex during the peak of T.Rextasy in late 1972. The article captures the electric excitement surrounding Marc Bolan and the band’s live performances and massive popularity in the US. Key Content Notable Mentions The piece vividly descr

Publication: The Ann Arbor News (Ann Arbor, Michigan) Date: Thursday, November 23, 1972 Page: 88 Author: David Sterritt (Christian Science Monitor Service) A detailed and affectionate profile of Marc Bolan during the peak of T.Rex-mania in late 1972. The article presents Bolan as a Peter Pan-like figure in rock — a popstar who retains a childlike wonder, fragility, and playful spirit even as he commands massive audiences and commercial success “Popstar T. Rex Stays A Child” S