There Was A Time: Marc’s Scrapbook:

Melody Maker cover story celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s explosive rise as glam rock’s ultimate scream-age idols during their imperial phase. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 20, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Story / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS High-energy coverage of Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rapid ascent to the top of British pop. The article highlights their shift from underground favourites to mainstream chart dominators, their dynami

The piece captures Marc Bolan on the cusp of transformation: newly electric, newly ascendant, and preparing to test his growing fame on American soil with a long, surprise‑laden London performance as a send‑off.

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s show at London’s Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971 during their electric breakthrough period. Publication: Melody Maker Date: January 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement for T. Rex’s live performance at the Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971. The show runs from 7:30–11:00 p.m. (doors open 7:00 p.m.) with tickets priced at 10/-.

Bold full-page Billboard magazine advertisement promoting T. Rex’s breakthrough single “Ride A White Swan” as “England’s Monster Single” now launching in the United States. Publication: Billboard Date: January 9, 1971 Country: United States Section: Record Company Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Capitol Records advert promoting “Ride A White Swan” as T. Rex’s major UK hit now available in the US. The ad highlights the single’s monster success in Britain an

Sounds magazine live review of Tyrannosaurus Rex performing at The Big Apple in Brighton during their electric transition, highlighting their performance of “Ride A White Swan”. Publication: Sounds Date: December 26, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Live Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Glowing review of Tyrannosaurus Rex’s performance at The Big Apple in Brighton. The writer praises the band’s evolving sound, Marc Bolan’s charismatic stage presence, and the str

New Musical Express feature examining T. Rex’s transition from underground cult favourites to mainstream chart contenders following the success of “Ride a White Swan”. Publication: New Musical Express Date: December 19, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan reflects on T. Rex’s rapid rise, the shift from underground credibility to pop success, and the changing music scene. The article questions whether T. Rex

Music Now cover story featuring Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn discussing their breakthrough Top of the Pops appearance performing “Ride a White Swan” and the band’s rapid rise. Publication: Music Now Date: December 12, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Story / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan describes the surreal experience of appearing on Top of the Pops, comparing it to a Federico Fellini film. He discusses the band’s new four-piece line-up with

Melody Maker news item announcing that bassist Steve Currie has joined T. Rex as a permanent member for their stage act, alongside news of the band’s upcoming album and strong advance orders for “Ride a White Swan”. Publication: Melody Maker Date: December 12, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: News Item THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan has added bassist Steve Currie to T. Rex’s stage act. The band’s single “Ride a White Swan” is approaching 200,000 sales. Thei

Record Mirror feature with Marc Bolan reflecting on the life-changing impact of scoring a major hit with “Ride a White Swan” ahead of T. Rex’s second Top of the Pops appearance. Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 5, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan discusses the sudden power and pressure that comes with having a hit record. He talks about the band’s rising success, media attention, upcoming TV perfor

This Swindon Advertiser music chart, published on Tuesday,  December 1, 1970, highlights T. Rex climbing to No. 5 with Ride a White Swan, compiled by Melody Maker. The listing captures a pivotal moment in British pop history — the dawn of glam rock — as Marc Bolan’s new electric sound began reshaping the charts. Publication: Swindon Advertiser (Swindon, England) Date: December 1 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Page 13 / Music Charts Title: T. Rex Riding High Rid