There Was A Time: Marc’s Scrapbook:

An American newspaper profile examines Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the height of their popularity, presenting Bolan as an artist moving beyond simple rock and roll clichés and developing into a more thoughtful and poetic songwriter. Published during the band's first major breakthrough in the United States, the article captures how American journalists viewed the phenomenon of Bolanmania. Publication: News‑Chronicle Publication Date: October 13, 1972 Country: USA Event Date: Octo

Marc Bolan graces the cover of Issue 4 of Mickie Message & Songbook, reflecting the height of Bolanmania during one of the most successful periods of T. Rex's career. Published as The Slider continued its chart success, the issue combines fan magazine coverage with song lyrics from many of the biggest artists of the day. Publication: Mickie Message & Songbook Publication Date: October 12, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Issue 4 of Mickie Message & Songbo

A syndicated entertainment report follows Ringo Starr and Maureen Starkey as they arrive in the United States to promote Born To Boogie, the new concert film centred on Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Publication: The Longview Daily News Date: October 8, 1972 Country: USA This entertainment column reports on Ringo Starr and Maureen Starkey arriving in the United States to promote Ringo's new film, Born To Boogie. The article identifies the movie as a celebration of the success of Marc

A short newspaper profile introduces Marc Bolan to American readers, examining his rapid rise from cult performer to international rock star as T. Rex's popularity continued to grow in the United States. Publication: The San Francisco Examiner Date: Saturday, October 7, 1972 Country: USA Written by Tom Campbell, the article describes Marc Bolan as both Britain's newest sex symbol and one of rock music's most talked‑about personalities. Referencing comments made earlier in the

The cover and lead feature on this page of New Musical Express presents Part Two of Keith Altham’s interview with Marc Bolan. Accompanied by a large portrait photograph, the article focuses on Bolan’s reflections on fame, songwriting, creativity, criticism, personal ambition and his future, highlighted by the striking headline quotation, “I'm writing as if I'm not going to be around much longer.” Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 7, 1972 Country: United Kin

This short feature appears in response to a reader request for information about Marc Bolan and T. Rex. The article explains that Bolan, born in England 24 years earlier, was already enjoying superstar status in the United Kingdom but was only beginning to attract significant attention in the United States. Publication: The Cleveland Press Date: Friday, October 6, 1972 Country: USA The piece traces his career from occasional solo singing engagements through his time with John

This German singles review highlights T. Rex's latest release "Children Of The Revolution", presenting the record as another strong example of Marc Bolan's ability to create infectious rock music. Accompanied by a live photograph of Bolan on stage, the feature predicts continued success for the group in Germany. Publication: Bravo Disco 41 Date: October 5, 1972 Country: Germany Appearing in the "Singles – Frisch Aus Der Presse" section, the review focuses on T. Rex's new sing

A three-page feature examines the extraordinary level of attention surrounding Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the height of their popularity. The article focuses on the pressures of fame, the intense reaction of fans, and the dramatic scenes that accompanied the group's public appearances. Publication: Weekend Date: October 4, 1972 Country: UK The feature opens with vivid scenes of excitement surrounding a public appearance by Marc Bolan. Large crowds gather wherever the singer is

This feature profiles Marc Bolan during T. Rex's breakthrough American tour, contrasting his delicate appearance with the powerful stage presence that had made him one of Britain's biggest rock stars. Through an extended interview, Bolan discusses imagination, songwriting, fame, artistic control and the continuing growth of T. Rex. Publication: The Columbian Date: October 2, 1972 Country: United States Written by David Sterritt of the Christian Science Monitor News Service, t

Marc Bolan appears on the cover of the October 1972 issue of Beat Instrumental and contributes a feature discussing his music, future ambitions and attitudes toward success. The interview presents Bolan in a candid mood, reflecting on media attention, creativity, films and public perceptions while offering insights into his outlook during the height of T. Rex's success. Publication: Beat Instrumental Date: October 1972 Country: United Kingdom The cover story, titled "My Music