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This Phoenix review from September 5 1972, written by Tim Osburn, appears under the “Captive Audience – Phoenix Reviews” banner and offers a lively critique of T. Rex’s The Slider. The piece situates Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock sound within the broader early‑1970s rock landscape, comparing his style to contemporaries like Rod Stewart and Jimi Hendrix while celebrating Bolan’s unique mix of sensuality and pop mysticism. Publication: The Phoenix Date: September 5, 1972 Country: Un

This San Francisco Examiner feature from September 5 1972, written by Roderick Mann, profiles Ringo Starr during his transition from musician to actor and film producer. The article highlights his latest project, Count Downe, and his reflections on post‑Beatles life, including his recent documentary work on Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Publication: The San Francisco Examiner Date: September 5, 1972 Country: United States Mann’s interview finds Ringo in London, relaxed yet introspec

Publication: The Gazette (Montreal, Canada) Date: Saturday, September 2, 1972 Author: Bill Mann Section: Feature / Music Commentary “T.Rex – best that since the Beatles” Major feature praising T.Rex (led by Marc Bolan) as the most exciting British rock act since The Beatles. The article celebrates their massive rise in popularity and cultural impact in 1972. Key Content Notable Mentions The piece discusses T.Rex’s phenomenal success, their glam rock sound, Marc Bolan’s star p

This Bravo magazine calendar poster from September 1972 features Marc Bolan as the publication’s Star des Monats (“Star of the Month”). The striking close‑up portrait captures Bolan at the height of his glam‑rock fame, his face framed by dark curls and lit with warm, cinematic tones that emphasize his iconic mystique. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: September 1972 Country: Germany The poster presents Bolan in an intimate, almost hypnotic composition — his gaze direct, his

This Rock & Folk issue from September 1972 (No. 68) spotlights Marc Bolan on its cover, with the headline “T. Rex et Who arrivent” (“T. Rex and Who arrive”). The French magazine presents Bolan as the face of the glam‑rock revolution, his portrait filling the frame with shimmering makeup and intense gaze — a visual emblem of early‑1970s rock style. Publication: Rock & Folk Date: September 1972 Country: France The cover photograph captures Bolan in close‑up, his skin glowing

This New Musical Express front page from August 1972 announces the release of T. Rex’s upcoming three‑track maxi single, Children of the Revolution, alongside a striking photograph of Marc Bolan performing live. The bold design and headline reflect the band’s dominance in British rock and the anticipation surrounding their new material. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 26 1972 Country: United Kingdom The cover promotes T. Rex’s new single, scheduled for release

This Charlotte Observer clipping from August 1972 reports on Marc Bolan’s visit to New York, where the T. Rex frontman was “trying to find out why he’s not a star in America.” The short piece contrasts Bolan’s immense fame in Britain with his more modest recognition across the Atlantic. Publication: The Charlotte Observer Date: August 20 1972 Country: United States Written by Mike Jahn, the article describes Bolan’s curiosity about his limited American success despite his s

This NME interview finds Marc Bolan reflecting on his uneasy relationship with the music press at the height of T. Rex's success. Candid, thoughtful and occasionally frustrated, Bolan discusses fame, criticism, public expectations and the way journalists interpreted both his words and his music. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: August 19, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "Bolan On Love, Hate And The Press", Keith Altham interviews Marc Bolan during

This full-page advertisement promotes T. Rex's album The Slider. Featuring a striking photograph of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn, the advert highlights the group's latest LP and reinforces the visual identity that had become synonymous with T. Rex during the height of Bolanmania. Publication: Melody Maker Date: August 19, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This dramatic full-page advertisement is devoted entirely to T. Rex and the promotion of The Slider, the group's latest album rel

Publication: Hartford Courant (Hartford, Connecticut) Date: Saturday, August 19, 1972 Author: Henry McNulty Main Highlights A thoughtful and detailed analysis of T.Rex’s evolution in 1972. The article examines how the band, under Marc Bolan’s leadership, has shifted from the more elaborate, poetic style of Tyrannosaurus Rex to a rawer, more direct glam rock sound with their new release The Slider. “T. Rex: A New Simplemindedness" Key Content Notable Mentions The piece notes A