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There Was A Time: Marc’s Scrapbook:
Step into Marc Bolan's scrapbook and rediscover the stories, headlines, photographs, advertisements, interviews, reviews, and features that documented his remarkable journey. Drawn from newspapers, magazines, music papers, and rare publications, these archive treasures capture the excitement, creativity, and cultural impact of Marc and T. Rex as it was reported at the time, offering a unique window into the world of one of rock's most celebrated and enduring icons.


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Marc Bolan – Valentine Magazine
A full one-page colour feature on Marc Bolan in the teen magazine Valentine, titled “With Love From Us To You”, showcasing the glam rock icon at the height of T.Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Valentine Magazine Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: One-Page Colour Feature Title: With Love From Us To You THE STORY The page features a striking colour photograph of Marc Bolan performing on stage with his guitar, curly hair, and flamboyant stage outfit. It reflects

1972
Jun 2, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Tops UK Singles & Albums Charts - Melody Maker
The official UK Singles and Albums charts from Melody Maker dated June 3, 1972, capturing the peak of the early glam rock explosion with T.Rex dominating the charts. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Charts Page Title: Pop Top 30 / Singles & Albums THE STORY This classic charts page shows: Singles Chart: T.Rex’s “Metal Guru” at No.1, with strong showings from David Bowie, Slade, Elton John, and other glam/pop acts. Albums Ch

1972
Jun 2, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) “The ‘T. Rex’ Brand Of Pop” Feature – The Sacramento Bee
The June 3, 1972 edition of The Sacramento Bee features an in-depth article on T. Rex, examining their rapid rise, musical style, and growing popularity in America. Publication: The Sacramento Bee Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United States Location: Sacramento, California Section: Music Scene THE STORY The piece explores T. Rex’s background, Marc Bolan’s transformation from Tyrannosaurus Rex, their UK success, and their distinctive glam rock sound. It discusses upcoming relea

1972
Jun 2, 19721 min read


T.Rex (June 2, 1972) Mickey Finn - Bravo Magazine
Feature on Mickey Finn, the charismatic bongo player and percussionist of the glam rock sensation T. Rex, in Germany’s biggest youth magazine Bravo. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Section: Feature / Photo Profile THE STORY The article profiles Mickey Finn, highlighting his striking appearance (170 cm tall, 72 kg, 25 years old), his rise from an unknown film extra earning 200 shillings per week in 1962 to a key member of T. Rex, who were then dom

1972
Jun 1, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 2, 1972) “BRAVO-Olympiade der Otto-Sieger” - Bravo Magazine
Multi-page fun feature in Bravo magazine showcasing the light-hearted “BRAVO Olympics” featuring 1972 Otto award winners, including Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan of T. Rex, along with other stars in playful athletic competitions. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Pages: Multi-page spread (pp. 3–8) Title: Die BRAVO-Olympiade der Otto-Sieger THE STORY Bravo gathered popular Otto winners (including T. Rex members Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan) at the Sherat

1972
Jun 1, 19725 min read


Marc Bolan (June 1, 1972) “The Spector Sound" Feature – Hit Parader Magazine
In-depth three-page interview and feature with Marc Bolan discussing his musical influences, songwriting philosophy, and the sound of T. Rex. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature / Interview (Pages 24–26) Title: The Spector Sound ‘easy to achieve’ / MARC BOLAN THE STORY The feature includes a large portrait of Bolan, an interview where he talks about creating the T. Rex sound, his admiration for Phil Spector, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley,

1972
May 31, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 1, 1972) Ride a White Swan Album Review – Pop Magazine
The June 1972 edition of Pop Magazine features a glowing review of a T. Rex album (likely Electric Warrior), praising it as their best release so far and highlighting Marc Bolan’s songwriting and the band’s unique sound. Publication: Pop Magazine Date: June 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Album Review THE STORY The review discusses the album’s 15 tracks, all written by Marc Bolan, and notes its vitality compared to previous releases. It highlights the rhythmi

1972
May 31, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (May 28, 1972) "Marc Bolan: Rollin' with rock" – The Houston Post Feature
A major profile in The Houston Post (May 28, 1972) celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rising success in America, their transition from underground favorites to chart stars, and Bolan’s charismatic personality during the height of the glam rock explosion. Publication: The Houston Post Date: May 28, 1972 Country: United States Section: Pop / Music Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article portrays Marc Bolan as a dynamic, chameleon-like figure leading T. Rex’s brea

1972
May 27, 19722 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 20 1972) Vintage Poster - Sounds
With Trextasy hitting its peak in the summer of 1972, and at the time of publication Bolan Boogie was sitting at the top of the UK Albums Chart and PROPHETS SEERS AND SAGES THE ANGELS OF THE AGES / MY PEOPLE WERE FAIR AND HAD SKY IN THEIR HAIR... at number 7 the UK music press was crashing in on the phenomenon, none more so than with this vintage Sounds poster.

1972
May 19, 19721 min read


T.Rex (May 18, 1972) "Bolan: Who Needs Him?" – IT Magazine Cover
A striking cover from the underground magazine IT dated May 18 1972, featuring Marc Bolan performing live in full glam‑rock splendour. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: IT Magazine Date: May 18, 1972 Country: UK Section / Pages: Cover Title: Bolan: Who Needs Him? THE STORY This bold IT Magazine cover captures Marc Bolan at a moment when glam rock was beginning to shift and mutate. The headline’s provocative question, “Who Needs Him?”, reflects the changing tone of the early‑1970s m

1972
May 17, 19722 min read
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