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T. Rex is the first album released under the shortened band name and the fifth overall since their debut as Tyrannosaurus Rex in 1968. Issued in December 1970 by Fly Records, the album continued the stylistic shift away from the duo’s earlier folk‑based sound toward a more minimal electric rock approach, balancing acoustic and electric textures. The previous album A Beard of Stars had charted moderately, but Marc Bolan remained frustrated at not breaking beyond cult status. T

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

A half-page advertisement from the December 1970 issue of Beat Instrumental magazine promoting VAMP Power amplifiers, featuring Marc Bolan of T. Rex “riding a white swan” with the band’s equipment. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex / Marc Bolan Title: Marc Bolan Rides A White Swan (VAMP Power Ad) Date: December 1970 Label: VAMP International Ltd. Format / Type: Magazine Advertisement Country: United Kingdom THE STORY This advertisement highlights Marc Bolan and T.

T. Rex appear prominently on the cover of Disc and Music Echo as the newspaper reports the group's return to electric music following the success of Ride A White Swan. Featuring a colour photograph of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn from their recent Top of the Pops appearance, the story looks ahead to the band's next musical direction. Publication: Disc and Music Echo Date: November 28, 1970 Country: United Kingdom The cover story reports that T. Rex were preparing to continue th

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s show at Bournemouth Winter Gardens during the crucial breakthrough period following “Ride A White Swan”. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement for T. Rex’s live show at Bournemouth Winter Gardens on Friday, November 27, 1970. The ad invites “Rex Friends” to the performance with ticket prices ranging from 6/- to 10/-. • Iconic spiky hand-drawn “T.REX” logo • “FOR REX FRIENDS” header • Venue and date details for Bo

New Musical Express one-page feature in which Marc Bolan discussed the renewed importance of singles for T. Rex, framed around the breakthrough success of “Ride A White Swan.” Publication: New Musical Express Date: November 21, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan emphasises the vital role of singles in reaching new audiences and expanding T. Rex’s profile. He credits “Ride A White Swan” with bringing the band

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting three special T. Rex shows for dedicated “Rex Friends” during the early breakthrough period of “Ride A White Swan”. Publication:Melody Maker Date: October 29, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement inviting loyal fans to see T. Rex live at three UK venues: Civic Hall Dunstable (Oct 29), City Hall Hull (Oct 30), and Mountford Hall Liverpool (Nov 4). All shows at 8