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A promotional advertisement published on March 18, 1977 for Marc Bolan and T. Rex performing at West Runton Pavilion the following day (Saturday, March 19, 1977), with The Damned as special guests. Publication / Source: Concert Advertisement Date: Published March 18, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Location: West Runton, Norfolk Section: Concert Promotion THE STORY The advert promotes Marc Bolan and T. Rex live at West Runton Pavilion, with The Damned supporting. Tickets were £1

A profile in the Sports Argus (March 12, 1977) highlighting Marc Bolan’s latest image transformation into a “Godfather figure,” his new band line-up, upcoming UK tour dates, and the release of his new album Dandy In The Underworld with the single “Soul Of My Suit.” Publication: Sports Argus Date: March 12, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Music / Entertainment Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article notes Marc Bolan’s evolution from hippie to glam superstar

A prominent feature in the Daily Record (March 11, 1977) announcing Marc Bolan’s revamped T. Rex line-up, upcoming British tour, new album Dandy In The Underworld, and single “Soul Of My Suit,” highlighting his continued evolution as a glam rock pioneer. Publication: Daily Record Date: March 11, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Friday Rock / Music Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article focuses on Marc Bolan’s new T. Rex line-up and their plans to “make the

Bravo looks back at a decade of Golden Otto Award winners, celebrating the artists who dominated the magazine's influential reader polls. Among the featured acts is T. Rex, whose extraordinary success during the height of Bolanmania secured their place alongside some of the biggest names in popular music, including The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bee Gees, Slade and Bay City Rollers. Publication: Bravo Publication Date: October 15, 1976 Country: Germany Event Date:

This Bravo magazine feature, published on July 15, 1976, presents a striking transformation of Marc Bolan, the British glam‑rock icon of T. Rex fame. The headline reads „Ob Ihr’s glaubt oder nicht! Das ist Marc Bolan“ — “Whether you believe it or not! This is Marc Bolan.” The article contrasts Bolan’s earlier glitter‑rock image with his new, more refined look, captured in a dramatic black‑and‑white portrait that dominates the page. Publication: Bravo Magazine (Munich, Germany

Iconic front cover of Record Mirror featuring Marc Bolan in dramatic pose, plus interior feature with the headline “Bolan Marc III (or was it IV?) Confessions of a forgotten Roller”. PUBLICATION: Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 2-Page Feature Title: Bolan Marc III (or was it IV?) THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Bolan with expressive hand gestures against a purple background, promoting stories on Bob Marley, Thin Lizzy, and a compet

The June 16, 1976 edition of the Evening Post features a large advertisement promoting “Cardiff’s Biggest Ever Festival” at Ninian Park on Saturday, June 19, 1976, headlined by Bob Marley & The Wailers with Marc Bolan and Gloria Jones among the acts. Publication: Evening Post Date: June 16, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bristol / Cardiff Section: Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes a major open-air festival with a stacked bill including Bob Marley & The Waile

The June 26, 1976 edition of the South Wales Argus reviews the rain-soaked West Coast Rock Show at Cardiff’s Ninian Park, featuring Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones, and other acts. Publication: South Wales Argus Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Newport / Cardiff Section: Pop Shop THE STORY The article describes the challenging weather conditions during the open-air concert and highlights performances by Marc Bolan (with Gloria Jones), The Pretty Things, Sutherla

The June 18, 1976 edition of the Birmingham Evening Mail features a bold advertisement for “Cardiff’s biggest ever Music Festival” at Ninian Park on Saturday, June 19, 1976. Publication: Birmingham Evening Mail Date: June 18, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Birmingham Section: Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes a major open-air festival headlined by Bob Marley & The Wailers, with support from Country Joe McDonald & Fish, Eric Burdon Band, Sutherland Bros. & Qu

A full-page public health advertisement in Melody Maker featuring Marc Bolan with the provocative headline: “If Marc Bolan kissed you would he feel like this?” Publication: Melody Maker Date: February 14, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Full-page advertisement THE STORY The advert uses Marc Bolan’s image and words to discourage smoking among young women. Bolan is quoted as saying he dislikes kissing girls who smoke because their breath smells of stale tobac