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1965-1966: A Wizard In Waiting
Explore the earliest chapter of Marc Bolan's remarkable journey, from his teenage years in London's vibrant cultural scene to the first signs of the creative force he would become. Featuring early photographs, recordings, performances, press coverage, modelling work, and rare archive material, this category traces the emergence of a young artist finding his voice and developing the style, ambition, and imagination that would later transform him into one of rock's most distinctive and influential
Marc Bolan (June 3, 1966) – The Third Degree Single UK: 7"
Released on June 3, 1966, The Third Degree was Marc Bolan's second solo single for Decca Records, following the earlier release of The Wizard. Issued during Bolan's pre-Tyrannosaurus Rex period, the single captures a young songwriter refining the distinctive lyrical and musical approach that would later define his career. Written by Bolan, both sides of the record showcase his growing confidence as a composer and performer during the mid-1960s. The release remains an importan
Marc Bolan
Jun 2, 19663 min read
Marc Bolan (February 19, 1966) Record Reviews London Life
The February 19, 1966 edition of London Life magazine features a record review column written by Marc Bolan, offering his opinions on current releases and showcasing his early role as a critic and commentator in the music scene. Publication: London Life Date: February 19, 1966 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Music / Record Review THE STORY In this column, a young Marc Bolan reviews various singles and albums, commenting on artists such as The Byrds, The Kink
Marc Bolan
Feb 19, 19662 min read
Marc Bolan (December 30, 1965) – Reality Single UK: Acetate
This rare single-sided EMIDISC acetate preserves another early Marc Bolan recording from the final days of 1965. Produced by Jim Economides and recorded at Decca Studios in West Hampstead, the acetate forms part of an important group of surviving demonstration discs documenting Bolan's songwriting and recording activity before his commercial breakthrough. The disc contains a single recording, Reality, and survives as a studio reference acetate rather than a commercial release
Marc Bolan
Dec 30, 19653 min read
Marc Bolan (December 30, 1965) – Highways Single UK: Acetate
This rare single-sided EMIDISC acetate preserves an early Marc Bolan recording from the final weeks of 1965. Produced by Jim Economides and recorded at Decca Studios in West Hampstead, the acetate documents Bolan's continued development as a songwriter and performer during the period immediately before his first commercial releases. The surviving disc contains a single recording of "Highways" on the A-side with a blank reverse side. As an EMIDISC acetate, the disc was produce
Marc Bolan
Dec 30, 19652 min read
Marc Bolan (December 30, 1965) – Rings Of Fortune Single UK: Acetate
This rare single-sided EMIDISC acetate preserves another early Marc Bolan recording from the closing days of 1965. Produced by Jim Economides and recorded at Decca Studios in West Hampstead, the acetate documents Bolan's continuing songwriting activity during the period immediately before his first commercially issued recordings. The surviving disc contains the song Rings Of Fortune on the A-side and was cut as a studio reference acetate rather than a commercial release. Like
Marc Bolan
Dec 30, 19652 min read
Marc Bolan (December 30, 1965) – Song For A Soldier Single UK: Acetate
This rare single-sided EMIDISC acetate preserves another early Marc Bolan composition from the final days of 1965. Produced by Jim Economides and recorded at Decca Studios in West Hampstead, the disc forms part of an important group of surviving acetates documenting Bolan's songwriting development before his first commercial success. The acetate contains a single recording, Song For A Soldier, and was created as a studio reference disc rather than for commercial release. Toda
glamslam72
Dec 30, 19653 min read
Marc Bolan (November 21, 1965) " a new face...” Sunday People
A single line in a Sunday column marks the quiet beginning of a career that would soon reshape British pop.
Marc Bolan
Nov 21, 19652 min read
Marc Bolan (November 19, 1965) – "The Wizard" b/w "Beyond The Risin' Sun" Single UK: 7"
Released on November 19, 1965 by Decca Records, "The Wizard" was Marc Bolan's debut commercial single and one of the earliest releases issued under his adopted stage name. Arriving during his pre-Tyrannosaurus Rex years, the record showcased Bolan's emerging songwriting style, blending folk, fantasy and mystical imagery that would later become central to his work. The single paired "The Wizard" with "Beyond The Risin' Sun", both written by Bolan. Although the release was not
Marc Bolan
Nov 19, 19653 min read
Marc Bolan (October 30, 1965) “Marc and Mike” Evening Chronicle –
Before the cosmic boogie and the electric warrior, Marc Bolan was a teenager in a basement flat — dreaming big, dressing bold, and believing in the power of myth.
glamslam72
Oct 30, 19652 min read
Marc Bolan (October 30, 1965) London Life – Feature
A name born from a typo, a debut single on the horizon — Marc Bolan’s story begins not with a roar, but with a quiet twist of fate.
Marc Bolan
Oct 30, 19652 min read
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