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1970: The Birth Of T. Rex
Explore the landmark year of 1970, when Marc Bolan guided Tyrannosaurus Rex towards its next chapter as T. Rex. Featuring recordings, performances, television appearances, press coverage, photographs, and rare archive material, this category documents a period of artistic growth and reinvention. As Marc refined his sound, image, and ambitions, the foundations of T. Rextasy were laid, setting the stage for the extraordinary success that would soon make him one of rock's most influential and celeb
T. Rex (November 22, 1970) "Die Zwei im Schatten der T.Rex" - BRAVO
When the two English beat wizards first toured with “Ride a White Swan,” they needed reinforcements. Enter drummer Will Legend and bassist Steve Currie – the boys who turned the cosmic whisper into a full-on glam roar. More early T.Rex lineup scoops added weekly.Hello, pop fans, here's a little surprise. The famous T. Rex are no longer just Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn. When the two English beat wizards first went on tour with their hit "Ride a White Swan," they needed reinforc
1970
Aug 22, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (July 12, 1970) – Festival Appearance
SOURCE DETAILS Event: Aachen Open Air Pop Festival Location: Hauptstadion, Aachen, West Germany Dates: July 10–12, 1970 Attendance: 30,000–40,000 Organisers: Golo Goldschmitt, Walter Reiff, Karl‑August Hohmann Main Investor: Coca‑Cola Ticket Prices: DM 15 (single day), DM 40 (three‑day pass) FESTIVAL CONTEXT The Aachen Open Air Pop Festival — commonly known as the Soersfestival — was one of West Germany’s major early‑1970s open‑air rock gatherings. Conceived by three local
1970
Jul 11, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (July 4, 1970) Blues at the Eyrie Festival
Event Details Line-up & Highlights On Saturday, July 4, 1970, Tyrannosaurus Rex performed at the Blues at the Eyrie open-air festival at Bedford Town Football Ground. This was a pivotal transitional gig for Marc Bolan’s band. They were evolving from their psychedelic folk roots toward the heavier electric sound that would soon spark the glam rock explosion. Main Acts: • Deep Purple (headliners) • Chicken Shack • Tyrannosaurus Rex • Medicine Head, Principal Edwards Magic Thea
1970
Jul 3, 19701 min read
Holland Pop Festival / Kralingen Music Festival (June 26–28, 1970) – Rotterdam, Netherlands
One of the major European rock festivals of 1970, the Holland Pop Festival (also known as Kralingen Music Festival or Stamping Ground) was held in the Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam. Often called the “European Woodstock,” it attracted around 100,000 people and featured an impressive line-up including Tyrannosaurus Rex, Pink Floyd, Jefferson Airplane, Santana, The Byrds, and many others. EVENT DETAILS Event: Holland Pop Festival (Kralingen Music Festival) Date: June 26–28, 1970 Loca
1970
Jun 26, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (June 21, 1970) “A Beard of Stars” Album Review – Chicago Tribune
The June 21, 1970 edition of the Chicago Tribune reviews Tyrannosaurus Rex’s album A Beard of Stars, praising its whimsical, poetic style and mystical imagery. Publication: Chicago Tribune Date: June 21, 1970 Country: United States Location: Chicago, Illinois Section: Music Review THE STORY The review describes the album as filled with lilting paeans to Pan and the Priests of Peace, noting its light, Donovan-ish style that feels removed from harsh reality. It highlights Marc
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Jun 20, 19701 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (June 6, 1970) - A Beard of Stars Album LP: US
Tyrannosaurus Rex’s fourth studio album A Beard of Stars marked a pivotal transition from pure acoustic psychedelic folk toward an electric sound, introducing Mickey Finn after Steve Peregrin Took’s departure and showcasing Marc Bolan’s growing confidence with guitar and production. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: A Beard of Stars Date: June 6, 1970 (US) Label: Blue Thumb (US) / Regal Zonophone (UK) Format / Type:Album Country: United States Cat
1970
Jun 5, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (June 6, 1970) EXTRAVAGANZA ’70 – Record Mirror UK
A vibrant 1970 front-page report from Record Mirror celebrating the ongoing success of “Extravaganza ’70” — Britain’s first major Music and Fashion Festival held at Olympia, Earls Court, London, featuring a star-studded lineup of British acts. Publication: Record Mirror Date: June 6, 1970 (Vol. 17 No. 22) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Page + Feature Title: EXTRAVAGANZA ’70 THE STORY The front page displays a large headline and multiple black-and-white perform
1970
Jun 5, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 31, 1970) Gollum's Cave, Golden Torch Club, Stoke-on-Trent UK
Newspaper advertisement for Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan & Mickey Finn) performing at Gollum’s Cave at the Golden Torch Club in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent. PUBLICATION: the Evening Sentinel Date: May 30, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Entertainment Advert Title: Gollum’s Cave Presents Tyrannosaurus Rex THE STORY Mushroom Promotions advertises the Sunday evening show at the Torch Club on Hose Street, Tunstall. The event runs from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. with ticket
1970
May 30, 19701 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (16 May 1970) Extravaganza 70 - NME Advert
A vibrant full-page advertisement from New Musical Express dated 16 May 1970, promoting the ambitious 8-day Extravaganza 70 music and fashion festival at Olympia, London SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 16, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: Extravaganza 70 – 8 Day Music & Fashion Festival THE STORY This eye-catching NME advert announces “Extravaganza 70”, an ambitious week-long event (29 May – 6 June 19
1970
May 16, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 30, 1970) “Beard of Stars” Album Review – Greenock Telegraph
A fleeting Scottish review that quietly acknowledges the shift from mystical folk to the electric swagger that would soon define T. Rex.
1970
Mar 29, 19701 min read
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