1978 - 4EVER : The Eternal Boogie

The July 28, 2002 edition of The Philadelphia Inquirer features an article by Tom Moon on T. Rex’s Marc Bolan, describing him as so obscure yet so influential. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: July 28, 2002 Country: United States The piece discusses Marc Bolan’s lasting impact despite relative obscurity in the United States. It covers the 25th anniversary of his death, the retrospective 20th Century Boy: The Ultimate Collection, and Bolan’s pioneering glam-rock st

A reflective 20th-anniversary tribute to Marc Bolan, celebrating his transformation from folk poet to glam-rock superstar and his lasting influence on British pop culture.

The May 1997 issue of Guitarist Magazine featuring Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “Marc Bolan — Genius or Joke? The life and music of a 20th Century Boy”. PUBLICATION: Guitarist Magazine Date: May 1997 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Main Feature Title: MARC BOLAN — GENIUS OR JOKE? THE STORY This striking cover highlights a major retrospective on Marc Bolan’s life, career, and guitar playing. The issue includes an in-depth feature, guitar les

The June 15, 1996 edition of the Daily Echo reviews the T. Rex compilation A BBC History (Windsong), a collection of 17 BBC sessions recorded between October 1967 and March 1971, offering a fascinating alternative look at Marc Bolan’s prime years. Publication: Daily Echo (Bournemouth) Date: June 15, 1996 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bournemouth, Dorset Section: Music Review THE STORY The review highlights standout tracks like “Ride A White Swan,” “Jeepster,” and “Hot Lov

A comprehensive 1996 CD anthology compiling rare BBC session recordings, live tracks, and performances spanning Tyrannosaurus Rex’s early psychedelic folk era through T. Rex’s glam breakthrough, offering an essential audio history of Marc Bolan’s formative years. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex / T. Rex Title: A BBC History Date: June 1996 Label: Band Of Joy Format / Type: CD Album (Compilation) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: BOJCD 016 THE STORY This 26-track CD

The June 18, 1995 edition of The Independent features a major profile on Michael Eavis and the Glastonbury Festival, highlighting Marc Bolan’s early connection to the event and his lasting influence on the festival’s spirit. Publication: The Independent Date: June 18, 1995 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature / Glastonbury Profile THE STORY The article recounts how Michael Eavis first encountered Marc Bolan at the 1970 Glastonbury Festival (then called Pi

Special multi-page retrospective feature on Marc Bolan in the nostalgia magazine gold, marking him as “The Boy Who Would Be King”. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1994 (Vol.1 Issue 4) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 5-Page Feature Title: MARC BOLAN – THE BOY WHO WOULD BE KING THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan in full regal costume (crown, scepter, ornate necklace and robes), directly referencing his famous 1977 Record Mirror photoshoot. The interio

The June 21, 1990 edition of the Hereford Times features a nostalgic “Flashback” article on Marc Bolan and T. Rex, highlighting his purchase of a Herefordshire mansion and his rise to fame. Publication: Hereford Times Date: June 21, 1990 Country: United Kingdom Location: Hereford Section: Flashback / Nostalgia THE STORY The article recounts how Marc Bolan bought William and Mary-style William & Mary mansion in Herefordshire. It details his superstardom, the mansion’s history,

This Record Mirror issue from September 12 1987 marks the tenth anniversary of Marc Bolan’s death with a full‑length tribute and cover feature. The magazine celebrates Bolan’s life, music, and legacy, tracing his journey from T. Rex to television and reaffirming his enduring influence on British pop culture. Publication: Record Mirror Date: September 12 1987 Country: United Kingdom The cover presents a bold turquoise design featuring a stylized portrait of Marc Bolan beneath

Get It On ’87 entered the BBC UK Singles Chart on 9 May 1987, peaking at number 54 and spending four weeks on the chart. Released by Marc On Wax, the single was part of a mid‑1980s programme of T. Rex reissues and remixes.