Complete Chronicles

The December 22, 1973 edition of Melody Maker features a bold full-page advertisement for Marc Bolan & T. Rex’s upcoming UK tour, billed as “Zinc Alloy & The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow” with the playful slogan “Truck Off”. Publication: Melody Maker Date: December 22, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Tour Advertisement THE STORY The striking poster-style advert announces January 1974 tour dates across major UK venues, including Newcastle City Hall, Apollo

The December 22, 1973 edition of Record Mirror highlights Marc Bolan as a special Christmas guest on BBC radio, appearing on David Hamilton’s show and Alan Black’s programme during the festive period. Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 22, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Radio Waves / Beeb Bulletin THE STORY The piece announces that Marc Bolan will be a guest on several BBC radio shows over Christmas, including David Hamilton’s Christmas Eve and

The December 13, 1973 edition of German teen magazine BRAVO features a fan reaction piece on Marc Bolan’s new shorter hairstyle, with readers expressing their opinions on the dramatic change. Publication: BRAVO Magazine Date: December 13, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Fan Mail / Artist Feature THE STORY The article discusses the strong reactions from T. Rex fans to Marc Bolan’s new haircut, shown in a previously published photo. It includes numerous letters

The November 26, 1973 edition of German teen magazine POP features a major article on Marc Bolan exploring his evolving image and the future direction of T. Rex as they transition into a new phase. Publication: POP Date: November 26, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Feature / Artist Profile THE STORY The piece reflects on Bolan’s career from the early Tyrannosaurus Rex days through glam stardom, discussing his shift away from the classic T. Rex sound, new musi

The November 24, 1973 edition of Music Star magazine features Marc Bolan on the cover with the excited headline “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!”, highlighting a major interview or photo feature inside. Publication: Music Star Date: November 24, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover / Pin-Up Feature THE STORY The colourful cover prominently displays a close-up portrait of Marc Bolan and teases an exclusive meeting with “the new Marc,” alongside oth

The November 17, 1973 edition of Melody Maker features a striking full-page advertisement for T. Rex’s new single “Truck On (Tyke)”, released November 16. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 17, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single Advertisement THE STORY The bold advert showcases a confident Marc Bolan in an open denim jacket, promoting the new single with strong graphic design and the playful title “Truck On (Tyke)”. CONTEXT AND NOTES This sing

A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam, Funk Rock A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side

A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam, Funk Rock A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side

A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Sitting Here” Written by: Marc Bolan

Ringo Starr’s third studio album Ringo, released on November 9, 1973, featuring an all-star cast of collaborators including George Harrison, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Marc Bolan, and others, with the hit singles “Photograph” and “You’re Sixteen.” RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Ringo Starr Title: Ringo Date: November 9, 1973 Label: Apple Records Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Gatefold) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: PCTC 252 / 0C 066 o 05492 TRACK LIST Side One