Complete Chronicles

The August 5, 1973 edition of the German pop magazine announces a new addition to T. Rex with the arrival of guitarist Jack Green, alongside details of upcoming tour plans with Three Dog Night. Publication: Pop Magazine (German pop weekly) Date: August 5, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Band News / Feature THE STORY T he article reports that after some line-up changes, T. Rex has welcomed new guitarist Jack Green (formerly of Trapeze). It mentions the band’s

The July 31, 1973 edition of The Mobile Press announces that Three Dog Night will perform the following evening at the Municipal Auditorium, with T-Rex led by Marc Bolan as the supporting act. Publication: The Mobile Press Date: July 31, 1973 Country: United States The short news item states that popular rock group Three Dog Night will be back in Mobile the next day for an 8 p.m. concert at the Municipal Auditorium. Appearing with the group will be T-Rex, led by British pop s

The July 31, 1973 edition of The Mobile Register announces that Three Dog Night will appear in concert the following Wednesday at the Municipal Auditorium, with T-Rex starring Marc Bolan as the supporting act. Publication: The Mobile Register Date: July 31, 1973 Country: United States The article states that Three Dog Night will return to Mobile for an 8 p.m. concert at the Municipal Auditorium. Appearing with the group will be T-Rex, a headline act in its own right starring

The July 27, 1973 edition of The Miami Herald carries an advertisement for a Three Dog Night concert with special guest T. Rex featuring Marc Bolan at the Hollywood Sportatorium. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: July 27, 1973 Country: United States The advert, presented by Concerts West, promotes “A Summer Spectacular, with the One and Only: Three Dog Night” tonight at 8:00 p.m. Special guest is listed as T. Rex featuring the Slider himself, Marc Bolan. The venue is the Ho

A promotional concert poster for T. Rex performing with Humble Pie at the Mid South Coliseum in Memphis on Wednesday, July 25, 1973. Publication / Venue: Mid South Coliseum Date: July 25, 1973 Country: United States Location: Memphis, Tennessee Section: Concert Poster THE STORY The poster promotes the show with the tagline “Marc’s Ready!..... Are You?” and features a striking image of Marc Bolan in a white cape. CONTEXT AND NOTES This US poster was issued during T. Rex’s 1973

The July 21, 1973 edition of PopsWop Magazine features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the cover. Publication: PopsWop Date: July 21, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic close-up of Marc Bolan, with teasers for other features including Suzi Quatro, Marty Kristian, and Andy Mackay. CONTEXT AND NOTES This cover was published during the height of T. Rextasy. PopsWop was a popular British teen music mag

The July 20, 1973 edition of Bravo Magazine features an exclusive report on T. Rex recording their new album in Munich at the Arabella House studio. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 20, 1973 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Exclusive Studio Report THE STORY The two-page spread follows T. Rex (Marc Bolan, Mickey Finn, Steve Currie, and Bill Legend) during sessions in Munich. It includes quotes from the band about the new album, the studio atmosphere, and thei

"The Groover" is a high-energy glam rock single that marked the end of T. Rex’s unbroken run of UK Top 10 hits. Released as a standalone non-album single on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, it reached No.4 in the UK — still a strong success but signalling the beginning of a commercial softening as newer glam acts like Slade and David Bowie dominated the charts. It remains a fan favourite for its crunching riff and infectious groove. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label:

The July 9, 1973 edition of the Daily Mirror looks back at how ten years transformed Marc Bolan from a fresh-faced teenage model to the glittering superstar of glam rock. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: July 9, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature THE STORY The article contrasts early photos of a clean-cut young Marc Bolan (then known as a model) with his current flamboyant glam image — complete with glittering jackets, satin trousers, and shoulder-l

The July 3, 1973 edition of Mirabel Magazine features a striking colour photo of Marc Bolan in an elaborate sequined outfit. Publication: Mirabel Magazine Date: July 3, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Photo Feature THE STORY The glamorous image shows Marc Bolan posing confidently in a multi-coloured sequined jacket with a rose, white shirt, and top hat inset, showcasing his flamboyant glam rock style. CONTEXT AND NOTES This photo was published during the Ta