Complete Chronicles

A celebratory three-page spread in Record Mirror (January 14, 1978) announcing Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s dominant victory in the 1977 Readers’ Poll, with Bolan winning Best Male Singer, Best Dressed Artist, and T. Rex taking Best Group and Best Album for Dandy In The Underworld. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 14, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Readers’ Poll Results / Major Feature Marc Bolan and T. Rex swept the Record Mirror R

A lively disco/soul track written and produced by Gloria Jones, “I Haven’t Stopped Dancin’ Yet” became Gonzalez’s biggest hit, especially after a popular remix in 1979. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: EMI Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: EMI 2706 Release Date: September 30, 1977Upbeat, commercial disco-soul number with strong production by Gloria Jones. Red & beige EMI labels. A-side: “I Haven’t Stopped Dancin’ Yet” (Jones). B-side: “Carnival” (Hunte). B

Special tribute edition of New Musical Express marking the tragic death of Marc Bolan, celebrating his ten-year career as one of the original stars of British rock who rode the charts with humour and style. Publication: New Musical Express Date: September 24, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Special Tribute / Cover Story including three pages THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Extensive multi-page tribute following Marc Bolan’s death on September 16, 1977. The feature ref

A warm, in-depth profile in The Mail (September 6, 1977) featuring Marc Bolan discussing his upcoming role as Rudolph Valentino in Ken Russell’s film, his life story, rise to fame with T. Rex, and reflections on his journey from childhood to superstardom. Publication: The Mail (Millom and South Copeland edition) Date: September 6, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Entertainment / TV Personality Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article presents Marc Bolan as a

This Bravo magazine feature from July 1977 promotes Marc Bolan’s comeback album Dandy in the Underworld, celebrating his return to the charts with the headline “The Boogie‑Man Is Back Again.” The piece positions Bolan as a revitalised star, once again commanding attention with his signature T. Rex sound. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 21 1977 Country: Germany THE STORY The article highlights Bolan’s new LP Dandy in the Underworld and its lead single Soul of My Sui

Publication: Record Mirror Date: Saturday, July 2, 1977 Marc Bolan’s Monthly Column Personal column written by Marc Bolan for Record Mirror, offering his thoughts on music, punk rock, the music industry, and his own views as a veteran glam rock star. Key Content Notable Mentions Bolan discusses the rise of punk, defending its energy while expressing concern about its violence and nihilism. He reflects on his own career, the changing music scene, and shares opinions on various

Article Context & Main Highlights Artist: Alfalpha Label: EMI Catalogue: EMI 2650 Release Date: July 1, 1977 Format: 7" Single Single featuring Marc Bolan’s guitar contribution, recorded during a session he attended on May 14 1977 at AIR Studios, London. Key Content Notable Details Marc Bolan played guitar on the A-side track “If I Can Just Get Through Tonight”. His contribution is described as low-key, with Isaac Guilliary as the principal guitarist. The B-side is “Railroad”

The T. Rex live performance of Dandy in the Underworld (recorded on June 22 at Granada TV studios) was broadcast as part of the Get It Together TV show on June 29, 1977.

Iconic front cover of Record Mirror featuring Marc Bolan in full theatrical royal regalia, marking the launch of his new weekly column in the magazine. PUBLICATION: Record Mirror Date: June 4, 1977 (on-sale Friday 3 June) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: BOLAN – A Royal Wave to the New Wave THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan with dramatic wide-eyed expression, tongue out, wearing an elaborate jeweled crown, heavy ornate necklace, and Eliz

A full-page promotional advertisement in Record Mirror for T. Rex’s new maxi single “Dandy in the Underworld”, released in a special limited-edition bag for the first 25,000 copies. PUBLICATION: Record Mirror Date: June 4, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: T. REX — Dandy in the Underworld THE STORY The striking ad features a dramatic photo of Marc Bolan performing with guitar inside a large circular design. It promotes the new max