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Gloria Jones / Bob Marley (June 19, 1976) Ninian Park Festival Advertisement – Evening Post
The June 16, 1976 edition of the Evening Post features a large advertisement promoting “Cardiff’s Biggest Ever Festival” at Ninian Park on Saturday, June 19, 1976, headlined by Bob Marley & The Wailers with Marc Bolan and Gloria Jones among the acts. Publication: Evening Post Date: June 16, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bristol / Cardiff Section: Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes a major open-air festival with a stacked bill including Bob Marley & The Waile

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Jun 19, 19761 min read


Marc Bolan & Gloria Jones (June 19, 1976) Ninian Park Concert Review – South Wales Argus
The June 26, 1976 edition of the South Wales Argus reviews the rain-soaked West Coast Rock Show at Cardiff’s Ninian Park, featuring Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones, and other acts. Publication: South Wales Argus Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Newport / Cardiff Section: Pop Shop THE STORY The article describes the challenging weather conditions during the open-air concert and highlights performances by Marc Bolan (with Gloria Jones), The Pretty Things, Sutherla

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Jun 19, 19761 min read


T. Rex (June 19, 1976 Chart Entry)“I Love To Boogie” – 7" Single UK
A fun, upbeat boogie-rock single from T. Rex’s mid-70s period, “I Love To Boogie” captured Marc Bolan’s playful energy and rock ’n’ roll roots. It entered the UK Singles Chart on June 19, 1976. Label: T. Rex / EMI Date: June 11, 1976 Catalogue: MARC 14 Format: 7" Single Country: UK A-Side: “I Love To Boogie” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Baby Boomerang” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti (credited to Marc Bolan on release) TRACK LIST S

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Jun 19, 19762 min read


Gloria Jones / Bob Marley (June 19, 1976) Ninian Park Festival Advertisement – Birmingham Evening Mail
The June 18, 1976 edition of the Birmingham Evening Mail features a bold advertisement for “Cardiff’s biggest ever Music Festival” at Ninian Park on Saturday, June 19, 1976. Publication: Birmingham Evening Mail Date: June 18, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Birmingham Section: Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes a major open-air festival headlined by Bob Marley & The Wailers, with support from Country Joe McDonald & Fish, Eric Burdon Band, Sutherland Bros. & Qu

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Jun 19, 19761 min read


T. Rex (June 18, 1976) – “I Love To Boogie” BBC David Hamilton Show Session
On June 18 1976, T. Rex recorded a version of “I Love To Boogie” at BBC Studio 4, Maida Vale, London, for The David Hamilton Show. The track was broadcast multiple times across late June and July 1976. RECORDING & BROADCAST DETAILS Artist: T. Rex (Marc Bolan) Studio: BBC Studio 4, Maida Vale, London Recorded: Friday, June 18 1976 Show: The David Hamilton Show (BBC Radio 1) Broadcast Dates: 28 June – 2 July 1976 5 – 9 July 1976 26 – 30 July 1976 THE STORY By mid-1976, Marc B

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Jun 18, 19761 min read


T. Rex (June 17, 1976) “I Love To Boogie” Top of the Pops – TV Performance
The June 17, 1976 edition of BBC’s Top of the Pops opened with T. Rex performing their hit “I Love To Boogie,” marking a high-energy start to the show. Event: BBC Television (Top of the Pops) Date: June 17, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: London THE STORY T. Rex opened the episode with a performance of “I Love To Boogie.” The full show featured a mix of mimed performances, music videos, and dance routines by Ruby Flipper, presented by Dave Lee Travis. Full Performanc

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Jun 17, 19762 min read


T. Rex (June 11, 1976 Release) “I Love To Boogie” – 7" Single UK
Label: T. Rex / EMI Date: June 11, 1976 Catalogue: MARC 14 Format: 7" Single Country: UK A-Side: “I Love To Boogie” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Baby Boomerang” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti (credited to Marc Bolan on release) TRACK LIST Side A I Love To Boogie Side B Baby Boomerang (from the LP The Slider) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS UK Promo 7" (Demonstration Record, blue label with “NOT FOR SALE”) Label: T. Rex Country: Denma

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Jun 11, 19762 min read


Marc Bolan (February 14, 1976) Health Education Council Anti-Smoking Advert – Melody Maker
A full-page public health advertisement in Melody Maker featuring Marc Bolan with the provocative headline: “If Marc Bolan kissed you would he feel like this?” Publication: Melody Maker Date: February 14, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Full-page advertisement THE STORY The advert uses Marc Bolan’s image and words to discourage smoking among young women. Bolan is quoted as saying he dislikes kissing girls who smoke because their breath smells of stale tobac

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Feb 14, 19762 min read


Marc Bolan / T. Rex (August 16, 1975) “Shang-a-Lang” TV Appearance
Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: The Mail (Millom and South Copeland edition) / North Western Evening Mail Date: Friday, August 15, 1975 “Shang-a-Lang” TV listing promoting the popular children’s pop music series Shang-a-Lang, featuring a performance by Marc Bolan and T. Rex. The episode includes Bay City Rollers with Marc Bolan and Sparks. It aired on Saturday, August 16, 1975 (Episode 18). T. Rex performed their single “New York City” from the alb

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Aug 16, 19751 min read


T. Rex (August 12, 1975) “Shang-a-Lang” TV Appearance
Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: The Northern Echo (Yorkshire edition) Date: Tuesday, August 12, 1975 “Shang-a-Lang” TV listing for the popular children’s pop music series featuring a promotional performance by Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Episode 18 of Shang-a-Lang (produced by Muriel Young for Granada Television) included a vibrant performance of T. Rex’s single “New York City” from the album Futuristic Dragon. The show also featured the Bay City Rollers

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Aug 12, 19751 min read
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