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T. Rex (August 7, 1971) – “Live at Trentham Gardens Advert” August 22 – Evening Sentinel
This Evening Sentinel advert from August 1971 promotes T. Rex’s upcoming concert at Trentham Gardens, Staffordshire, supported by Gentle Giant. The bold design captures the excitement of the early glam‑rock era, showcasing Marc Bolan’s rising stardom and the region’s vibrant live‑music scene. Publication: Evening Sentinel Date: August 7 1971 Country: United Kingdom The advertisement lists a full week of entertainment at The Place venue in Newcastle‑under‑Lyme, culminating i

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Marc Bolan (August 7, 1971) – “Hairy Story” Gossip Item – Jackie
The 7 August 1971 issue of Jackie includes a short gossip item on Marc Bolan under the heading “hairy story.” Publication: Jackie Date: August 7, 1971 Country: United Kingdom The piece notes that Marc Bolan is still brimming with ideas and has written a film story that a director is interested in. His script centres around a character from Outer Space whose superior knowledge comes to help the earth people with their problems. Marc doesn’t plan to appear in the film himself.

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Aug 7, 19711 min read


T. Rex (August 6, 1971) – Concert Advertisement – Southern Daily Echo
The 6 August 1971 edition of the Southern Daily Echo carries an advertisement for an upcoming T. Rex concert at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. Publication: Southern Daily Echo Date: August 6, 1971 Country: United Kingdom The boxed advert announces T. Rex appearing on Thursday, August 12 at Starkers Royal Ballrooms, Boscombe. Tickets are priced at 60p advance and 60p on the door. A second date on the same bill lists Canned Heat for Monday, August 16 (tickets 90p advance /

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Aug 6, 19711 min read


T. Rex (August 6, 1971) – “Get It On” Chart Top – Worcester News
The 6 August 1971 edition of the Worcester News reports T. Rex’s “Get It On” holding the top spot on the local chart for a second week. Publication: Worcester News Date: August 6, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “GET IT ON TOP,” the piece notes that T. Rex are king for a second week, while warning to watch out for Diana Ross, who has entered at number four. It also offers greetings to The Who and Slade. The top ten is listed in full, with “Get It On” by T. Rex

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Aug 6, 19711 min read


T. Rex (August 5, 1971) Top of the Pops – “Get It On” 2nd Performance
Event: August 5, 1971 – Top of the Pops (Episode 396), BBC. A look at Britain’s best-selling discs, artists, and news from the Top 30. Including performances from Family, Diana Ross, and John Williams. Introduced by Ed Stewart. 40 minutes. Archive status: Wiped. Recorded the previous day (4 August 1971). Performances Featured • Dawn Feat. Tony Orlando – What Are You Doing Sunday (Played Over Charts, Chart #27) • Family – In My Own Time (Mimed, Chart #11) • Chicory Tip – Excus

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Aug 5, 19712 min read


T. Rex at the BBC (August 3 1971) The Bob Harris “Sounds of the 70s” Session
Tuesday 3 August 1971, Marc Bolan and T. Rex stepped into BBC Studios TT in Shepherds Bush, London, and laid down one of the most vibrant radio sessions of their imperial glam phase. The date falls right in the middle of T. Rextasy: Hot Love and Get It On had already conquered the charts, Electric Warrior was about to drop, and Bolan’s star was ascending at dizzying speed. The session was recorded for Bob Harris’s Sounds of the 70s (often referred to simply as the Bob Harris

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Aug 3, 19712 min read


T. Rex (August 2, 1971) – Bravo Musicbox Chart – Bravo
The 2 August 1971 issue of Bravo features the Bravo Musicbox chart with T. Rex’s “Hot Love” at number one. Publication: Bravo Date: August 2, 1971 Country: Germany The Musicbox listing shows “Hot Love” by T. Rex in the number-one position (Ariola 14 696), with a photograph of Marc Bolan. Other entries include Danyel Gérard, Middle of the Road, Michael Holm and further singles. Separate sections list the England, LP-Parade and Amerika charts. The page notes that the top 20 fro

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Aug 2, 19711 min read


T. Rex (August 2, 1971) – “Get It On” Review – Bravo
The 2 August 1971 issue of Bravo reviews T. Rex’s single “Get It On” in its “hitVERDÄCHTIG” section under the POP express heading. Publication: Bravo Date: August 2, 1971 Country: Germany The review awards “Get It On” (Ariola 10 327) a three-star rating and describes it as a sure winner. It notes that T. Rex were clever enough not to serve up another version of “Hot Love,” instead offering a track with a rougher sound than their earlier recordings. A photograph of the band ac

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Aug 2, 19711 min read


T.Rex: (July 30, 1971) “Poetry Comes Through in T. Rex Songs” - The Ottawa Citizen
Article Context & Main Highlights “Poetry Comes Through in T. Rex Songs” Publication: The Ottawa Citizen (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) Date: Friday, July 30, 1971 Positive album/performance review of T.Rex (formerly Tyrannosaurus Rex) during their 1971 breakthrough period. The article praises Marc Bolan’s poetic lyricism and the band’s evolving sound as they transitioned toward greater commercial success. Key Content Notable Details The reviewer notes that T.Rex’s music started a

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Jul 30, 19711 min read


T. Rex (July 25 1971) – “Get It On & Raw Ramp Recorded in Los Angeles” – Bravo Magazine
This Bravo magazine clipping from July 1971 reports on T. Rex’s latest recording sessions in Los Angeles, where Marc Bolan and his band produced Get It On and Raw Ramp for their forthcoming single. The brief update captures the band’s growing international momentum and Bolan’s confidence in their next chart success. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 25 1971 Country: Germany THE STORY The article notes that T. Rex recorded two new tracks — Get It On and Raw Ramp — dur

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Jul 25, 19712 min read
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