A small but striking newspaper advertisement announcing T. Rex’s forthcoming appearance at Stockton’s ABC Theatre, reflecting the band's rapid rise during the height of the early Bolanmania period. Publication: The Northern Echo (3 AM Edition) Date: Thursday, October 7, 1971 Country: England This concert advertisement promotes an upcoming T. Rex performance scheduled for Thursday, November 4 at the ABC Theatre, Stockton. The notice states that the show will begin at 8 p.m., w

This short but colourful Daily Mirror review captures the excitement surrounding T. Rex at the height of their breakthrough success. The reviewer contrasts the group's origins in the underground scene with their emergence as Britain's latest teenage sensation, while enthusiastically praising Marc Bolan and Electric Warrior. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: October 5, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Appearing in the newspaper's record review section, the piece examines T. Rex's la

This issue of Bravo places Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn of T. Rex on the front cover during the group's breakthrough period. Presented as “2 Superboys: Marc & Mickey (T. Rex)”, the cover reflects the growing popularity of the duo across Europe following the success of Get It On and the rise of Bolanmania. Publication: Bravo Date: October 4, 1971 Country: Germany The cover features a full-colour photograph of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn seated outdoors, posing back-to-back on gra

This Evening Sentinel feature finds Marc Bolan reflecting on the extraordinary transformation of T. Rex from the underground Tyrannosaurus Rex into one of Britain's biggest chart acts. Speaking candidly about fame, songwriting, success and public perception, Bolan rejects many of the myths that had begun to surround him during the rise of Bolanmania. Publication: Evening Sentinel Date: October 2, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Interviewed by Alan Jones, Marc Bolan discusses the

This feature presents T. Rex through a question-and-answer format, offering readers a rare glimpse into the group during their rapid rise to international popularity. Accompanied by a large colour photograph of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn, the article explores the band's background, success, ambitions and public image. Publication: Muziek Expres Date: October 1, 1971 Country: Netherlands Presented under the title "Zwölf ehrliche Antworten zu T. Rex" ("Twelve Honest Answers Abo

On 1 October 1971, T. Rex travelled to Radio Bremen Studios in Bremen, West Germany, to record performances for the German television programme Beat Club. Unlike the previous day's filming commitments, this session featured the group performing live in the studio. According to the source text, one complete take of the band performing was filmed, followed by a second take featuring Marc Bolan adding vocal parts and additional guitar overdubs. The two performances were subseque

This concise Evening Post review assesses T. Rex's newly released Electric Warrior album and identifies Marc Bolan's voice as its defining feature. Reviewer James Belsey praises the variety of material on the record, highlighting its movement from fairy-tale imagery to hard rock while concluding that the music is performed with conviction throughout. Publication: Evening Post Date: September 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Appearing within James Belsey's “Pops” column, the r

This opinion piece examines the state of the music industry and argues that rock music needs a major new star capable of revitalising public interest. Within the article, Marc Bolan and T. Rex are singled out as the strongest candidates, with the writer highlighting Electric Warrior and Bolan's growing influence as evidence that a new musical figurehead may already have emerged. ublication: Daily Post (Merseyside) Date: September 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Wri

This brief album review assesses Electric Warrior, describing it as a varied and engaging release that showcases Marc Bolan's distinctive vocal style. The reviewer highlights the album's range of musical styles while drawing attention to several key tracks from the record. Publication: Evening Post Date: September 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This short review focuses on Electric Warrior, identifying it as a varied and interesting album from T. Rex. The writer singles out

Electric Warrior was the second studio album issued under the T. Rex name and the sixth album overall since the group's 1968 debut as Tyrannosaurus Rex. Released by Fly Records in the United Kingdom and Reprise Records in the United States, it marked a major turning point in the band's development. The album moved decisively away from the folk-oriented approach of earlier releases and established a more direct, pop-focused and flamboyant glam rock sound. By the time recording