The July 29, 1972 edition of Romeo Magazine features a striking psychedelic colour illustration of Marc Bolan in full glam attire. Publication: Romeo Magazine Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Artwork / Feature THE STORY The illustration shows Marc Bolan standing confidently with an acoustic guitar, dressed in a vibrant yellow and red outfit with flared trousers, set against a swirling psychedelic background with sun, clouds, and floral motifs.

The July 29, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features a review of T. Rex’s new album The Slider, praising it as an exceptionally good record. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Albums THE STORY The review highlights the album’s strong songs, Marc Bolan’s songwriting, and the band’s energetic sound. It notes the album’s social and sexual themes and calls it a solid follow-up to their previous work. CONTEXT AND NOTES This po

The July 29, 1972 edition of Record Mirror announces that a film about Marc Bolan, titled Born To Boogie and directed by Ringo Starr, is in production. Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The article reveals that “Born To Boogie” will be the title of the forthcoming film about Marc Bolan. It includes footage from T. Rex’s Wembley concert, a studio jam session with Ringo Starr and Elton John, and fantasy sequences. The film was set

Publication: Record Mirror Date: July 29, 1972 Article Context & Main Highlights Record Mirror Cover featuring Marc Bolan Iconic front cover of the UK music paper with a dynamic photo of Marc Bolan (T. Rex) in full glam rock glory, holding a guitar and performing with his signature wild curly hair and satin stage outfit. The cover promotes several major stories including “Noddy: Why the skinheads had to go”, Paul McCartney commenting on Bolan, Bangla Desh, and the pop press.

This Melody Maker competition notice from July  29, 1972 invites fans to win a special Marc Bolan badge celebrating the release of The Slider. The promotion captures the height of T. Rex mania, offering readers a chance to own a collectible featuring Bolan’s image and the imprint of his latest album. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29 1972 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The short feature announces a Melody Maker contest for Marc Bolan fans, with 250 badges awarded

This Bravo magazine chart from July 1972 celebrates T. Rex’s Metal Guru reaching number one in the Bravo Musicbox, voted by readers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The page captures the height of Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock dominance, with Metal Guru leading an international mix of pop and rock hits. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 26 1972 Country: Germany THE STORY The Bravo Musicbox lists the top 20 singles chosen by 3,000 readers, with Metal Guru at the top

A 1972 newspaper advertisement from Sounds promoting the Music For Pleasure budget label’s release of T. Rex’s compilation album Ride A White Swan, one of seven LPs highlighted in the ad. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Ride A White Swan Date: July 22, 1972 (Advertisement) Label: Music For Pleasure Format / Type: LP Vinyl Compilation (Budget Release) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: TRACK LIST Side A Ride A White Swan Debora Child Star Cat Black (The W

Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 22, 1972 Article Context & Main Highlights Major feature & interview with Marc Bolan Extensive interview with Marc Bolan discussing his new album The Slider, songwriting process, poetry, and artistic evolution at the peak of T. Rex mania. Bolan talks openly about tracks from The Slider including “The Slider”, “Baby Boomerang”, “Spaceball Ricochet”, “Ballrooms of Mars”, “Buick Mackane”, and others. He reflects on his poetic influences (Beow

The July 22, 1972 edition of Fab 208 features a vibrant colour photo of Marc Bolan performing, showcasing his iconic glam style during the peak of T. Rextasy. Publication: Fab 208 Magazine Date: July 22, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Photo Feature THE STORY The striking image captures Marc Bolan seated with an acoustic guitar, wearing a colourful patterned outfit, smiling broadly during a performance. CONTEXT AND NOTES This photo was published at the he

A popular 1972 budget compilation on the Music For Pleasure label featuring key tracks from Tyrannosaurus Rex and early T. Rex, promoted as available now in the July 22, 1972 issue of Sounds magazine. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Ride A White Swan Date: July 22, 1972 Label: Music For Pleasure Format / Type: LP Vinyl Compilation Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: MFP 5214 TRACK LIST Side A Ride A White Swan Debora Child Star Cat Black (The Wizard’s Hat)