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T.Rex (June 17, 1972) "Bolan New Album" - Record Mirror Music Paper
Record Mirror’s June 17, 1972 issue highlights Marc Bolan’s forthcoming T. Rex material, including a new album and oldie boom tracks, alongside other British music scene updates on radio, tours, and releases. Publication: Record Mirror Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London, England Section: News / Music Features THE STORY The page compiles several short music news items typical of early-1970s UK weekly music papers. The most prominent story announces ne

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Jun 17, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 17, 1972) “Last Night” - Manchester Evening News
The June 17, 1972 edition of the Manchester Evening News features a lively review of T. Rex’s concert at Belle Vue the previous night, praising Marc Bolan’s performance and the band’s ability to excite a frenzied crowd of over 5,000 fans. Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Manchester Section: Music / Live Review THE STORY Reviewer David Clark describes Marc Bolan’s striking stage outfit (high-heeled sneakers, red pants,

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Jun 17, 19722 min read


T.Rex (June 17, 1972) Bolan Boogie Tops - Melody Maker
Melody Maker’s Pop 30 chart for the week of June 17, 1972, showing the top singles and albums in the UK, with T. Rex dominating the album chart at No.1 with Bolan Boogie and No.2 on the singles chart with “Metal Guru”. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London, England Section: Charts / Pop 30 including Don McLean’s “Vincent” at THE STORY This is the complete Pop 30 chart page from Melody Maker featuring: Singles Chart: “Metal Guru

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Jun 17, 19722 min read


T.REX (June 17, 1972) “Both Sides Of Bolan” – Melody Maker
Major two-page feature on Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the explosive early Ziggy Stardust / T. Rex breakthrough period, including live review coverage and in-depth commentary. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Pages 12–13) Title: BOLAN / Both Sides Of THE STORY The spread includes a large striking photo of Bolan performing, coverage of T. Rex’s concert at the Birmingham Odeon, and extensive discussion of Bolan’s r

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Jun 17, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (June 16, 1972) “Jasper C. Debussy” – Maxi Single 7" UK Withdrawn
Track Records had planned to release “Jasper C. Debussy” as a maxi single on this date, but the release was withdrawn following court action by Marc. A few copies had already been sent to record shops and the music press, and two reviews were printed in 1972. (see belw) The release did not materialize officilaay until June 7, 1974. This special 7" featured three tracks and came in multiple striking sleeve variants, marking one of his final releases under the Marc Bolan name d

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T.Rex (June 10, 1972) “More Bolan” - Disc Music Paper
News section page from the June 10, 1972 issue of Disc magazine covering the latest happenings in the UK rock scene, including updates on Marc Bolan, Deep Purple, The Who’s Tommy, and various upcoming gigs and releases. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Section: News 2 (Edited by Mike Ledgerwood) Page: 3 THE STORY This packed news page features multiple short articles: Marc Bolan – News on a new T. Rex single and album plans. Deep Purple – A

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Jun 10, 19722 min read


T.Rex (June 10, 1972) “The Bolan Interview” – NME/208 Special
In-depth interview with Marc Bolan by Mark Wesley for the NME/208 Radio Luxembourg special feature. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 (June10, 1972. Issue, Vol. 3 No. 3) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Special Feature / Interview (Pages 26–27) Title: The Bolan Interview THE STORY Mark Wesley interviews Marc Bolan about his songwriting, live performances, plans for the future, influences, and the rapid rise of T. Rex. The feature includes multiple photographs of Bolan per

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Jun 10, 19721 min read


T. Rex (June 10, 1972) Top Both Charts - NME
New Musical Express T. Rex hold the No.1 position on both the British Singles and British Albums charts this week, underlining Marc Bolan’s massive commercial dominance in mid-1972. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 10, 1972 (Charts dated Tuesday, June 6) Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Charts Page THE STORY The NME charts show “Metal Guru” by T. Rex sitting at No.1 on the British Singles chart, while the compilation “Bolan Boogie” tops the B

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Jun 10, 19722 min read


Steve Currie (June 3, 1972) Rotosound Strings Advertisement – UK
A small promotional advertisement for Rotosound guitar strings featuring Steve Currie, bassist of T. Rex, recommending the Rotosound RS.66 “Swing Bass” Long Scale strings. PUBLICATION: UK Music Magazine / Paper (likely Melody Maker) Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Product Endorsement Title: T. REX — Steve Currie Bass Guitar THE STORY The ad highlights Steve Currie’s use and endorsement of Rotosound RS.66 Swing Bass strings, capitali

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Jun 3, 19721 min read


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Marc Bolan – Valentine Magazine
A full one-page colour feature on Marc Bolan in the teen magazine Valentine, titled “With Love From Us To You”, showcasing the glam rock icon at the height of T.Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Valentine Magazine Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: One-Page Colour Feature Title: With Love From Us To You THE STORY The page features a striking colour photograph of Marc Bolan performing on stage with his guitar, curly hair, and flamboyant stage outfit. It reflects

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Jun 3, 19722 min read
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