This Lincoln Journal Star concert review from August 1973 covers a performance at Pershing Auditorium featuring Three Dog Night and T. Rex. Written by Holly Spence, the piece praises the headliners’ crowd‑pleasing set while offering a critical take on Marc Bolan’s flamboyant style and stage presence. Publication: Lincoln Journal Star Date: August 20 1973 Country: United States The article describes a packed Pershing Auditorium, with nearly 10,000 fans cheering for Three Dog

This Mobile Register column from August 19 1973 features an extended interview with Marc Bolan, conducted backstage after T. Rex’s appearance as the opening act for Three Dog Night. Written by Lee Moore, the piece captures Bolan’s wit, charm, and reflections on fame, music, and his evolving career during the height of the glam‑rock era. Publication: The Mobile Register Date: 19 August 1973 Country: United States Moore’s column opens with a lively description of Bolan’s ener

This Lincoln Star concert preview from August 19 1973 announces a joint performance by Three Dog Night and T. Rex at Pershing Auditorium. The article highlights Three Dog Night’s chart success with Shambala and introduces Marc Bolan’s British group T. Rex to local readers, describing Bolan as a “combination of stupefying voice and peacockery.” Publication: The Lincoln Star Date: 19 August 1973 Country: United States The preview promotes the evening’s concert, noting that Th

This Everett Herald concert review from August 1973 captures T. Rex’s Seattle performance in vivid, critical detail. Written by Alva C. Roberts, it describes Marc Bolan’s glittering stage presence, deafening sound levels, and the chaotic energy that defined the band’s U.S. tour. Publication: Everett Herald Date: August 17 1973 Country: United States Under the headline “Treble‑Trouble Speakers Rocket T. Rex  Audience to Threshold of Pain,” Roberts recounts the spectacle of B

This Runcorn Guardian review from August 1973 briefly assesses Marc Bolan’s project Big Carrot and its single Blackjack / Squint Eye Mangle. The piece highlights Bolan’s shift in focus, praising his guitar work while noting the prominence of his female backing singers. Publication: The Runcorn Guardian Date: August 17 1973 Country: United Kingdom The review opens by noting that Bolan “leaves the spotlight to his girl back‑up singers,” allowing them to “warble the seductive

This Los Angeles Times review by Robert Hilburn, published on August 14 1973, examines Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s Santa Monica Civic Auditorium concert. Hilburn delivers a candid critique of Bolan’s performance, suggesting that while his charisma remains intact, his musical direction and stage confidence appear strained as he strives to recapture earlier success. Publication: Los Angeles Times Date: August 14 1973 Country: United States Under the headline “T. Rex Not No. 1, bu

This Daily Breeze article from August 1973, written by Joseph Bensoua, chronicles Marc Bolan’s transformation from poetic folk idol to full‑fledged hard rocker. Covering his recent U.S. performances, the piece captures Bolan’s shift toward electric boogie and theatrical showmanship, marking a new phase in his evolution as the leader of T. Rex. Publication: Daily Breeze  (South Bay Daily Breeze) Date: August 14 1973 Country: United States Under the headline “Poetic Marc Bolan 

This Journal review from August 1973 recounts a lively concert at Dillon Stadium featuring T. Rex and Three Dog Night. Written in a conversational tone, the piece captures the audience’s anticipation and excitement as Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock spectacle unfolded before the headliners took the stage. Publication: The Journal (Meriden,  Connecticut) Date: August 13 1973 Country: United States Under the heading “Big Daddy Reviews – Rock Concert – Three Dog Night at Dillon Stadium,”

A groovy, semi-instrumental glam-rock excursion, “Blackjack” was released under the name Big Carrot — in reality Marc Bolan’s T. Rex backing band — and stands as a fascinating side project from the peak of T.Rextasy. Cover art taken from the UK release of T. Rex's "The 7" Singles Box Set," produced by Edsel and released on March 16, 2015. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Big Carrot Label: EMI / T. Rex Wax Co. Date: August 10, 1973 Catalogue: EMI 2042 F ormat: 7" Vinyl Single Country: