The 1 August 1973 edition of The Mississippi Press announces T. Rex’s guest appearance with Three Dog Night in Mobile under the headline “Super star performs tonight.” Publication: The Mississippi Press Date: August 1, 1973 Country: United States The short notice states that Marc Bolan, described as the biggest rock star in the world outside the United States, will lead T-Rex in their guest appearance with Three Dog Night in Mobile that night. The concert begins at 8 in the M

The July 31, 1973 edition of The Mobile Press announces that Three Dog Night will perform the following evening at the Municipal Auditorium, with T-Rex led by Marc Bolan as the supporting act. Publication: The Mobile Press Date: July 31, 1973 Country: United States The short news item states that popular rock group Three Dog Night will be back in Mobile the next day for an 8 p.m. concert at the Municipal Auditorium. Appearing with the group will be T-Rex, led by British pop s

The July 31, 1973 edition of The Mobile Register announces that Three Dog Night will appear in concert the following Wednesday at the Municipal Auditorium, with T-Rex starring Marc Bolan as the supporting act. Publication: The Mobile Register Date: July 31, 1973 Country: United States The article states that Three Dog Night will return to Mobile for an 8 p.m. concert at the Municipal Auditorium. Appearing with the group will be T-Rex, a headline act in its own right starring

The July 27, 1973 edition of The Miami Herald carries an advertisement for a Three Dog Night concert with special guest T. Rex featuring Marc Bolan at the Hollywood Sportatorium. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: July 27, 1973 Country: United States The advert, presented by Concerts West, promotes “A Summer Spectacular, with the One and Only: Three Dog Night” tonight at 8:00 p.m. Special guest is listed as T. Rex featuring the Slider himself, Marc Bolan. The venue is the Ho

The July 21, 1973 edition of PopsWop Magazine features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the cover. Publication: PopsWop Date: July 21, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic close-up of Marc Bolan, with teasers for other features including Suzi Quatro, Marty Kristian, and Andy Mackay. CONTEXT AND NOTES This cover was published during the height of T. Rextasy. PopsWop was a popular British teen music mag

The July 9, 1973 edition of the Daily Mirror looks back at how ten years transformed Marc Bolan from a fresh-faced teenage model to the glittering superstar of glam rock. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: July 9, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature THE STORY The article contrasts early photos of a clean-cut young Marc Bolan (then known as a model) with his current flamboyant glam image — complete with glittering jackets, satin trousers, and shoulder-l

The July 3, 1973 edition of Mirabel Magazine features a striking colour photo of Marc Bolan in an elaborate sequined outfit. Publication: Mirabel Magazine Date: July 3, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Photo Feature THE STORY The glamorous image shows Marc Bolan posing confidently in a multi-coloured sequined jacket with a rose, white shirt, and top hat inset, showcasing his flamboyant glam rock style. CONTEXT AND NOTES This photo was published during the Ta

"The Groover" is a high-energy glam rock single that marked the end of T. Rex’s unbroken run of UK Top 10 hits. Released as a standalone non-album single on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, it reached No.4 in the UK — still a strong success but signalling the beginning of a commercial softening as newer glam acts like Slade and David Bowie dominated the charts. It remains a fan favourite for its crunching riff and infectious groove. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label:

The July 1973 issue of Circus features an article by Barbara Graustark on Marc Bolan and T. Rex, focusing on his response to critics with the new album Tanx. Publication: Circus Date: July 1973 Country: United States THE STORY The article notes that only months earlier critics had agreed the Crown Prince of British Pop would not be around much longer. Now Bolan is back with a new LP that threatens to make mincemeat out of the mudslingers. It includes live performance descript

Week ending June 30, 1973: The Groover by T. Rex sits at No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart, dropping one spot from its peak position of No. 4 the previous week. The single spent nine weeks on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 4, making it the last T. Rex track to reach the top ten. "The Groover" and its B-side "Midnight" were first recorded on 20 March 1973 at Rosenberg Studios in Copenhagen, with overdubs added later in London. The original master tape, later featured on