Fun, light-hearted feature asking Marc Bolan what turns him on and off, including his personal tastes, dislikes, and a poem written by Bolan himself. PUBLICATION: Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Title: WHAT MOVES MARC? THE STORY The article explores Marc Bolan’s likes (movies, cartoons, Rod Steiger, learning, Magpie) and dislikes (inconsiderate people, telephones). It also includes a special poem written by Bolan titled “A Poem From Marc T

The June 16, 1973 edition of Disc music paper features Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “Groovin’ with Mr Bo,” announcing his return to performing after a three-month rest. Publication: Disc Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover / Main Feature THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan on stage with guitar and microphone, highlighting his comeback after a break. Additional cover stories include Suzi Quatro / David Bowie

The June 15, 1973 edition of the Calgary Herald reviews T. Rex’s album Tanx (Reprise MS 2132), praising the band’s unique blend of rock and theatre while offering a mixed assessment of Marc Bolan’s songwriting and performance. Publication: Calgary Herald Date: June 15, 1973 Country: Canada Location: Calgary, Alberta Section: Music Review THE STORY The reviewer notes T. Rex’s theatrical approach to rock, with Marc Bolan as the central figure writing and singing most material.

A full-page promotional advertisement in Rolling Stone for T. Rex’s new single “The Groover”, featuring a striking image of Marc Bolan in full glam regalia. PUBLICATION: Rolling Stone Date: June 3, 1973 Country: United States Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: The Groover — T. Rex THE STORY This eye-catching ad promotes the single “The Groover” with a dramatic black & white photograph of Marc Bolan kneeling on the floor in a flowing white garment, dark glasse

T. Rex (June 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine Publication: Circus Magazine Date: June 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The advert shows Marc Bolan in a white jacket kneeling with a large model tank, captioned “T.REX TANK”, and promotes the album on Reprise Records and Tapes (noting the poster was included with the album). CONTEXT AND NOTES This eye-catching advert appeared during the Tanx promotional cam

"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:

A vibrant full-colour cover from the teen pop magazine It’s Here! (No.7, dated May 26, 1973) featuring Marc Bolan as the main star. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: It’s Here! Date: May 26, 1973 (No.7) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This issue proudly announces “IT’S HERE!” with Marc Bolan taking centre stage on the cover. It promotes super pin-ups, songs from Donny, Marc, Andy & David, Elton, and David, plus an inside story from Marie on the Osmond

A full-colour cover and competition feature from Jackie magazine (No.490, week ending May 26, 1973) giving readers the chance to win an official Marc Bolan Shinysheaker jacket. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Jackie Date: Week ending May 26, 1973 (No.490) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Competition Page 5 THE STORY This issue promotes a major reader competition to win one of twenty-five genuine Marc Bolan Shinysheaker jackets. The cover features a striking

SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Music Star Date: May 12, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: Come to School with Marc THE STORY This cheerful Music Star cover presents Marc Bolan as a friendly, approachable teen idol in a feature titled “Come to School with Marc”. The issue also promotes time with Donny Osmond, a letter from The Jacksons, and the chance to “wear David’s shirt”, alongside a super double-page poster of Marti Kristian from The New Seeker

By May 1973, Marc Bolan was redefining his image. This POP feature presents him as both confident and reflective — a star aware of his influence yet conscious of the pressures of success.