A swaggering glam‑rock blast, “20th Century Boy” is celebrated by Melody Maker as a nervy, dance‑floor‑ready anthem powered by Bolan’s howl and a pounding beat.

A major Record Mirror announcement revealing “Twentieth Century Boy” as T. Rex’s next single, paired with a full list of European tour dates and Marc Bolan’s declaration that the track is their “best single yet.”

A sharp, reflective one‑page Disc article assessing Marc Bolan’s changing fortunes after the peak of T. Rexmania, contrasting his 1970 promise with his 1973 reality.

A fiery letter from a devoted T. Rex fan reacting to Marc Bolan’s January 7 appearance on The Cilla Black Show, praising the band’s performance while criticising Cilla for interrupting “Life’s A Gas.”

New Musical Express announces T. Rex’s six-week European tour starting in Berlin, with confirmed dates across Germany and plans for further shows in France, Scandinavia, and Holland, plus upcoming tours in the Far East and United States. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: February 10, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Tour Announcement THE STORY The article details the band’s upcoming European itinerary, notes the absence of British dates

The February 1, 1973 edition of Circus Magazine features Marc Bolan addressing rumours of his declining popularity in America, asserting that he is very much alive and kicking while promoting his upcoming high-energy album. Publication: Circus Magazine Date: February 1, 1973 Country: United States Location: New York Section: Major Feature / Interview THE STORY The article recounts Bolan’s recent US tour experiences, where he faced smaller crowds than expected in some cities.

The February 1973 edition of Fabulous 208 magazine includes a large, full-colour Marc Bolan pin-up as part of their 1973 calendar series, showing him smiling outdoors in a leather jacket and blue velvet trousers. Publication: Fabulous 208 Date: February 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Calendar Pin-Up / Poster THE STORY The colourful calendar page features a relaxed and smiling Marc Bolan posing with foliage against a stone wall background, accompanied b

Record Mirror looks ahead to the coming year with predictions for the biggest stars of 1973, featuring a prominent photo of Slade and mentions of acts including T. Rex, David Cassidy, the Osmonds, and others. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: New Year Predictions / Feature THE STORY The article asks readers and industry figures who they believe will be the stars of 1973. It includes commentary on current acts li

The January 6, 1973 edition of Record Mirror features a striking close-up portrait of Marc Bolan on the front cover, kicking off the new year with glam rock prominence. Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 6, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover shows a dramatic, colourful close-up of Marc Bolan with wet-look hair and intense gaze, alongside headlines teasing inside stories including Michael Jackson’s New Year message, Dav