his Cashbox Magazine feature from May 5 1973 spotlights Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the promotional campaign for their album Tanx, released earlier that spring on Reprise Records and Tapes.

T. Rex superstar Marc Bolan is set to make his big screen debut as the band’s fame reaches new heights. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Burton Mail Date: May 1, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Entertainment News THE STORY This article announces that Marc Bolan is venturing into film, with early details about his on-screen appearance. It discusses his rapid rise from underground hero to pop idol and how he is now expanding into acting while continuing to lead T. Rex

The April 25, 1973 edition of The Evening News and Star features a cinema advertisement for the film Born to Boogie starring Marc Bolan & T. Rex with Ringo Starr, promoting upcoming screenings and a free full-colour Marc Bolan poster. Publication: The Evening News and Star Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: Carlisle / UK Section: Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert announces Born to Boogie is now showing at the ABC Cinema in Carlisle with specific sc

The April 25, 1973 edition of The State Journal (Michigan) features a cinema advertisement for the film Stamping Ground, highlighting T. Rex’s performance at the 1970 Holland Festival of Music alongside a stellar lineup of artists. Publication: The State Journal Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United States Location: Lansing, Michigan Section: Entertainment / Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes the film Stamping Ground (documenting the 1970 Holland Pop Festival)

The April 14, 1973 edition of Sounds magazine features a full-page promotional advertisement for the film Born to Boogie, starring Marc Bolan & T. Rex, with Ringo Starr and Elton John. Publication: Sounds Date: April 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Film Promotion / Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The dramatic advert promotes the Apple Films production Born to Boogie, showcasing a striking image of Marc Bolan riding a tiger. It highlights a free la

A historic one-night collision of glam and orchestral rock, captured by the only professional photographer in the room. SOURCE DETAILS Publication / Venue: Artist Archive / Liner Notes Date: April 10, 1973 (Event) / 2003 (Reissue Context) Format: News Note + Release Context Provenance Notes: Verified via ELO 2 – First Light Series (Harvest / EMI) and Gary Merrin’s own commentary. THE STORY Gary Merrin recalls being fully prepared for a “guest” appearance — but nothing matched

The April 7, 1973 edition of Popswop (No.27) features Marc Bolan on the front cover in a striking colour photograph, capturing him mid-performance in a sparkly pink jacket. Publication: Popswop Date: April 7, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan looking upwards with an intense expression, surrounded by colourful teasers about pop stars, fashion, dreams, and other features including David Bowie, Roy Woo

The piece captures a moment when producers were becoming as culturally influential as the artists they shaped, with Visconti positioned as a quiet architect behind some of the era’s most defining sounds.

The July 1973 issue of Creem magazine features Janis Schacht’s in-depth article “The Bowie-Bolan Battle,” exploring the rivalry and complicated relationship between Marc Bolan and David Bowie. Publication: Creem Magazine Date: July 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Music Feature THE STORY The article details the early friendship between Bolan and Bowie, their diverging careers, public jabs (Bolan calling Bowie a “lame brain” and Bowie retorting that Bolan is

The March 1973 edition of New Musical Express (NME) includes a nostalgic publicity photo of a young Marc Bolan, highlighting his early days and upcoming appearance in the film Born to Boogie. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: March 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Photo Feature / All Time Greats THE STORY The piece presents a classic black & white portrait of Marc Bolan from his pre-fame days, noting his time as a tank-driver and an 18-month “