The June 20, 1996 edition of the Evening Standard features an article highlighting the relative obscurity of Steve Peregrin Took, the original percussionist and co-founder of Tyrannosaurus Rex alongside Marc Bolan Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 20, 1996 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Arts THE STORY The piece discusses Steve Peregrin Took’s tragic life and death, his departure from the band, and the efforts of fans (including Susan Hibberd) to rest

The June 20, 1995 edition of the Evening Standard features an interview with Michael Eavis, founder of the Glastonbury Festival, in which he recalls booking T. Rex in the early years and reflects on the festival’s growth. Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 20, 1995 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Arts THE STORY Michael Eavis discusses the early days of Glastonbury, including booking T. Rex, and shares memories of the festival’s evolution. He mentions t

The June 22, 1972 edition of the Evening Standard reports that Marc Bolan of T. Rex has taken High Court action to stop two companies from selling or broadcasting 20 early recordings made in 1966 and 1968. Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 22, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Entertainment THE STORY Marc Bolan, aged 24 and living in Maida Vale, has issued a writ against Track Records of Old Compton Street and Poldor Ltd. of Stratford Place.

A brief but culturally important listing marking Bolan’s early national TV exposure on Ready, Steady, Go! during a pivotal moment in his artistic evolution.

Before the glitter and the cosmic boogie, Marc Bolan appears here as a determined teenager — already crafting the persona that would one day reshape British pop.