The 6 August 1971 edition of the Worcester News reports T. Rex’s “Get It On” holding the top spot on the local chart for a second week. Publication: Worcester News Date: August 6, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “GET IT ON TOP,” the piece notes that T. Rex are king for a second week, while warning to watch out for Diana Ross, who has entered at number four. It also offers greetings to The Who and Slade. The top ten is listed in full, with “Get It On” by T. Rex

Event: August 5, 1971 – Top of the Pops (Episode 396), BBC. A look at Britain’s best-selling discs, artists, and news from the Top 30. Including performances from Family, Diana Ross, and John Williams. Introduced by Ed Stewart. 40 minutes. Archive status: Wiped. Recorded the previous day (4 August 1971). Performances Featured • Dawn Feat. Tony Orlando – What Are You Doing Sunday (Played Over Charts, Chart #27) • Family – In My Own Time (Mimed, Chart #11) • Chicory Tip – Excus

The 2 August 1971 issue of Bravo reviews T. Rex’s single “Get It On” in its “hitVERDÄCHTIG” section under the POP express heading. Publication: Bravo Date: August 2, 1971 Country: Germany The review awards “Get It On” (Ariola 10 327) a three-star rating and describes it as a sure winner. It notes that T. Rex were clever enough not to serve up another version of “Hot Love,” instead offering a track with a rougher sound than their earlier recordings. A photograph of the band ac

Article Context & Main Highlights T. Rex – “Get It On” (Fly BUG 10) Publication: Evening News and Star (Late Final Edition) (Carlisle, Cumbria, England) Date: Tuesday, July 13, 1971 Short contemporary review of T.Rex’s new single “Get It On”, written shortly after its release. The reviewer notes that Marc Bolan wrote the track and highlights its funky rock style. Key Content Notable Details The review describes “Get It On” as a strong follow-up to the band’s previous hit “Ho

Song: “Get It On” Artist: T. Rex Chart: BBC / Official UK Singles Chart Entry Date: July 10, 1971 Entry Position: No.21 Peak Position: No.1 Weeks at No.1: Four Total Weeks on Chart: Thirteen CHRONICLE SUMMARY On July 10, 1971, T. Rex’s Get It On entered the UK Singles Chart at No.21, beginning one of the defining chart runs of the glam‑rock era. Within weeks, the single surged to No.1, where it remained for four consecutive weeks, cementing Marc Bolan’s status a

On July 7, 1971, T. Rex recorded a performance of their new single “Get It On” for BBC’s Top of the Pops. The performance was first broadcast on July 8, 1971, and later re-aired on July 22, July 29, and August 12. Publication / Source: BBC Top of the Pops Date: Recorded July 7, 1971 | Broadcast July 8, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY The band performed “Get It On” with the newly expanded lineup, joined by former King Cr

Publication: Melody Maker Date: Saturday, July 3, 1971 T. REX GET IT ON THERE WAS A TIME / RAW RAMP BUG 10 RELEASED JULY 2ND Full-page promotional advert for T.Rex’s new single “Get It On” (backed with “There Was A Time” / “Raw Ramp”). This is the landmark single that would become T.Rex’s first UK Number One and a defining glam rock anthem, marking their breakthrough into massive mainstream success. Visual & Design Elements Historical Significance Striking black-and-white pho

Publication: Unspecified music paper (likely Melody Maker or similar weekly) Date: Friday, July 2, 1971 Key Content Notable Mentions The reviewer characterizes the song as an understated shuffle beat that is “monotonous but compulsive.” Marc Bolan sings mysteriously, backed by stomping drums and grumbling guitar. While noting it may not be as instantly hitworthy as the previous single “Hot Love,” the critic finds it positive, likeable, and very much in the spirit of the new T