This major NME retrospective examines the phenomenon of "Bolanmania" and reflects on Marc Bolan's extraordinary rise, commercial peak and subsequent decline. Written by Paul Morley, the article analyses Bolan's impact on popular culture, his relationship with fame and the lasting significance of T. Rex within 1970s British music. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: September 27, 1980 Country: United Kingdom Published as "Part Two: The Rise And Fall Of Bolanmania", th

A lively and enthusiastic live review from the June 28, 1980 issue of The Morning Record and Journal (Meriden, Connecticut) praising the young New Wave band Baby Strange for their energetic performance at Ron’s Place in New Haven, with special mention of their powerful cover of Marc Bolan’s “Baby Strange”. Publication: The Morning Record and Journal Date: June 28, 1980 Country: United States Section: Music Review / Live Report THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Jim Zebora revi

A little over a year after Marc Bolan’s death, the Telegraph and Argus revisits his life through the newly published book Marc Bolan: A Tribute. Written by Nick Kehoe, the feature concentrates on the personal recollections of those who knew Bolan, including Gloria Jones, June Bolan and Tony Visconti. Publication: Telegraph and Argus Date: October 17, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Marc Bolan legend” and the striking sub-heading “The Flower Child With A Knife

A respectful tribute review in the Irvine Herald (May 26, 1978) celebrating the release of a double album compilation of Marc Bolan’s early work, highlighted by the previously unreleased “The Children Of Rarn Suite” produced by Tony Visconti. Publication: Irvine Herald and Kilwinning Chronicle Date: May 26, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Music / Album Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article reviews a double album tribute to Marc Bolan’s early years, compil

A stark, reverent full‑page memorial advertisement published in Record Mirror on April 15, 1978, presenting Marc Bolan not as a glam icon in motion but as a figure frozen in legacy. The tone is solemn, archival and unmistakably posthumous, marking a moment where the industry pauses to frame Bolan’s life as a complete body of work spanning 1947 to 1977.

A celebratory three-page spread in Record Mirror (January 14, 1978) announcing Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s dominant victory in the 1977 Readers’ Poll, with Bolan winning Best Male Singer, Best Dressed Artist, and T. Rex taking Best Group and Best Album for Dandy In The Underworld. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: Record Mirror Date: January 14, 1978 Country: United Kingdom Section: Readers’ Poll Results / Major Feature Marc Bolan and T. Rex swept the Record Mirror R

This Bravo feature reports on the discovery and forthcoming release of previously unheard Marc Bolan recordings. Published four years after Bolan's passing, the article highlights the excitement surrounding newly uncovered material and the possibility of hearing rare recordings from the T. Rex leader's early career. Publication: Bravo Date: October 6, 1977 Country: Germany Appearing in Bravo's Pop-Telegramme section under the headline "Abschied von Marc Bolan" ("Farewell to M

Published less than two weeks after Marc Bolan's passing, this feature from the German youth magazine Bravo examines the circumstances surrounding the fatal car crash that claimed the life of the T. Rex star. The article combines photographs, reporting and retrospective commentary to document the tragic event and its impact on fans across Europe. Publication: Bravo Date: September 29, 1977 Country: Germany The feature appears under the headline "Die Todesfahrt des Glitzer-Sta

A warm, in-depth profile in The Mail (September 6, 1977) featuring Marc Bolan discussing his upcoming role as Rudolph Valentino in Ken Russell’s film, his life story, rise to fame with T. Rex, and reflections on his journey from childhood to superstardom. Publication: The Mail (Millom and South Copeland edition) Date: September 6, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Entertainment / TV Personality Feature The article presents Marc Bolan as a natural star, covering his early

A profile in the Sports Argus (March 12, 1977) highlighting Marc Bolan’s latest image transformation into a “Godfather figure,” his new band line-up, upcoming UK tour dates, and the release of his new album Dandy In The Underworld with the single “Soul Of My Suit.” Publication: Sports Argus Date: March 12, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section: Music / Entertainment Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article notes Marc Bolan’s evolution from hippie to glam superstar