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T.Rex (June 4, 1977) Marc Bolan Cover & Feature – Record Mirror
Iconic front cover of Record Mirror featuring Marc Bolan in full theatrical royal regalia, marking the launch of his new weekly column in the magazine. PUBLICATION: Record Mirror Date: June 4, 1977 (on-sale Friday 3 June) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: BOLAN – A Royal Wave to the New Wave THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan with dramatic wide-eyed expression, tongue out, wearing an elaborate jeweled crown, heavy ornate necklace, and Eliz

1977
Jun 3, 19772 min read


T. Rex (June 4, 1977) “Dandy in the Underworld” Advert – Record Mirror
A full-page promotional advertisement in Record Mirror for T. Rex’s new maxi single “Dandy in the Underworld”, released in a special limited-edition bag for the first 25,000 copies. PUBLICATION: Record Mirror Date: June 4, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: T. REX — Dandy in the Underworld THE STORY The striking ad features a dramatic photo of Marc Bolan performing with guitar inside a large circular design. It promotes the new max

1977
Jun 3, 19772 min read


Marc Bolan (October 5, 1976) Records "Laser Love" for Supersonic
On October 5, 1976, Marc Bolan recorded a performance of "Laser Love" for the UK television programme Supersonic. The performance was subsequently broadcast on October 16, 1976, giving viewers an opportunity to see Bolan promote his latest single on one of Britain's leading pop music shows. "Laser Love" was released as a non-album single on October 2, 1976, just days before the Supersonic recording. The single was backed with "Life's an Elevator" and became a modest chart suc

1976
Oct 4, 19762 min read


T.Rex (June 26, 1976) “Bolan Marc III (or was it IV?)”Record Mirror Cover & Feature
Iconic front cover of Record Mirror featuring Marc Bolan in dramatic pose, plus interior feature with the headline “Bolan Marc III (or was it IV?) Confessions of a forgotten Roller”. PUBLICATION: Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 2-Page Feature Title: Bolan Marc III (or was it IV?) THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Bolan with expressive hand gestures against a purple background, promoting stories on Bob Marley, Thin Lizzy, and a compet

1976
Jun 25, 19762 min read


Marc Bolan & Gloria Jones (June 19, 1976) Ninian Park Concert Review – South Wales Argus
The June 26, 1976 edition of the South Wales Argus reviews the rain-soaked West Coast Rock Show at Cardiff’s Ninian Park, featuring Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones, and other acts. Publication: South Wales Argus Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: Newport / Cardiff Section: Pop Shop THE STORY The article describes the challenging weather conditions during the open-air concert and highlights performances by Marc Bolan (with Gloria Jones), The Pretty Things, Sutherla

1976
Jun 18, 19761 min read


T. Rex (January 1, 1976) – Hot Rock Album FRA: 2LP
Hot Rock Greatest Hits was a French double-album compilation released by CBS in 1976. Issued as a 2LP collection, the album assembled a broad selection of recordings spanning T. Rex's most commercially successful period. The compilation combined major hit singles, popular album tracks and later recordings, creating one of the most extensive T. Rex retrospective collections available in France during the mid-1970s. The release was distributed by CBS and CBS Disques and package

1973
Jan 1, 19764 min read


Marc Bolan (October 31, 1975) – “Marc Bolan als zärtlicher Vater” Feature - Bravo
This Bravo feature presents a rare and intimate look at Marc Bolan away from the stage, focusing on his new role as a father. Accompanied by exclusive family photographs, the article introduces readers to Marc, Gloria Jones and their newborn son Rolan, revealing a more personal side of the T. Rex star than fans were accustomed to seeing. Publication: Bravo Date: October 31, 1975 Country: Germany Published under the headline "Marc Bolan als zärtlicher Vater" ("Marc Bolan as a

1975
Oct 31, 19752 min read


Marc Bolan (October 25, 1975) – “Bolan Is Making His Mark In New TV Job” Feature – Liverpool Echo.
Monica O'Hara talks to Marc Bolan midway through his new television series, discussing his enthusiasm for interviewing, the extraordinary volume of fan mail still arriving at his London office, and his creative interests beyond T. Rex, including books, painting and plans to move into film directing. Publication: Weekend Echo Date: October 25, 1975 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Published under the large headline “BOLAN IS MAKING HIS MARK IN NEW TV JOB”, the feature examine

1975
Oct 24, 19753 min read


Marc Bolan / T. Rex (October 16, 1975) – “Marc Bolan Wurde Popstar Nr. 1” Feature - Bravo Disco
This Bravo Disco feature celebrates Marc Bolan's continuing popularity in Germany and reflects on his remarkable rise from underground musician to international pop star. Accompanied by a contemporary portrait photograph, the article presents Bolan as one of the defining figures of the glam rock era while examining his success with T. Rex. tion: Bravo Disco Date: October 16, 1975 Country: Germany Under the headline “Marc Bolan wurde Popstar Nr. 1” ("Marc Bolan Became Pop Star

1975
Oct 15, 19752 min read


Marc Bolan (October 1, 1975) – “Rockin' Rolan Bolan!” Feature - Evening Standard
This Evening Standard feature announces the birth of Marc Bolan's son, Rolan Bolan. Accompanied by a photograph of Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones and their newborn child, the article captures a significant personal moment in the T. Rex leader's life. Publication: Evening Standard Date: October 1, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline "Rockin' Rolan Bolan!", the article reports the arrival of Marc Bolan's son, Rolan. The feature notes that the child was born at the Avenue

1975
Sep 30, 19752 min read
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