This is another syndicated printing of the same Robert Hilburn article we identified in the Houston Chronicle and The Home News. This Newsday version is shorter and appears under a third headline, “T. Rex Between Two Worlds.”. This Newsday printing of Robert Hilburn’s feature examines T. Rex’s struggle to translate Marc Bolan’s extraordinary British success into an equally strong American following. Bolan discusses the difficult position of T. Rex between teenage pop and the

James Johnson interviews Marc Bolan about his new album, changing musical trends, David Bowie, Slade and Michael Jackson, capturing the T. Rex leader during a period of reflection and transition.. Publication: Unknown (NME) Date: Unknown (1972) Country: United Kingdom Written by James Johnson, this extensive feature finds Marc Bolan discussing his latest album, the changing state of popular music and the public reaction to T. Rex in both Britain and America. Speaking candidly

Record Mirror turns its attention away from Marc Bolan the rock star and focuses instead on Marc Bolan the poet, exploring his fascination with words, the continuing success of The Warlock Of Love, and his enduring passion for writing beyond the world of T. Rex. Publication: Record Mirror Publication Date: November/December 1972 Country: United Kingdom Written by Val Mabbs, this feature examines the literary side of Marc Bolan's creativity. Headlined “Marc Bolan – Poet”, the

Penny Valentine interviews Marc Bolan at a crucial moment in T. Rex’s career, as the singer responds to criticism following a difficult American tour and reflects on fame, credibility, David Bowie, Slade, Michael Jackson and the future direction of his music. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 1972 (unconfirmed) Country: United Kingdom In this substantial interview by Penny Valentine, with photographs by Mike Putland, Marc Bolan dismisses suggestions that his career is

Sounds reunites two key figures from the earliest Tyrannosaurus Rex days as Steve Took reflects on Marc Bolan, T. Rex's extraordinary success, and the remarkable transformation from underground acoustic duo to one of Britain's biggest rock acts. Publication: Sounds Publication Date: November/December 1972 Country: United Kingdom This feature follows Steve Took, Marc Bolan's former partner in the original Tyrannosaurus Rex, as he attends a T. Rex concert to witness first‑hand

This positive Daily Dispatch review gives T. Rex’s The Slider a three-star rating, praising the album as an enjoyable collection of Marc Bolan compositions. The reviewer highlights the established hits “Metal Guru” and “Telegram Sam”, alongside tracks including “Chariot Choogle,” “Baby Boomerang,” “Rock On” and “Ballrooms Of Mars,” before selecting the title track as probably the strongest recording on the album. Publication: The Daily Dispatch Date: October 28, 1972 Country:

This sharply critical Journal News review by John Terhar examines The Slider through the increasingly dominant image of Marc Bolan. While acknowledging Bolan’s carefully constructed style and the album’s consistency with contemporary musical fashion, Terhar dismisses much of the music as marginal, attacks the sexual imagery and lyrical simplicity, and argues that the record ultimately represents an extended Marc Bolan “image trip.” Publication: The Journal News Date: October

This issue of Disco 45 featured a full-page black-and-white pin-up of Marc Bolan. Captured during the height of Bolanmania, the photograph presents the T. Rex frontperson in a live performance setting and was intended as a collectible fan image rather than an editorial feature. Publication: Disco 45 Date: October 20, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full-page pin-up presents Marc Bolan in concert during one of the most successful periods of his career with T. Rex. The photog

This Evansville Press feature focuses on Marc Bolan’s response to critics who dismissed T. Rex’s success as little more than an appeal to school-age fans. Drawing on Bolan’s own comments, the article argues that younger listeners should not be underestimated and considers whether their enthusiasm could drive a new generation of pop music. Publication: Evansville Press Date: October 19, 1972 Country: United States Published under the headline “Is young rock revolt coming?”, th

Publication: Date: 1972 Country: United Kingdom Item: Original photo poster Size: 77 × 55 cm MEMORABILIA An original T. Rex / Marc Bolan poster dating from 1972, featuring a photograph credited to Tony Russell. The large colour poster features a live performance image, with the performer holding a guitar and raising one arm above their head. The Tony Russell photo credit is printed along the lower edge of the poster. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts