The August 1972 issue of Popfoto features Marc Bolan on the cover in a close-up portrait. Publication: Popfoto Date: August 1972 Country: Germany / Switzerland (as indicated by pricing) The cover shows a large colour close-up of Marc Bolan looking upward, with long dark curly hair and a plaid shirt. The magazine title “POPFOTO” appears at the top, with the issue details “AUGUST ’72, nr. 342” and pricing information. A note on the left promotes an extra insert of two super pos

The August 1972 issue of Popfoto features Marc Bolan on the cover in a close-up portrait. Publication: Popfoto Date: August 1972 Country: Germany / Switzerland (as indicated by pricing) The cover shows a large colour close-up of Marc Bolan looking upward, with long dark curly hair and a plaid shirt. The magazine title “POPFOTO” appears at the top, with the issue details “AUGUST ’72, nr. 342” and pricing information. A note on the left promotes an extra insert of two super pos

The July 29, 1972 edition of Romeo Magazine features a striking psychedelic colour illustration of Marc Bolan in full glam attire. Publication: Romeo Magazine Date: July 29, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Artwork / Feature THE STORY The illustration shows Marc Bolan standing confidently with an acoustic guitar, dressed in a vibrant yellow and red outfit with flared trousers, set against a swirling psychedelic background with sun, clouds, and floral motifs.

The July 22, 1972 edition of Fab 208 features a vibrant colour photo of Marc Bolan performing, showcasing his iconic glam style during the peak of T. Rextasy. Publication: Fab 208 Magazine Date: July 22, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Photo Feature THE STORY The striking image captures Marc Bolan seated with an acoustic guitar, wearing a colourful patterned outfit, smiling broadly during a performance. CONTEXT AND NOTES This photo was published at the he

A popular 1972 budget compilation on the Music For Pleasure label featuring key tracks from Tyrannosaurus Rex and early T. Rex, promoted as available now in the July 22, 1972 issue of Sounds magazine. The Best Of T. Rex was a compilation album released by Cube Records in Germany on July 22, 1972. Issued as a club edition, the album gathered ten tracks spanning the transition from the group's earlier folk-inspired recordings through to the breakthrough glam rock period that es

The July 1972 edition of POP Magazine features Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “LIVE POSTER PINK FLOYD” and prominent coverage of T. Rex. Publication: POP Magazine Date: July 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover highlights T. Rex live coverage alongside Pink Floyd, with additional features on Marc Bolan, Leonard Cohen, and other topics. CONTEXT AND NOTES This German teen magazine cover reflects T. Rex’s massive popularity

Publication: What A Nice Way To Turn Seventeen Issue: Special Issue Country: United Kingdom Date: 1980s MEMORABILIA A UK special issue of What A Nice Way To Turn Seventeen devoted to Marc Bolan and T. Rex. The blue cover features a large monochrome photograph with the headline: “TO BE OR NOT TO BE THAT IS THE SLIDER” and the prominent T. REX name across the bottom. The supplied description notes that the special issue contains a selection of Bolan ephemera together with essay

The June 30, 1972 edition of the Manchester Evening News features a review of a new Marc Bolan single in the “Single Spin” column, noting its strong vocal trademarks and appeal. Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: June 30, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Manchester Section: Music / Single Reviews THE STORY The review discusses a re-released or new Bolan track from Track Records, praising its originality, guitar work, and vocal performance. It also mentions other

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Various Artists Title: Revelations: A Musical Anthology for Glastonbury Fayre Date: June 28, 1972 Label: Revelation Enterprises (REV) Format / Type: 3xLP Triple Vinyl Album with Booklet & Inserts Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: REV 1/2/3 TRACK LIST Record One – Side 1 Grateful Dead – Dark Star....bury (excerpt) Record One – Side 2 Brinsley Schwarz, Mighty Baby, others Record Two – Side 3 Marc Bolan (Tyrannosaurus Rex) – Sunken Rags Pet

On June 24, 1972, a pre-recorded performance of T. Rex’s “Metal Guru” (filmed on May 10, 1972 for BBC Top of the Pops) was broadcast on Disco 72. Marc Bolan is seen wearing a striking blue flower design jacket from the London boutique Alkasura Publication / Source: BBC / Disco 72 Date: June 24, 1972 (broadcast date) Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY The performance features Marc Bolan in a vibrant blue floral 'Alkasura' jacket