Major two-page feature on Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the explosive early Ziggy Stardust / T. Rex breakthrough period, including live review coverage and in-depth commentary. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Pages 12–13) Title: BOLAN / Both Sides Of THE STORY The spread includes a large striking photo of Bolan performing, coverage of T. Rex’s concert at the Birmingham Odeon, and extensive discussion of Bolan’s r

Track Records had planned to release “Jasper C. Debussy” as a maxi single on this date, but the release was withdrawn following court action by Marc. A few copies had already been sent to record shops and the music press, and two reviews were printed in 1972. (see belw) The release did not materialize officilaay until June 7, 1974. This special 7" featured three tracks and came in multiple striking sleeve variants, marking one of his final releases under the Marc Bolan name d

News section page from the June 10, 1972 issue of Disc magazine covering the latest happenings in the UK rock scene, including updates on Marc Bolan, Deep Purple, The Who’s Tommy, and various upcoming gigs and releases. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Section: News 2 (Edited by Mike Ledgerwood) Page: 3 THE STORY This packed news page features multiple short articles: Marc Bolan – News on a new T. Rex single and album plans. Deep Purple – A

In-depth interview with Marc Bolan by Mark Wesley for the NME/208 Radio Luxembourg special feature. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 (June10, 1972. Issue, Vol. 3 No. 3) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Special Feature / Interview (Pages 26–27) Title: The Bolan Interview THE STORY Mark Wesley interviews Marc Bolan about his songwriting, live performances, plans for the future, influences, and the rapid rise of T. Rex. The feature includes multiple photographs of Bolan per

One of T. Rex’s biggest hits during the peak of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became the band’s fourth and final UK No.1 single in 1972, showcasing Marc Bolan’s glam rock brilliance. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (EMI) Date: June 8, 1972 Catalogue: T. REX-9929 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Australia Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam Rock, Rock & Roll TRACK LIST Australia 7" Commercial Single (T. REX-9929) A-Side: “Metal Guru” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony V

Striking front cover of the German teen magazine BRAVO featuring Marc Bolan as a major star during the peak of T. Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Date: June 7, 1973 Country: Germany Section / Pages: Front Cover (Nr. 24) Title: Marc Bolan (T. Rex) THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan in a flamboyant blue patterned jacket, holding a guitar and smiling widely. It promotes various features including a warning about Neil Diamond, a photo love-story, and posters of Deep Purple and D

A full one-page colour feature on Marc Bolan in the teen magazine Valentine, titled “With Love From Us To You”, showcasing the glam rock icon at the height of T.Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Valentine Magazine Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: One-Page Colour Feature Title: With Love From Us To You THE STORY The page features a striking colour photograph of Marc Bolan performing on stage with his guitar, curly hair, and flamboyant stage outfit. It reflects

Multi-page fun feature in Bravo magazine showcasing the light-hearted “BRAVO Olympics” featuring 1972 Otto award winners, including Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan of T. Rex, along with other stars in playful athletic competitions. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Pages: Multi-page spread (pp. 3–8) Title: Die BRAVO-Olympiade der Otto-Sieger THE STORY Bravo gathered popular Otto winners (including T. Rex members Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan) at the Sherat

A rare original UK IBC Sound Recording Studios double-sided acetate of Marc Bolan’s unreleased 1972 album Hard On Love (later issued in 1974 as The Beginning Of Doves), featuring previously unreleased material and a significant piece of Bolan history. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Title: Hard On Love Date: Recorded 1972 (Unreleased at the time) Label: IBC Sound Recording Studios (Acetate) Format / Type: LP Acetate Recording (Double-Sided) Country: United Ki

A rare original Track Records test pressing of Marc Bolan’s unreleased 1972 album Hard On Love, later released in 1974 as The Beginning Of Doves, features previously unheard material and offers a fascinating glimpse into Bolan’s history from John Peel’s personal collection. The album was involved in a 1972 court injunction by Bolan to prevent its release. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Title: Hard On Love Date: Recorded 1972 (Unreleased at the time) Label: T