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Marc Bolan (June 1, 1972) “The Spector Sound" Feature – Hit Parader Magazine
In-depth three-page interview and feature with Marc Bolan discussing his musical influences, songwriting philosophy, and the sound of T. Rex. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature / Interview (Pages 24–26) Title: The Spector Sound ‘easy to achieve’ / MARC BOLAN THE STORY The feature includes a large portrait of Bolan, an interview where he talks about creating the T. Rex sound, his admiration for Phil Spector, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley,

1972
May 31, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (1972) – Hard On Love Unreleased LP Acetate With Legal Paperwork Memorabilia
An original Pye Records advanced promotion acetate for the unreleased Marc Bolan album Hard On Love. The acetate is handwritten with the title Hard On Love and Marc Bolan's name, with catalogue references 2406 101 A and 2406 101 B appearing on the respective labels. The lot also includes original legal documentation relating to proceedings between Marc Bolan and Track Records Ltd. The accompanying paperwork consists of copies of affidavits associated with the dispute, adding

Marc Bolan
May 31, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (April 1, 1972) – Scrapbook: Full Page Photograph Look in Magazine UK pin up April 1972..photo Keith Morris
Publication: Unknown Date: Unknown Country: Unknown Full-page colour portrait photograph showing a person with tightly curled dark hair wearing a dark patterned jacket with a contrasting yellow panel and a small colourful figure motif. The original scrapbook page is visibly aged and creased. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, n

1972
Mar 31, 19721 min read


T. Rex (December 25, 1971) "Bolan Solo on Benefit Album" - New Musical Express
New Musical Express news item announcing that Marc Bolan will contribute solo material to a special benefit album for the Glastonbury Fayre Festival, alongside confirmation of T. Rex’s upcoming January concert appearance. Publication: New Musical Express Date: December 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: News Item THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan will record solo tracks at home for a special benefit album supporting the Glastonbury Fayre Festival in June 197

1971
Dec 25, 19711 min read


T. Rex (December 25, 1971) "T. Rex May Have Own Record Label Early in 1972" - Record Mirror
Record Mirror news item reporting on rumors that T. Rex are close to signing a new deal with EMI for their own label, while also noting Marc Bolan’s solo contribution to a Glastonbury Fayre benefit album. Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: News / Industry Update THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Rumors suggest T. Rex will launch their own record label under the EMI banner in early 1972 after leaving Fly Records. Marc Bolan has

1971
Dec 25, 19712 min read


T. Rex (December 4, 1971) "T. Rex Banned from Royal Albert Hall" - Record Mirror
Record Mirror cover story announcing the controversial decision to ban T. Rex from performing at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall due to concerns over crowd control and safety. Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 4, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover News / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS T. Rex are officially banned from the Royal Albert Hall following concerns about crowd behaviour and potential damage at previous shows. The decision comes at the h

1971
Dec 4, 19711 min read


T. Rex (December 1, 1971) Marc Bolan & Mickey Finn - Colour Super Poster - Pop Magazine (Germany)
Iconic full-colour poster featuring Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn of T. Rex, capturing the duo at the height of their early glam rock image with Bolan’s wild curls and distinctive style alongside Mickey on congas. Publication: Pop Magazine (Germany) Date: 1971 Country: Germany Section: Farb-Super-Poster / Pull-Out Poster THE POSTER VISUAL DETAILS Striking studio portrait of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn against a bright blue background. Marc, with his signature voluminous curly hai

1971
Dec 1, 19712 min read


T. Rex (December 1971) Marc Bolan & Mickey Finn - Popfoto Magazine Poster
Iconic colour poster of the original cosmic duo Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn, featured in Popfoto magazine during the height of T. Rextasy. Publication: Popfoto Magazine Date: December 1971 Country: Germany (Continental Europe) Section: Monthly Magazine Popfoto Poster THE POSTER VISUAL DETAILS Striking studio portrait of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn against a warm orange backdrop. Marc, with his signature wild curly hair, wears a black jacket over a red shirt and a silver neck

1971
Dec 1, 19711 min read


T. Rex – (November 11, 1971) Electric Warrior Tour Liverpool Printing Error: Poster
MEMORABILIA TYPE: Original Tour Poster ARTIST: T. Rex / Marc Bolan DATE: 1971 ITEM: Electric Warrior Tour Liverpool Poster SIZE: 93 cm x 77 cm This original T. Rex concert poster advertises an appearance at The Stadium, Liverpool, on Thursday 11 November 1971. The striking design uses a predominantly black background with vivid green printing, centred around a large performance photograph and bold T. Rex lettering. The poster is notable for a printing error. According to the

1971
Nov 11, 19712 min read


T. Rex (November 6, 1971) "Jeepster" - New Musical Express
New Musical Express singles column reviewing T. Rex’s “Jeepster” alongside Deep Purple’s “Fireball,” capturing the simultaneous rise of glam rock and hard rock in the UK singles scene. Publication: New Musical Express Date: November 6, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Singles Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Review of T. Rex’s “Jeepster” as the next major single from Electric Warrior. The writer praises the signature Rex sound — bouncy beat, jangling backing,

1971
Nov 6, 19711 min read
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