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

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,

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

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

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

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