Publication: Melody Maker Date: Saturday, July 3, 1971 STARLIGHT ROOMS, BOSTON Tel. (0205) 3579 Saturday, July 3rd T. REX Special guests: SUPERTRAMP D.J. Ricky Tee Doors: 7 to 12 Price: 50p Bars, etc. This advert appeared in Melody Maker on the exact day of the show. It captures T.Rex in the crucial summer of 1971, right as “Get It On” was released (July 2) and beginning its ascent to Number One. The band was transitioning from underground favourites to mainstream glam rock

Publication: Melody Maker Date: Saturday, July 3, 1971 T. REX GET IT ON THERE WAS A TIME / RAW RAMP BUG 10 RELEASED JULY 2ND Full-page promotional advert for T.Rex’s new single “Get It On” (backed with “There Was A Time” / “Raw Ramp”). This is the landmark single that would become T.Rex’s first UK Number One and a defining glam rock anthem, marking their breakthrough into massive mainstream success. Visual & Design Elements Historical Significance Striking black-and-white pho

Publication: Unspecified music paper (likely Melody Maker or similar weekly) Date: Friday, July 2, 1971 Key Content Notable Mentions The reviewer characterizes the song as an understated shuffle beat that is “monotonous but compulsive.” Marc Bolan sings mysteriously, backed by stomping drums and grumbling guitar. While noting it may not be as instantly hitworthy as the previous single “Hot Love,” the critic finds it positive, likeable, and very much in the spirit of the new T

Melody Maker cover story on Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rapid rise as “Hot Love” surges in the charts and the band prepares for their first American tour. Publication: Melody Maker Date: March 6, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Story / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan addresses accusations of “selling out” as T. Rex achieves major chart success with “Hot Love” following “Ride a White Swan”. He defends artistic growth, celebrates the band’s expa

A striking full‑page advertisement linking T. Rex’s rising glam‑rock mystique with Vamp Power amplification. Published at the height of the band’s early‑’71 momentum, the ad positions Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn as the new faces of British electric swagger.

Iconic concert advert and contemporary review from the night over 2,000 fans packed London’s Lyceum, marking a pivotal moment where Marc Bolan and T. Rex transitioned into a major live act and emerging supergroup. Publication: Melody Maker (review) / Concert Advert Date: January 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Live Concert / Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS T. Rex performed at the Lyceum, Strand with support from Jeff Dexter and Guest Group America. The show

The piece captures Marc Bolan on the cusp of transformation: newly electric, newly ascendant, and preparing to test his growing fame on American soil with a long, surprise‑laden London performance as a send‑off.

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s show at London’s Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971 during their electric breakthrough period. Publication: Melody Maker Date: January 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement for T. Rex’s live performance at the Lyceum, Strand on Monday 25th January 1971. The show runs from 7:30–11:00 p.m. (doors open 7:00 p.m.) with tickets priced at 10/-.

Melody Maker news item announcing that bassist Steve Currie has joined T. Rex as a permanent member for their stage act, alongside news of the band’s upcoming album and strong advance orders for “Ride a White Swan”. Publication: Melody Maker Date: December 12, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: News Item THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan has added bassist Steve Currie to T. Rex’s stage act. The band’s single “Ride a White Swan” is approaching 200,000 sales. Thei

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting T. Rex’s show at Bournemouth Winter Gardens during the crucial breakthrough period following “Ride A White Swan”. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement for T. Rex’s live show at Bournemouth Winter Gardens on Friday, November 27, 1970. The ad invites “Rex Friends” to the performance with ticket prices ranging from 6/- to 10/-. • Iconic spiky hand-drawn “T.REX” logo • “FOR REX FRIENDS” header • Venue and date details for Bo