Melody Maker cover story celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s explosive rise as glam rock’s ultimate scream-age idols during their imperial phase. Publication: Melody Maker Date: November 20, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover Story / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS High-energy coverage of Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rapid ascent to the top of British pop. The article highlights their shift from underground favourites to mainstream chart dominators, their dynami

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

Melody Maker concert advertisement promoting three special T. Rex shows for dedicated “Rex Friends” during the early breakthrough period of “Ride A White Swan”. Publication:Melody Maker Date: October 29, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Concert Advertisement THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Advertisement inviting loyal fans to see T. Rex live at three UK venues: Civic Hall Dunstable (Oct 29), City Hall Hull (Oct 30), and Mountford Hall Liverpool (Nov 4). All shows at 8

A passionate 1970 Melody Maker feature in which Marc Bolan calls for rock bands to play more affordable gigs so that ordinary fans can actually afford to see them live. Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 24, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Opinion THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan states that if the Royal Philharmonic can play for a maximum of 25 shillings, then rock bands should be able to do the same. He criticises the high prices that exclud

A sepia‑toned farewell to the acoustic era — and the first glimmer of the electric star Bolan was about to become

The April 27, 1968 edition of Melody Maker reviews Tyrannosaurus Rex’s debut single “Debora” (Regal Zonophone), praising Marc Bolan’s distinctive voice and the track’s simple yet effective production. Publication: Melody Maker Date: April 27, 1968 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Singles Review THE STORY The review traces Bolan’s career from his solo single “The Wizard,” through John’s Children, to the current duo with Steve Took. It highlights the bongo-driv

The July 15, 1967 edition of Melody Maker announces a new single by John’s Children titled “Come And Play Me In The Garden”, noting that singer and songwriter Marc Bolan has recently left the group to form his own band, Tyrannosaurus Rex Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 15, 1967 Country: United Kingdom Section: News / Singles Announcement The short news item reports the upcoming release of John’s Children’s new single and informs readers that Marc Bolan has departed the b