ARTIST T. Rex DATE Sunday, 9 May 1971 LOCATION Winter Gardens, Bournemouth, England EVENT TYPE Concert – Part of the May 1971 UK Tour PRESENTED BY John & Tony Smith CONFIRMED INFORMATION • T. Rex performed at the Winter Gardens, Bournemouth, on 9 May 1971. • This date appears in verified tour listings for the May 1971 UK tour. • The concert was promoted by John and Tony Smith, consistent with all dates on this leg of the tour. • The show took place shortly after the succes

A bold, minimalist concert advertisement from Melody Maker dated 8 May 1971, announcing T. Rex’s major UK May Tour at the peak of their “Hot Love” success. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Melody Maker Date: May 8, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Tour Adverts / Page 28 Title: T. Rex – May Tour 1971 THE STORY This striking advert promotes the T. Rex May Tour presented by John & Tony Smith in association with E.G. Management. It lists thirteen major UK dates runnin

A charming and stylish newspaper column from the Evening Post dated 7 May 1971, celebrating Marc Bolan’s enduring influence as a fashion icon and linking his early Mod roots to his 1971 T. Rex stardom. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Evening Post Date: May 7, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Column / Fashion and Pop Culture Title: Marc Bolan – The Enchanted Elf and King of the Mods THE STORY In this witty and affectionate column, the writer recalls first

The April 29, 1971 edition of Disco 45 Songbook features T. Rex on the cover and a full-page profile of Marc Bolan inside, celebrating the band’s breakthrough year. Publication: Disco 45 Songbook Date: April 29, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Cover + Feature THE STORY The cover shows a striking photo of Marc Bolan and bandmate, while the inside feature details T. Rex’s rapid rise, “Hot Love” topping the charts, and Bolan’s journey from folk to glam stardom

BRAVO Musicbox chart page highlighting the Top 20 hits in German-speaking Europe, including T. Rex’s “Hot Love” climbing the rankings alongside major international acts. Publication: Bravo Date: April 26, 1971 Country: Germany Section: BRAVO Musicbox / Chart Page THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The BRAVO Musicbox presents the Top 20 singles based on reader votes, with T. Rex’s “Hot Love” appearing at No. 17. The chart reflects the diverse tastes of German, Austrian, and Swi

Whitstable Times news item announcing that Bill Legend has joined T. Rex as drummer for their upcoming British tour, with Mickey Finn shifting focus to vocals and bongos. Publication: Whitstable Times Date: April 23, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: News / Band Update In spring 1971, T. Rex — still operating as a duo of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn — were gaining rapid momentum following the success of “Ride a White Swan.” To support their growing live commitments, they ex

Record Mirror feature with Marc Bolan discussing the impact of success with “Ride A White Swan” and “Hot Love”, his evolving philosophy, the new line-up, and plans for America and touring. Publication: Record Mirror Date: 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Feature / Interview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan talks confidently about tuning into the “mental channel” that makes hits, the importance of energy in music, and his happiness working with Mickey Finn. He

Daily Sketch pop column by Anne Nightingale featuring Marc Bolan reflecting on sudden fame, insecurity, and the pressures of pop stardom following the success of “Ride a White Swan” and “Hot Love”. Publication: Daily Sketch Date: April 7, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Pop by Anne Nightingale By spring 1971, Bolan had transformed from underground folk mystic to glitter‑pop phenomenon. Anne Nightingale’s column captures his ambivalence about fame and the pressure to fol

Sounds magazine cover story and full-page interview with Marc Bolan by Penny Valentine exploring his artistic vision, lyrics, and T. Rex’s rising cultural impact THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Penny Valentine interviews Marc Bolan as T. Rex transition from underground favourites to mainstream rock stars. Bolan discusses his songwriting philosophy, lyrical style, growing fame, and the evolving sound of the band. • Striking cover portrait of Marc Bolan • Bold “Sounds” masthe

A week of charity, music, and student celebration — crowned by a T. Rex performance just months before glam rock reshaped the British charts.