his Cashbox Magazine feature from May 5 1973 spotlights Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the promotional campaign for their album Tanx, released earlier that spring on Reprise Records and Tapes.

T. Rex superstar Marc Bolan is set to make his big screen debut as the band’s fame reaches new heights. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Burton Mail Date: May 1, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Entertainment News THE STORY This article announces that Marc Bolan is venturing into film, with early details about his on-screen appearance. It discusses his rapid rise from underground hero to pop idol and how he is now expanding into acting while continuing to lead T. Rex

The April 14, 1973 edition of Sounds magazine features a full-page promotional advertisement for the film Born to Boogie, starring Marc Bolan & T. Rex, with Ringo Starr and Elton John. Publication: Sounds Date: April 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Film Promotion / Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The dramatic advert promotes the Apple Films production Born to Boogie, showcasing a striking image of Marc Bolan riding a tiger. It highlights a free la

A historic one-night collision of glam and orchestral rock, captured by the only professional photographer in the room. SOURCE DETAILS Publication / Venue: Artist Archive / Liner Notes Date: April 10, 1973 (Event) / 2003 (Reissue Context) Format: News Note + Release Context Provenance Notes: Verified via ELO 2 – First Light Series (Harvest / EMI) and Gary Merrin’s own commentary. THE STORY Gary Merrin recalls being fully prepared for a “guest” appearance — but nothing matched

The April 7, 1973 edition of Popswop (No.27) features Marc Bolan on the front cover in a striking colour photograph, capturing him mid-performance in a sparkly pink jacket. Publication: Popswop Date: April 7, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan looking upwards with an intense expression, surrounded by colourful teasers about pop stars, fashion, dreams, and other features including David Bowie, Roy Woo

UK first‑pressing of Tanx (BLN 5002 / 0C 062 • 94187), issued with free fold‑out black‑and‑white poster, 1973. Format: LP • Vinyl • Album • Cassette • 8‑Track Cartridge • Reel‑to‑Reel • Promo Editions • International Variants Label: T. Rex — BLN 5002 Country: UK Release Date: 23 March 1973 Genre: Glam Rock • Psychedelic Soul Style: Post‑Slider glam with soul, funk, gospel and mellotron‑driven arrangements Overview “Tanx is a 1973 album by English rock band T. Rex… released on

A behind‑the‑scenes look at the men who built the American rock touring empire — and the artists whose careers depended on them.

A towering glam‑rock advert that distills the swagger and spectacle of T. Rex’s 1973 peak into a single unforgettable image.

T. Rex’s “20th Century Boy” — released March 2, 1973 — became one of the most iconic glam‑rock singles of the decade.

A major Record Mirror announcement revealing “Twentieth Century Boy” as T. Rex’s next single, paired with a full list of European tour dates and Marc Bolan’s declaration that the track is their “best single yet.”