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T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Marc Bolan – Valentine Magazine
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

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Jun 3, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) Tops UK Singles & Albums Charts - Melody Maker
The official UK Singles and Albums charts from Melody Maker dated June 3, 1972, capturing the peak of the early glam rock explosion with T.Rex dominating the charts. PUBLICATION: Melody Maker Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Charts Page Title: Pop Top 30 / Singles & Albums THE STORY This classic charts page shows: Singles Chart: T.Rex’s “Metal Guru” at No.1, with strong showings from David Bowie, Slade, Elton John, and other glam/pop acts. Albums Ch

T.Rex
Jun 3, 19722 min read


T. Rex (May 13, 1972) "The REX Records" - NME
Nick Logan compiles a comprehensive guide to Marc Bolan’s journey from underground folk to glam rock superstardom. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 13, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Pages 8–9 – Special Feature THE STORY This two-page spread, compiled by Nick Logan, is a detailed survey of Marc Bolan’s entire recorded history up to that point. It covers his early work with Tyrannosaurus Rex through to the breakthrough electric T.

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May 13, 19722 min read


T. Rex(May 10 1972) "Metal Guru" Single - Chart Entry
Metal Guru by T.Rex is a new entry at number 9 on this weeks U.K. Singles Chart, it would spend a total of 14 weeks on the chart including 4 at the top spot

T.Rex
May 10, 19725 min read


T.Rex (6 May 1972) T. Rex Dates - NME
A vibrant and busy front page from New Musical Express (NME) dated 6 May 1972, dominated by a dynamic live shot of Marc Bolan and packed with major tour announcements at the height of the glam-rock era. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: T. Rex Dates / Simon & Garfunkel Concerts / Alvin Lee Feature THE STORY This NME cover highlights T. Rex’s upcoming June 1972 UK tour dates, news

T.Rex
May 6, 19722 min read


T.Rex (6 May 1972) NME – "Bolan and America" NME
A full-page feature from New Musical Express (NME) dated 6 May 1972, exploring Marc Bolan’s breakthrough in the United States, paired with a prominent RCA Records advertisement for Harry Nilsson’s “Coconut”.

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May 6, 19721 min read


T. Rex (6 May 1972) "Metal Guru" - Advert NME
T. Rex – Metal Guru full‑page advert, New Musical Express, May 6 1972 (EMI T. Rex Wax Co.). SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advert (Page 7) Title: T. Rex – Metal Guru THE STORY This striking advert announces T. Rex’s hotly anticipated follow-up to “Telegram Sam”. The maxi-single features “Metal Guru” backed with “Lady” and “Thunderwing”, presented in the new three-track 7" format. The

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May 6, 19722 min read


T. Rex (6 May 1972) Bolan Boogie - NME Advert
T. Rex – Bolan Boogie half‑page advert, New Musical Express, May 6 1972 (Fly Records release) SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Half-Page Advert (Page 33) Title: T. Rex – Bolan Boogie CONTEXT AND NOTES By May 1972, T. Rex were at the absolute peak of their commercial success. Bolan Boogie capitalised on T. Rextasy by gathering many of their biggest singles and album tracks for fans, while the band

T.Rex
May 6, 19722 min read


T. Rex (6 May 1972) "Metal Guru" - NME Singles Page
A key New Musical Express singles review page from 6 May 1972, headlined “Bolan Slips as McCartney Rips”, featuring Danny Holloway’s verdict on the week’s major new releases at the height of the glam era.

T.Rex
May 6, 19721 min read


T. Rex (6 May 1972) Marc Bolan Small Adverts - NME
Two classic small advertisements from New Musical Express (NME) dated 6 May 1972, showcasing the vibrant fan culture and back-catalogue promotion surrounding Marc Bolan at the height of T. Rextasy.

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May 6, 19721 min read
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