This Journal review from August 1973 recounts a lively concert at Dillon Stadium featuring T. Rex and Three Dog Night. Written in a conversational tone, the piece captures the audience’s anticipation and excitement as Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock spectacle unfolded before the headliners took the stage. Publication: The Journal (Meriden,  Connecticut) Date: August 13 1973 Country: United States Under the heading “Big Daddy Reviews – Rock Concert – Three Dog Night at Dillon Stadium,”

This Daily News article from September 1972 announces the reopening of New York’s Academy of Music as a major concert venue, with T. Rex headlining the inaugural show on September 14 alongside Argent and the Doobie Brothers. The piece highlights the revival of the city’s live‑music scene following the closure of the Fillmore East. Publication: Daily News Date: September 5 1972 Country: United States The article explains that since the Fillmore East closed, New York’s pop‑mu

This Phoenix review from September 5 1972, written by Tim Osburn, appears under the “Captive Audience – Phoenix Reviews” banner and offers a lively critique of T. Rex’s The Slider. The piece situates Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock sound within the broader early‑1970s rock landscape, comparing his style to contemporaries like Rod Stewart and Jimi Hendrix while celebrating Bolan’s unique mix of sensuality and pop mysticism. Publication: The Phoenix Date: September 5, 1972 Country: Un

This Houston Post review from 27 August 1972 offers a brief but balanced take on T. Rex’s album The Slider. Reviewer Janis Parks praises the musicianship and production while noting a “certain sameness” across the record, describing Marc Bolan’s voice as distinctive yet consistent from track to track. Publication: The Houston Post Date: 27 August 1972 Country: United States The review suggests that listeners should first approach Electric Warrior before delving into The Sli

This New Musical Express front page from August 1972 announces the release of T. Rex’s upcoming three‑track maxi single, Children of the Revolution, alongside a striking photograph of Marc Bolan performing live. The bold design and headline reflect the band’s dominance in British rock and the anticipation surrounding their new material. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 26 1972 Country: United Kingdom The cover promotes T. Rex’s new single, scheduled for release

This Southern Daily Echo review from August 19 1972 praises T. Rex’s album The Slider, urging readers not to dismiss Marc Bolan’s work as lightweight pop. The critic calls Bolan “quite a poet,” highlighting his lyrical wit and referencing standout tracks such as Ballrooms of Mars, Telegram Sam, and Metal Guru. Publication: Southern Daily Echo / Southern Evening Echo Date: 19 August 1972 Country: England The review opens with a direct appeal to readers: “Don’t be a musical s

This Plain Dealer column from August 1972 reviews T. Rex’s album The Slider alongside other summer releases, praising Marc Bolan’s infectious rock rhythm and lyrical flair. The piece situates Bolan’s work within the broader pop landscape of the early ’70s, highlighting his growing influence in both the UK and the US. Publication: The Plain Dealer Date: August 18 1972 Country: United States Under the heading “Discotakes,” the writer names The Slider as the “surprise album of

This Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush Gazette review from August 1972 celebrates T. Rex’s album The Slider, capturing the frenzy of “rampant Rex‑maniacs” sweeping Britain. The piece praises Marc Bolan’s earthy glam‑rock sound and his ability to turn even simple love songs into chart‑topping hits. Publication: Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush Gazette Date: August 17 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the headline “Earthy Rock for the Rex‑Maniacs,” reviewer Dave Lewis opens by ac

This Coast Dispatch column from August 1972 reviews T. Rex’s album The Slider, offering a witty and perceptive take on Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock artistry. Writer Scott Chatfield contrasts the band’s playful style with heavier rock acts, praising Bolan’s charm and musical inventiveness. Publication: Coast Dispatch Date: August 17 1972 Country: United States Under the heading “Off the Record…”, Chatfield opens by noting that outsiders might mistake T. Rex for a heavy group like

This Daily News notice from August 1972 announces lineup changes for the Schaefer Music Festival at Wollman Rink in Central Park, New York. The brief update confirms that T. Rex’s scheduled Monday performance was cancelled and replaced by Steppenwolf and Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show. Publication: Daily News Date: August 13 1972 Country: United States Under the heading “New Names in Park,” the article reports two program changes for the Schaefer Music Festival. Steppenwolf,