The 4 August 2013 edition of The Guardian (Observer section) reports on the French country house Château d’Hérouville, the studio where Elton John and David Bowie recorded classic 1970s hits, now up for sale. Publication: The Guardian Date: August 4, 2013 Country: United Kingdom The article describes the grand faded salons of the Château d’Hérouville, nicknamed the “Honky Château” after Elton John’s album of the same name. Elton was one of the first to record there in 1972, f

The July 28, 2002 edition of The Philadelphia Inquirer features an article by Tom Moon on T. Rex’s Marc Bolan, describing him as so obscure yet so influential. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: July 28, 2002 Country: United States The piece discusses Marc Bolan’s lasting impact despite relative obscurity in the United States. It covers the 25th anniversary of his death, the retrospective 20th Century Boy: The Ultimate Collection, and Bolan’s pioneering glam-rock st

This Philadelphia Inquirer review of the film Billy Elliot opens with a direct reference to Marc Bolan and T. Rex, noting how Bolan's music helps establish the atmosphere of 1980s Britain. Reviewer Steven Rea highlights “Cosmic Dancer” as one of several Bolan recordings used throughout the film. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: October 20, 2000 Country: United States In his review of Billy Elliot, critic Steven Rea immediately draws attention to Marc Bolan's prese

The June 15, 1996 edition of the Daily Echo reviews the T. Rex compilation A BBC History (Windsong), a collection of 17 BBC sessions recorded between October 1967 and March 1971, offering a fascinating alternative look at Marc Bolan’s prime years. Publication: Daily Echo (Bournemouth) Date: June 15, 1996 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bournemouth, Dorset Section: Music Review THE STORY The review highlights standout tracks like “Ride A White Swan,” “Jeepster,” and “Hot Lov

The June 18, 1995 edition of The Independent features a major profile on Michael Eavis and the Glastonbury Festival, highlighting Marc Bolan’s early connection to the event and his lasting influence on the festival’s spirit. Publication: The Independent Date: June 18, 1995 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Feature / Glastonbury Profile THE STORY The article recounts how Michael Eavis first encountered Marc Bolan at the 1970 Glastonbury Festival (then called Pi

This Yorkshire Evening Press reader offer promotes The Very Best Of Marc Bolan And T-Rex, a 20-track compilation available on CD and cassette. The promotion highlights the renewed interest in T. Rex during 1991, specifically mentioning “20th Century Boy” and its exposure through a Levi's advertisement alongside classics including “Telegram Sam,” “Children Of The Revolution,” “Metal Guru” and “Born To Boogie.” Publication: Yorkshire Evening Press Date: October 23, 1991 Country

This full-page Northern Echo reader offer promotes The Very Best Of Marc Bolan And T-Rex, a compilation presented as a collection of the group's biggest hits. Available on both CD and cassette, the advert highlights several major T. Rex recordings while using a large archive photograph featuring Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn as its central image. Publication: The Northern Echo (North ed.) Date: October 22, 1991 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY Published beneath the newspaper's

This Liverpool Echo feature highlights the unexpected chart revival of T. Rex during 1991 following the renewed success of “Get It On.” Triggered by its use in a popular television advertising campaign, the article examines how a new generation was discovering Marc Bolan's music and promotes a competition offering copies of the latest T. Rex compilation album and video. Publication: Liverpool Echo Date: October 21, 1991 Country: United Kingdom Appearing in Penny Kiley's Chart

Music Collector devoted the cover of its October 1991 issue to T. Rex, celebrating the enduring appeal of Marc Bolan nearly fourteen years after his death. Headlined “The 20th Century Boy Returns”, the issue reflects the growing collector interest in Bolan's recordings, memorabilia and legacy during the early 1990s. Publication: Music Collector Publication Date: October 1991 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1991 Issue 32 of Music Collector places T. Rex firmly in t

This short review assesses Marc Bolan and T. Rex: The Ultimate Collection, a newly issued compilation bringing together many of T. Rex's best-known recordings. While the reviewer is unimpressed by the packaging, the contents are praised as a reminder of Bolan's exceptional talent for creating memorable hit singles. Publication: The Independent Date: September 29, 1991 Country: United Kingdom The review focuses on Marc Bolan and T. Rex: The Ultimate Collection (Telstar TCD2539