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T. Rex (June 19, 1972) “SUPERSTAR OPENING” Ealing & Acton Gazette
The June 23, 1972 edition of the Ealing & Acton Gazette reports on Marc Bolan of T. Rex opening E.M.I.’s June 19, opening of a new £4 million production and distribution centre at Uxbridge Road, Southall. Publication: Ealing & Acton Gazette Date: June 23, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London (Ealing / Southall) Section: Local News / Entertainment THE STORY Marc Bolan, accompanied by fellow T. Rex member Micky Finn, officially opened the new E.M.I. facility. The artic

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Jun 19, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 17, 1972) “follow the trend” - Northern Echo
The June 17, 1972 edition of the Northern Echo highlights T. Rex’s upcoming concert at City Hall in Newcastle, noting their dominance of the UK pop scene and positioning them as natural successors to The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Publication: Northern Echo Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Newcastle / North East England Section: Theatre / Music News THE STORY The article announces T. Rex’s forthcoming performance at Newcastle City Hall (next Saturday

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Jun 17, 19721 min read


T. Rex (June 17, 1972) “The Secret Past of Marc Bolan” Feature – Daily Mirror
The June 17, 1972 edition of the Daily Mirror reveals Marc Bolan’s early days as “Toby Tyler”, exploring his pre-fame life as a young performer before he became a glam rock superstar. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Entertainment News THE STORY The article uncovers Bolan’s past under the name Toby Tyler, including his time as a young model, dancer, and aspiring singer. It features quotes from old friends and phot

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Jun 17, 19721 min read


T. Rex (June 17, 1972) “Last Night” - Manchester Evening News
The June 17, 1972 edition of the Manchester Evening News features a lively review of T. Rex’s concert at Belle Vue the previous night, praising Marc Bolan’s performance and the band’s ability to excite a frenzied crowd of over 5,000 fans. Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Manchester Section: Music / Live Review THE STORY Reviewer David Clark describes Marc Bolan’s striking stage outfit (high-heeled sneakers, red pants,

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Jun 17, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 3, 1972) “The ‘T. Rex’ Brand Of Pop” Feature – The Sacramento Bee
The June 3, 1972 edition of The Sacramento Bee features an in-depth article on T. Rex, examining their rapid rise, musical style, and growing popularity in America. Publication: The Sacramento Bee Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United States Location: Sacramento, California Section: Music Scene THE STORY The piece explores T. Rex’s background, Marc Bolan’s transformation from Tyrannosaurus Rex, their UK success, and their distinctive glam rock sound. It discusses upcoming relea

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Jun 3, 19721 min read


T. Rex (June 1, 1972) Ride a White Swan Album Review – Pop Magazine
The June 1972 edition of Pop Magazine features a glowing review of a T. Rex album (likely Electric Warrior), praising it as their best release so far and highlighting Marc Bolan’s songwriting and the band’s unique sound. Publication: Pop Magazine Date: June 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Album Review THE STORY The review discusses the album’s 15 tracks, all written by Marc Bolan, and notes its vitality compared to previous releases. It highlights the rhythmi

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Jun 1, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (May 28, 1972) "Marc Bolan: Rollin' with rock" – The Houston Post Feature
A major profile in The Houston Post (May 28, 1972) celebrating Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s rising success in America, their transition from underground favorites to chart stars, and Bolan’s charismatic personality during the height of the glam rock explosion. Publication: The Houston Post Date: May 28, 1972 Country: United States Section: Pop / Music Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article portrays Marc Bolan as a dynamic, chameleon-like figure leading T. Rex’s brea

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May 28, 19722 min read


T.Rex (May 1972) "Can You Take" Cover & 10 Page Feature - Cream Magazine
“Bolan’s improbable journey from the most esoteric of the esoteric to the very toppermost of the poppermost seems logical when viewed through the lens of hindsight.” “Rock’n’roll madness, verily. Publication: Cream Magazine (UK) Date: May 1, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Page: Cover Feature + Ten‑Page Article Format: Feature / Interview / Photo Spread A vivid, swaggering portrait of Marc Bolan at the height of his UK glam‑rock fame — captured through the distinctly

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May 1, 19722 min read


T. Rex (February 27, 1972) “T. Rex in Concert” Carnegie Hall Poster – Advertisement
A heavily promoted, highly anticipated T. Rex concert at Carnegie Hall becomes one of the most debated glam‑rock moments of 1972, drawing both ecstatic fans and a sharply critical New York Times review.

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Feb 27, 19721 min read


Marc Bolan / T. Rex (January 28, 1972) "Telegram Sam lays on the message" – Worcester News Single Review
A positive review in the Worcester News praising T. Rex’s new single “Telegram Sam” as another high-energy hit from Marc Bolan, highlighting the band’s continued chart dominance and infectious glam rock sound. Publication: Worcester News Date: January 28, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Music / Pop Singles Review THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The review celebrates “Telegram Sam” as a strong new release from T. Rex, noting its immediate impact, Marc Bolan’s songwriti

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Jan 28, 19721 min read
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