This issue of Disco 45 featured a full-page black-and-white pin-up of Marc Bolan. Captured during the height of Bolanmania, the photograph presents the T. Rex frontperson in a live performance setting and was intended as a collectible fan image rather than an editorial feature. Publication: Disco 45 Date: October 20, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full-page pin-up presents Marc Bolan in concert during one of the most successful periods of his career with T. Rex. The photog

This Evansville Press feature focuses on Marc Bolan’s response to critics who dismissed T. Rex’s success as little more than an appeal to school-age fans. Drawing on Bolan’s own comments, the article argues that younger listeners should not be underestimated and considers whether their enthusiasm could drive a new generation of pop music. Publication: Evansville Press Date: October 19, 1972 Country: United States Published under the headline “Is young rock revolt coming?”, th

An American newspaper profile explores the phenomenon of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, presenting Bolan as a thoughtful and elusive artist whose appeal extended far beyond glitter, fashion and chart success. Published during T. Rex's first major American breakthrough, the article introduces United States readers to one of Europe's most celebrated rock stars. Publication: Portland Press Herald Publication Date: October 19, 1972 Country: USA Event Date: October 1972 Written by David S

This Bravo feature puts a series of accusations and criticisms directly to Marc Bolan, giving the T. Rex star the opportunity to answer for himself. Under the headline “Hat Marc Bolan eine Macke?”, translated as “Is There Something Wrong With Marc Bolan?”, the article tackles claims about Bolan's image, sexuality, money and personality, with Bolan responding to each accusation in turn. Publication: Bravo Date: October 18, 1972 Country: Germany The feature introduces Marc Bola

This Evening Post feature, the second part of Leslie Nichols’ series, looks at Marc Bolan through the experiences of June Bolan. The article concentrates on what everyday life was like alongside one of Britain’s biggest pop stars, covering their marriage, the extraordinary attention surrounding Marc, the pressures created by fans and the practical side of life during the height of Bolanmania. Publication: Evening Post Date: October 18, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the h

This two-page Bravo feature focuses on Marc Bolan's clothes and distinctive visual presentation during the height of Bolanmania. Headlined “Marc Bolan: Meine Kleider”, translated as “Marc Bolan: My Clothes”, the feature uses a dramatic full-colour photograph of Bolan and Mickey Finn alongside a short commentary describing Bolan's fondness for glittering outfits, make-up and unusual footwear. Publication: Bravo Date: October 18, 1972 Country: Germany The two-page presentation

Published two days after the performance, this Press-Telegram review covers T. Rex at the Long Beach Auditorium alongside The Doobie Brothers. Pop-music critic Preston Reese challenges comparisons between Marc Bolan and The Beatles, but reports that T. Rex generated their own excitement before a full house. Publication: Press-Telegram Publication Date: October 17, 1972 Country: United States Event Date: October 15, 1972 Under the headline “But the Beatles they're not – T-Rex,

Bill Pollock reviews T. Rex following the sold-out Santa Monica Civic Auditorium concert, offering a sharply critical assessment of the music while acknowledging the spectacle surrounding Marc Bolan and contrasting T. Rex with The Doobie Brothers, who had opened the evening. Publication: Los Angeles Herald Examiner Publication Date: October 17, 1972 Country: United States Event Date: Santa Monica Civic Auditorium concert Under the headline “Marc Bolan: Sequins & Noise”, Bill

Joseph Bensoua reports on T. Rex’s Southern California appearances at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium and Long Beach Auditorium, contrasting the enthusiastic local response with the more apathetic reception encountered elsewhere on the group's American tour. The review concentrates on Marc Bolan’s performance, from the power of the opening numbers through an acoustic interlude and an extended closing rendition of “Bang A Gong.” Publication: South Bay Daily Breeze Date: October

Within a wider article examining the state of contemporary rock music and the emergence of new stars, The Los Angeles Times highlights T. Rex as one of the British acts attempting to generate excitement in the American market. The piece focuses on Marc Bolan's popularity, the band's ongoing U.S. tour and the challenges facing their American breakthrough. Publication: The Los Angeles Times Date: October 15, 1972 Country: United States Event Date: October 15, 1972 Written by Ro