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

“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

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.

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

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: Week ending January 22, 1972 “REXMANIA” Release Date: Week ending January 22, 1972 Label: NME Country: United Kingdom Feature celebrating the explosion of T. Rex popularity, marking the start of “T.Rextasy”. Large photo and article on Marc Bolan and T. Rex performing at the Boston Gliderdrome. The piece highlights the intense fan hysteria, the band’s growing success in America, and the

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: Week ending January 15, 1972 NME Poll Winners Release Date: Week ending January 15, 1972 Label: NME Country: United Kingdom Special poll results section celebrating the biggest winners of the year. T. Rex dominated the 1971 NME Readers Poll, winning the World Top Group title and displacing The Beatles. The article highlights their massive popularity surge during the glam rock explosion,

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: Week ending January 1, 1972 “T. REX TOP YEAR’S CHART” Release Date: Week ending January 1, 1972 Label: NME Country: United Kingdom Front page headline celebrating T. Rex’s dominant victory in the 1971 NME Points Championship. T. Rex scored a runaway win in the annual NME poll, amassing nearly 50 per cent more points than their nearest rivals. The article highlights their massive 1971 su

A detailed German-language feature exploring Marc Bolan’s journey from underground folk roots to glam rock superstardom, discussing his musical evolution, creative philosophy, and the cultural phenomenon of T. Rex. Publication: Pop Magazine Date: December 1971 Country: Germany Section: Cover Feature / Artist Profile THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Comprehensive profile of Marc Bolan tracing his path from childhood, early bands like John’s Children, and the formation of Tyra

This Liverpool Echo advertisement promotes a major T. Rex appearance at Liverpool Stadium during the height of the Electric Warrior breakthrough. Published almost three weeks before the event, the advert presents Marc Bolan and T. Rex under the banner “Electric Warrior”, reflecting the group's rapidly growing popularity and the emergence of Bolanmania across Britain. Publication: Liverpool Echo Date: October 22, 1971 Concert Date: November 11, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Pub

This Lincolnshire Echo advertisement promoted T. Rex's forthcoming appearance in Lincoln during the breakthrough Electric Warrior period. Published one month before the event, the advert presented Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, capitalising on the growing success of the group's landmark album and their rapidly expanding popularity across Britain. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 9, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This compact concert advertisement