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T. Rex (October 25, 1971) – “Get It On” No. 2 - Bravo Musicbox
This Bravo Musicbox chart page captures T. Rex maintaining a major presence in Germany during October 1971. “Get It On” is placed at No. 2, immediately behind Sweet’s “Co-Co”, while the accompanying photograph features Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn during the breakthrough Electric Warrior period. Publication: Bravo Date: October 25, 1971 Country: Germany THE STORY The Bravo Musicbox presents the magazine’s weekly selection of 20 current hits, accompanied by artist photographs an

1971
Oct 24, 19713 min read


T. Rex (October 23, 1971) – “Marc Bolan” Feature & Free Colour Poster - Sounds
This October 23, 1971 issue of Sounds gives Marc Bolan particularly prominent coverage during the extraordinary rise of T. Rex. A free full-colour concert poster was advertised across the top of the front page, while an extensive interior feature examined Bolan’s increasing fame, his attitude towards success, his relationship with audiences and the pressures accompanying his new position as one of Britain’s biggest rock stars. Publication: Sounds Date: October 23, 1971 Countr

1971
Oct 22, 19714 min read


T. Rex (October 16, 1971) – “During Tour” News Feature – Evening Despatch.
As Electric Warrior surged up the album charts, Marc Bolan spoke about recording in America, developing a new sound, and preparing both a forthcoming single and a new album. Published during the breakthrough months of Bolanmania, the feature captured T. Rex at a moment of extraordinary momentum. Publication: Evening Despatch Publication Date: October 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1971 Appearing in Bob Eborall's music column, this feature finds Marc Bola

1971
Oct 15, 19712 min read


T. Rex (October 16, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Album Review – Southern Daily Echo.
A sharply critical review of T. Rex's breakthrough album Electric Warrior, published at the height of Bolanmania. While the record was rapidly becoming one of the defining albums of 1971, the reviewer remained unconvinced, arguing that Marc Bolan's formula had become repetitive despite the group's growing commercial success. Publication: Southern Daily Echo Publication Date: October 16, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1971 This brief review examines T. Rex's

1971
Oct 15, 19712 min read


Marc Bolan & T. Rex (October 15, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Review – Bucks Examiner.
In his regular Discorner column, Graham Howard reviews T. Rex's newly released Electric Warrior, defending Marc Bolan against criticism from former fans while praising the group's evolving sound, Tony Visconti's production, and the growing strength of Bolan's songwriting. Publication: Bucks Examiner Date: October 15, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Writing in the Discorner column, Graham Howard addresses criticism aimed at Marc Bolan and T. Rex from fans who felt the band had mo

1971
Oct 14, 19712 min read


T. Rex (October 15, 1971) – “On The Pop Scene” News Feature – North Western Evening Mail.
Marc Bolan discusses T. Rex's remarkable rise following the success of Get It On, revealing plans for a new single, a forthcoming album and an extensive British tour. Published during the height of the band's breakthrough year, the article captures Bolan looking ahead to the next phase of T. Rex's career. Publication: North Western Evening Mail Publication Date: October 15, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1971 Appearing within Bob Eborall's regular “On The Po

1971
Oct 14, 19712 min read


T. Rex (October 12, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Album Review - Lincolnshire Echo
This short Lincolnshire Echo review praises Electric Warrior as a highly enjoyable album and highlights the way T. Rex successfully combined their original ideas with a more commercial sound. The reviewer argues that Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn had managed to broaden their appeal without losing their identity Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 12, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Appearing in the newspaper's “Disc Data” column, the review examines T. Rex's Fly Records re

1971
Oct 11, 19712 min read


T. Rex (October 7, 1971) – “T. Rex On The Stage” Concert Advert – The Northern Echo.(November 4)
A small but striking newspaper advertisement announcing T. Rex’s forthcoming appearance at Stockton’s ABC Theatre, reflecting the band's rapid rise during the height of the early Bolanmania period. Publication: The Northern Echo (3 AM Edition) Date: Thursday, October 7, 1971 Country: England This concert advertisement promotes an upcoming T. Rex performance scheduled for Thursday, November 4 at the ABC Theatre, Stockton. The notice states that the show will begin at 8 p.m., w

1971
Oct 6, 19711 min read


T. Rex (October 5, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Album Review - Daily Mirror
This short but colourful Daily Mirror review captures the excitement surrounding T. Rex at the height of their breakthrough success. The reviewer contrasts the group's origins in the underground scene with their emergence as Britain's latest teenage sensation, while enthusiastically praising Marc Bolan and Electric Warrior. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: October 5, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Appearing in the newspaper's record review section, the piece examines T. Rex's la

1971
Oct 4, 19712 min read


T. Rex (September 25, 1971) – “Electric Warrior” Album Review - Evening Post
This concise Evening Post review assesses T. Rex's newly released Electric Warrior album and identifies Marc Bolan's voice as its defining feature. Reviewer James Belsey praises the variety of material on the record, highlighting its movement from fairy-tale imagery to hard rock while concluding that the music is performed with conviction throughout. Publication: Evening Post Date: September 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Appearing within James Belsey's “Pops” column, the r

1971
Sep 24, 19712 min read
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