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T. Rex (August 19, 1973) – “Three Dog Night and T‑Rex Here Tonight” Feature – The Lincoln Star (Lincoln, Nebraska)
This Lincoln Star concert preview from August 19 1973 announces a joint performance by Three Dog Night and T. Rex at Pershing Auditorium. The article highlights Three Dog Night’s chart success with Shambala and introduces Marc Bolan’s British group T. Rex to local readers, describing Bolan as a “combination of stupefying voice and peacockery.” Publication: The Lincoln Star Date: 19 August 1973 Country: United States The preview promotes the evening’s concert, noting that Th

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Aug 19, 19732 min read


T. Rex (August 17 1973) – “Treble‑Trouble Speakers Rocket T. Rex Audience to Threshold of Pain” Feature – Everett Herald
This Everett Herald concert review from August 1973 captures T. Rex’s Seattle performance in vivid, critical detail. Written by Alva C. Roberts, it describes Marc Bolan’s glittering stage presence, deafening sound levels, and the chaotic energy that defined the band’s U.S. tour. Publication: Everett Herald Date: August 17 1973 Country: United States Under the headline “Treble‑Trouble Speakers Rocket T. Rex Audience to Threshold of Pain,” Roberts recounts the spectacle of B

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T. Rex (August 13 1973) – “Three Dog Night at Dillon Stadium” Concert Review – The Journal
This Journal review from August 1973 recounts a lively concert at Dillon Stadium featuring T. Rex and Three Dog Night. Written in a conversational tone, the piece captures the audience’s anticipation and excitement as Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock spectacle unfolded before the headliners took the stage. Publication: The Journal (Meriden, Connecticut) Date: August 13 1973 Country: United States Under the heading “Big Daddy Reviews – Rock Concert – Three Dog Night at Dillon Stadium,”

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Aug 13, 19732 min read


T. Rex (September 5, 1972) – “Academy of Music Concert Series Opens with T. Rex” Feature – Daily News
This Daily News article from September 1972 announces the reopening of New York’s Academy of Music as a major concert venue, with T. Rex headlining the inaugural show on September 14 alongside Argent and the Doobie Brothers. The piece highlights the revival of the city’s live‑music scene following the closure of the Fillmore East. Publication: Daily News Date: September 5 1972 Country: United States The article explains that since the Fillmore East closed, New York’s pop‑mu

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Sep 5, 19722 min read


T. Rex (September 5, 1972) –The Slider “Plasticware” Review – The Phoenix
This Phoenix review from September 5 1972, written by Tim Osburn, appears under the “Captive Audience – Phoenix Reviews” banner and offers a lively critique of T. Rex’s The Slider. The piece situates Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock sound within the broader early‑1970s rock landscape, comparing his style to contemporaries like Rod Stewart and Jimi Hendrix while celebrating Bolan’s unique mix of sensuality and pop mysticism. Publication: The Phoenix Date: September 5, 1972 Country: Un

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Sep 5, 19722 min read


Ringo Starr (September 5, 1972) "Keeping Out of Shape” Feature – The San Francisco Examiner
This San Francisco Examiner feature from September 5 1972, written by Roderick Mann, profiles Ringo Starr during his transition from musician to actor and film producer. The article highlights his latest project, Count Downe, and his reflections on post‑Beatles life, including his recent documentary work on Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Publication: The San Francisco Examiner Date: September 5, 1972 Country: United States Mann’s interview finds Ringo in London, relaxed yet introspec

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Sep 5, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (September 1, 1972) – “Star des Monats” Poster – Bravo Magazine (Germany)
This Bravo magazine calendar poster from September 1972 features Marc Bolan as the publication’s Star des Monats (“Star of the Month”). The striking close‑up portrait captures Bolan at the height of his glam‑rock fame, his face framed by dark curls and lit with warm, cinematic tones that emphasize his iconic mystique. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: September 1972 Country: Germany The poster presents Bolan in an intimate, almost hypnotic composition — his gaze direct, his

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Sep 1, 19722 min read


Marc Bolan (September 1, 1972) – “T. Rex et Who Arrivent” Cover – Rock & Folk (France)
This Rock & Folk issue from September 1972 (No. 68) spotlights Marc Bolan on its cover, with the headline “T. Rex et Who arrivent” (“T. Rex and Who arrive”). The French magazine presents Bolan as the face of the glam‑rock revolution, his portrait filling the frame with shimmering makeup and intense gaze — a visual emblem of early‑1970s rock style. Publication: Rock & Folk Date: September 1972 Country: France The cover photograph captures Bolan in close‑up, his skin glowing

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Sep 1, 19722 min read


T. Rex (August 27, 1972) – “The Slider” Album Review – The Houston Post (Houston, Texas)
This Houston Post review from 27 August 1972 offers a brief but balanced take on T. Rex’s album The Slider. Reviewer Janis Parks praises the musicianship and production while noting a “certain sameness” across the record, describing Marc Bolan’s voice as distinctive yet consistent from track to track. Publication: The Houston Post Date: 27 August 1972 Country: United States The review suggests that listeners should first approach Electric Warrior before delving into The Sli

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Aug 27, 19722 min read


T. Rex (August 26, 1972) – “T. Rex Maxi Single” Cover – New Musical Express
This New Musical Express front page from August 1972 announces the release of T. Rex’s upcoming three‑track maxi single, Children of the Revolution, alongside a striking photograph of Marc Bolan performing live. The bold design and headline reflect the band’s dominance in British rock and the anticipation surrounding their new material. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 26 1972 Country: United Kingdom The cover promotes T. Rex’s new single, scheduled for release

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