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Marc Bolan / T. Rex (March 26, 1977) “Marc Was A Hit With The Fans” Concert Review – Norwich Evening News
The March 28, 1977 edition of the Norwich Evening News reviews T. Rex’s concert at West Runton Pavilion, praising Marc Bolan’s performance and the enthusiastic crowd reaction. Publication: Norwich Evening News Date: March 28, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Location: Norwich / West Runton Section: Music Review THE STORY Marc Bolan and his new T. Rex lineup delivered a strong show at West Runton Pavilion. The set included old favourites like “Jeepster”, “Deborah”, “I Love To Boo

T.Rex
Mar 26, 19771 min read


T. Rex (March 19, 1977) “900 crowd for Bolan and T. Rex” Concert Review – North Norfolk News
The March 25, 1977 edition of the North Norfolk News reports that Marc Bolan and T. Rex drew a crowd of 900 fans to West Runton Pavilion on Saturday night, delivering a strong performance alongside support act The Damned. Publication: North Norfolk News (The Norfolk Chronicle and Journal) Date: March 25, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Location: West Runton, Norfolk Section: Music / Concert Review THE STORY The review notes the enthusiastic reception for Pat Travers and the Doct

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Mar 19, 19771 min read


Marc Bolan / T. Rex (March 18, 1977) West Runton Pavilion Concert Advertisement
A promotional advertisement published on March 18, 1977 for Marc Bolan and T. Rex performing at West Runton Pavilion the following day (Saturday, March 19, 1977), with The Damned as special guests. Publication / Source: Concert Advertisement Date: Published March 18, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Location: West Runton, Norfolk Section: Concert Promotion THE STORY The advert promotes Marc Bolan and T. Rex live at West Runton Pavilion, with The Damned supporting. Tickets were £1

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Mar 18, 19771 min read


Marc Bolan / T. Rex (August 8, 1975) “Another ‘White swan’ needed by Marc?” Great Yarmouth Mercury
Publication: Great Yarmouth Mercury (The Yarmouth Mercury, Gorleston Herald and North Norfolk Advertiser) Date: Friday, August 8, 1975 Article Context & Main Highlights “Another ‘White swan’ needed by Marc?” Concert review of Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s recent appearance at Tiffany’s in Great Yarmouth. Key Content The reviewer notes a significant drop in audience numbers compared to two years earlier when T. Rex would have sold out the venue. Bolan, who had spent time in America

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Aug 8, 19751 min read


Marc Bolan (July 11, 1975) "I'm Right for the Top" – Manchester Evening News
Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: Friday, July 11 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Pop Feature Title: I’m Right for the Top, Says Marc Author: Tony Jasper This mid‑1975 feature finds Marc Bolan speaking candidly about his return to Britain after a self‑imposed exile in Monte Carlo. Interviewed by Tony Jasper, Bolan insists he is “right for the time” and ready to reclaim his place at the top of the British pop scene. He dismisses rumours of decline, decla

T.Rex
Jul 11, 19751 min read


T.Rex (July 5, 1975) – “Bolan’s Back on the Road” – Sounds
This Sounds news piece from July 1975 announces Marc Bolan’s long‑awaited return to live performance in Britain after a two‑year break. The article highlights his new band lineup and upcoming tour dates, marking a fresh chapter for the T. Rex frontman as he re‑enters the mid‑1970s rock scene. Publication: Sounds Date: July 5 1975 Country: United Kingdom THE STORY The article reports that Bolan will resume live gigs with a new band and stage show, beginning with concerts a

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Jul 5, 19751 min read


T.Rex (June 21, 1975) “New York City” Single Advertisement – NME (UK)
Striking full-page promotional advertisement for Marc Bolan’s single “New York City”, featuring a bold and eccentric image of a model holding a frog. PUBLICATION: Date: June 21, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Single Advertisement (Page 21) Title: Have you ever seen a girl in ‘New York City’ with a frog in her hand? THE STORY The surreal advert shows Gloria Jones in a striking outfit holding a large frog, promoting Marc Bolan’s latest single “New York City” (c

T.Rex
Jun 21, 19752 min read


T. Rex (May 23, 1975) Now Marc is spilling the beans about Mickey - Bravo Magazine
A two-page feature from the German teen magazine Bravo dated May 23, 1975, in which Marc Bolan discusses his long-time collaborator Mickey Finn. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: May 23, 1975 Country: Germany Section / Pages: Two-page feature THE STORY In this candid interview, Marc Bolan opens up about his relationship with Mickey Finn, his long-serving percussionist and T. Rex bandmate. The article explores their friendship, working dynamic, and Finn’s role i

T.Rex
May 23, 19751 min read


Marc Bolan (August 15, 1974) “Early Bolan” Album Feature – The Courier
The August 15, 1974 edition of The Courier features “Early Bolan”, a new compilation album showcasing Marc Bolan’s pre-T. Rex material from his days with John’s Children and Tyrannosaurus Rex. Publication: The Courier Date: August 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Music Review / Album Feature THE STORY The article reviews the album Beginning of Doves (Track Select 2410 201), which collects early Marc Bolan recordings. It notes that while Bolan is now bus

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Aug 15, 19741 min read


Marc Bolan (July 29, 1974) “Bolan L.P.” Album Review – Norwich Evening News
The July 29, 1974 edition of the Norwich Evening News reviews the album Beginning of Doves, a collection of early Marc Bolan tracks from his pre-T. Rex days. Publication: Norwich Evening News Date: July 29, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: Norwich Section: Music Review THE STORY Reviewer Colin Cross praises the album, noting that while most people now know Marc Bolan as the leader of T. Rex, this LP showcases his earlier work when he was much better than he is now. He

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Jul 29, 19741 min read
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