The June 17, 1972 edition of the Northern Echo highlights T. Rex’s upcoming concert at City Hall in Newcastle, noting their dominance of the UK pop scene and positioning them as natural successors to The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Publication: Northern Echo Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Newcastle / North East England Section: Theatre / Music News THE STORY The article announces T. Rex’s forthcoming performance at Newcastle City Hall (next Saturday

The June 17, 1972 edition of the Daily Mirror reveals Marc Bolan’s early days as “Toby Tyler”, exploring his pre-fame life as a young performer before he became a glam rock superstar. Publication: Daily Mirror Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Entertainment News THE STORY The article uncovers Bolan’s past under the name Toby Tyler, including his time as a young model, dancer, and aspiring singer. It features quotes from old friends and phot

The June 17, 1972 edition of the Manchester Evening News features a lively review of T. Rex’s concert at Belle Vue the previous night, praising Marc Bolan’s performance and the band’s ability to excite a frenzied crowd of over 5,000 fans. Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Manchester Section: Music / Live Review THE STORY Reviewer David Clark describes Marc Bolan’s striking stage outfit (high-heeled sneakers, red pants,

Major two-page feature on Marc Bolan and T. Rex during the explosive early Ziggy Stardust / T. Rex breakthrough period, including live review coverage and in-depth commentary. PUBLICATION: Date: June 17, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature / Live Review (Pages 12–13) Title: BOLAN / Both Sides Of THE STORY The spread includes a large striking photo of Bolan performing, coverage of T. Rex’s concert at the Birmingham Odeon, and extensive discussion of Bolan’s r

News section page from the June 10, 1972 issue of Disc magazine covering the latest happenings in the UK rock scene, including updates on Marc Bolan, Deep Purple, The Who’s Tommy, and various upcoming gigs and releases. PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Title: DISC Section: News 2 (Edited by Mike Ledgerwood) Page: 3 THE STORY This packed news page features multiple short articles: Marc Bolan – News on a new T. Rex single and album plans. Deep Purple – A

In-depth interview with Marc Bolan by Mark Wesley for the NME/208 Radio Luxembourg special feature. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1972 (June10, 1972. Issue, Vol. 3 No. 3) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Special Feature / Interview (Pages 26–27) Title: The Bolan Interview THE STORY Mark Wesley interviews Marc Bolan about his songwriting, live performances, plans for the future, influences, and the rapid rise of T. Rex. The feature includes multiple photographs of Bolan per

One of T. Rex’s biggest hits during the peak of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became the band’s fourth and final UK No.1 single in 1972, showcasing Marc Bolan’s glam rock brilliance. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (EMI) Date: June 8, 1972 Catalogue: T. REX-9929 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Australia Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam Rock, Rock & Roll TRACK LIST Australia 7" Commercial Single (T. REX-9929) A-Side: “Metal Guru” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony V

Striking front cover of the German teen magazine BRAVO featuring Marc Bolan as a major star during the peak of T. Rexmania. PUBLICATION: Date: June 7, 1973 Country: Germany Section / Pages: Front Cover (Nr. 24) Title: Marc Bolan (T. Rex) THE STORY The vibrant cover shows Marc Bolan in a flamboyant blue patterned jacket, holding a guitar and smiling widely. It promotes various features including a warning about Neil Diamond, a photo love-story, and posters of Deep Purple and D

The June 3, 1972 edition of The Sacramento Bee features an in-depth article on T. Rex, examining their rapid rise, musical style, and growing popularity in America. Publication: The Sacramento Bee Date: June 3, 1972 Country: United States Location: Sacramento, California Section: Music Scene THE STORY The piece explores T. Rex’s background, Marc Bolan’s transformation from Tyrannosaurus Rex, their UK success, and their distinctive glam rock sound. It discusses upcoming relea

Feature on Mickey Finn, the charismatic bongo player and percussionist of the glam rock sensation T. Rex, in Germany’s biggest youth magazine Bravo. PUBLICATION: Date: June 2, 1972 Country: Germany Title: BRAVO Section: Feature / Photo Profile THE STORY The article profiles Mickey Finn, highlighting his striking appearance (170 cm tall, 72 kg, 25 years old), his rise from an unknown film extra earning 200 shillings per week in 1962 to a key member of T. Rex, who were then dom