This full-page advertisement celebrates the success of T. Rex's hit single "Children Of The Revolution". Published in New Musical Express, the advert thanks fans for helping Marc Bolan and T. Rex achieve their seventh Silver Disc, marking another milestone during the height of Bolanmania. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: October 21, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This striking full-page advertisement was placed to celebrate the commercial success of "Children Of The

This issue of Disco 45 featured a full-page black-and-white pin-up of Marc Bolan. Captured during the height of Bolanmania, the photograph presents the T. Rex frontperson in a live performance setting and was intended as a collectible fan image rather than an editorial feature. Publication: Disco 45 Date: October 20, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This full-page pin-up presents Marc Bolan in concert during one of the most successful periods of his career with T. Rex. The photog

This Evansville Press feature focuses on Marc Bolan’s response to critics who dismissed T. Rex’s success as little more than an appeal to school-age fans. Drawing on Bolan’s own comments, the article argues that younger listeners should not be underestimated and considers whether their enthusiasm could drive a new generation of pop music. Publication: Evansville Press Date: October 19, 1972 Country: United States Published under the headline “Is young rock revolt coming?”, th

An American newspaper profile explores the phenomenon of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, presenting Bolan as a thoughtful and elusive artist whose appeal extended far beyond glitter, fashion and chart success. Published during T. Rex's first major American breakthrough, the article introduces United States readers to one of Europe's most celebrated rock stars. Publication: Portland Press Herald Publication Date: October 19, 1972 Country: USA Event Date: October 1972 Written by David S

Publication: Date: 1972 Country: United Kingdom Item: Original photo poster Size: 77 × 55 cm MEMORABILIA An original T. Rex / Marc Bolan poster dating from 1972, featuring a photograph credited to Tony Russell. The large colour poster features a live performance image, with the performer holding a guitar and raising one arm above their head. The Tony Russell photo credit is printed along the lower edge of the poster. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts

This Bravo feature puts a series of accusations and criticisms directly to Marc Bolan, giving the T. Rex star the opportunity to answer for himself. Under the headline “Hat Marc Bolan eine Macke?”, translated as “Is There Something Wrong With Marc Bolan?”, the article tackles claims about Bolan's image, sexuality, money and personality, with Bolan responding to each accusation in turn. Publication: Bravo Date: October 18, 1972 Country: Germany The feature introduces Marc Bola

This Evening Post feature, the second part of Leslie Nichols’ series, looks at Marc Bolan through the experiences of June Bolan. The article concentrates on what everyday life was like alongside one of Britain’s biggest pop stars, covering their marriage, the extraordinary attention surrounding Marc, the pressures created by fans and the practical side of life during the height of Bolanmania. Publication: Evening Post Date: October 18, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Under the h

This two-page Bravo feature focuses on Marc Bolan's clothes and distinctive visual presentation during the height of Bolanmania. Headlined “Marc Bolan: Meine Kleider”, translated as “Marc Bolan: My Clothes”, the feature uses a dramatic full-colour photograph of Bolan and Mickey Finn alongside a short commentary describing Bolan's fondness for glittering outfits, make-up and unusual footwear. Publication: Bravo Date: October 18, 1972 Country: Germany The two-page presentation

Publication: Splash Posters Date: Circa early 1970s Country: Item: Original vintage portrait poster Size: 73 × 59 cm An original vintage T. Rex / Marc Bolan portrait poster dating from circa the early 1970s and produced by Splash Posters. The large-format poster features a close-up colour portrait against a plain background, with the Splash Posters identification visible along the lower edge. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry

Published two days after the performance, this Press-Telegram review covers T. Rex at the Long Beach Auditorium alongside The Doobie Brothers. Pop-music critic Preston Reese challenges comparisons between Marc Bolan and The Beatles, but reports that T. Rex generated their own excitement before a full house. Publication: Press-Telegram Publication Date: October 17, 1972 Country: United States Event Date: October 15, 1972 Under the headline “But the Beatles they're not – T-Rex,