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T. Rex (June 1, 1972) Ride a White Swan Album Review – Pop Magazine
The June 1972 edition of Pop Magazine features a glowing review of a T. Rex album (likely Electric Warrior), praising it as their best release so far and highlighting Marc Bolan’s songwriting and the band’s unique sound. Publication: Pop Magazine Date: June 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Album Review THE STORY The review discusses the album’s 15 tracks, all written by Marc Bolan, and notes its vitality compared to previous releases. It highlights the rhythmi

1972
May 31, 19722 min read


T. Rex (5 May 1972) “Metal Guru”/“Lady”/ “Thunderwing” – Single 7" UK
“Metal Guru” marks the absolute apex of T. Rextasy, arriving at a moment when Marc Bolan was not just a pop star but a cultural phenomenon. Issued on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, the single became the group’s fourth and final UK No.1, completing a run of dominance unmatched by any other glam-era act. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex Wax Co. (EMI) Date: 5 May 1972 Catalogue: MARC 1 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Metal Guru” B-Side: “Lady” /

1972
May 4, 19726 min read


T. Rex (February 27, 1972) “T. Rex in Concert” Carnegie Hall Poster – Advertisement
A heavily promoted, highly anticipated T. Rex concert at Carnegie Hall becomes one of the most debated glam‑rock moments of 1972, drawing both ecstatic fans and a sharply critical New York Times review.

1972
Feb 27, 19721 min read


T. Rex (January 1, 1972) – His Greatest Hits Album GER: LP
His Greatest Hits was a compilation album released in Germany by Luxor-Gold in 1972, with the exact date unknown. Issued as a budget-priced compilation, the album focused on recordings from T. Rex's breakthrough commercial period and combined major hit singles with key album tracks. The collection provided an overview of Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the point where the band had established itself as one of the leading acts of the glam rock era. The album concentrated heavily on m

1972
Jan 1, 19723 min read


T. Rex (November 11, 1971) – Liverpool Stadium Concert Advert - Liverpool Echo (October 22, 1971)
This Liverpool Echo advertisement promotes a major T. Rex appearance at Liverpool Stadium during the height of the Electric Warrior breakthrough. Published almost three weeks before the event, the advert presents Marc Bolan and T. Rex under the banner “Electric Warrior”, reflecting the group's rapidly growing popularity and the emergence of Bolanmania across Britain. Publication: Liverpool Echo Date: October 22, 1971 Concert Date: November 11, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Pub

1971
Nov 11, 19712 min read


T. Rex – (November 11, 1971) Electric Warrior Tour Liverpool Printing Error: Poster
MEMORABILIA TYPE: Original Tour Poster ARTIST: T. Rex / Marc Bolan DATE: 1971 ITEM: Electric Warrior Tour Liverpool Poster SIZE: 93 cm x 77 cm This original T. Rex concert poster advertises an appearance at The Stadium, Liverpool, on Thursday 11 November 1971. The striking design uses a predominantly black background with vivid green printing, centred around a large performance photograph and bold T. Rex lettering. The poster is notable for a printing error. According to the

1971
Nov 11, 19712 min read


T. Rex (November 9, 1971) – Lincoln Concert Advert - Lincolnshire Echo
This Lincolnshire Echo advertisement promoted T. Rex's forthcoming appearance in Lincoln during the breakthrough Electric Warrior period. Published one month before the event, the advert presented Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, capitalising on the growing success of the group's landmark album and their rapidly expanding popularity across Britain. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 9, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This compact concert advertisement

1971
Nov 9, 19712 min read


T. Rex (November 9, 1971) – Lincoln Concert Preview & “Electric Warrior” Album Review - Lincolnshire Echo (October 26, 1971)
This Lincolnshire Echo review combines praise for T. Rex's rapidly rising album Electric Warrior with advance promotion for the group's forthcoming Lincoln appearance. Published two weeks before the concert, the article highlights Marc Bolan's songwriting, the album's chart success and the growing popularity of T. Rex during one of the most important periods in their career. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 26, 1971 Concert Date: November 9, 1971 Country: United K

1971
Nov 9, 19713 min read


T. Rex (November 9, 1971) – Lincoln Concert Advert - Lincolnshire Echo (October 16, 1971)
This Lincolnshire Echo advertisement promoted T. Rex's forthcoming appearance in Lincoln during the breakthrough Electric Warrior era. Published just over three weeks before the event, the advert presented Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, reinforcing the band's growing reputation as one of Britain's leading live attractions. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 16, 1971 Concert Date: November 9, 1971 Country: United Kingdom This advertisement announce

1971
Nov 9, 19712 min read


T. Rex (November 9, 1971) – Lincoln Concert Advert - Lincolnshire Echo (October 23, 1971)
This Lincolnshire Echo advertisement continued the promotion of T. Rex's forthcoming Lincoln appearance during the height of the Electric Warrior era. Published just over two weeks before the concert, the advert once again billed Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the “Electric Warriors”, reflecting the group's growing status as one of Britain's premier live attractions. Publication: Lincolnshire Echo Date: October 23, 1971 Concert Date: November 9, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Publish

1971
Nov 9, 19712 min read
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