Fun, light-hearted feature asking Marc Bolan what turns him on and off, including his personal tastes, dislikes, and a poem written by Bolan himself. PUBLICATION: Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Feature Title: WHAT MOVES MARC? THE STORY The article explores Marc Bolan’s likes (movies, cartoons, Rod Steiger, learning, Magpie) and dislikes (inconsiderate people, telephones). It also includes a special poem written by Bolan titled “A Poem From Marc T

The June 16, 1973 edition of Disc music paper features Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “Groovin’ with Mr Bo,” announcing his return to performing after a three-month rest. Publication: Disc Date: June 16, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover / Main Feature THE STORY The striking cover shows Marc Bolan on stage with guitar and microphone, highlighting his comeback after a break. Additional cover stories include Suzi Quatro / David Bowie

The June 15, 1973 edition of the Calgary Herald reviews T. Rex’s album Tanx (Reprise MS 2132), praising the band’s unique blend of rock and theatre while offering a mixed assessment of Marc Bolan’s songwriting and performance. Publication: Calgary Herald Date: June 15, 1973 Country: Canada Location: Calgary, Alberta Section: Music Review THE STORY The reviewer notes T. Rex’s theatrical approach to rock, with Marc Bolan as the central figure writing and singing most material.

T. Rex (June 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine Publication: Circus Magazine Date: June 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Full-Page Advertisement THE STORY The advert shows Marc Bolan in a white jacket kneeling with a large model tank, captioned “T.REX TANK”, and promotes the album on Reprise Records and Tapes (noting the poster was included with the album). CONTEXT AND NOTES This eye-catching advert appeared during the Tanx promotional cam

"The Groover" is a high-energy glam rock single that marked the end of T. Rex’s unbroken run of UK Top 10 hits. Released as a standalone non-album single on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, it reached No.4 in the UK — still a strong success but signalling the beginning of a commercial softening as newer glam acts like Slade and David Bowie dominated the charts. It remains a fan favourite for its crunching riff and infectious groove. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label:

The April 25, 1973 edition of The Evening News and Star features a cinema advertisement for the film Born to Boogie starring Marc Bolan & T. Rex with Ringo Starr, promoting upcoming screenings and a free full-colour Marc Bolan poster. Publication: The Evening News and Star Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: Carlisle / UK Section: Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert announces Born to Boogie is now showing at the ABC Cinema in Carlisle with specific sc

The April 25, 1973 edition of The State Journal (Michigan) features a cinema advertisement for the film Stamping Ground, highlighting T. Rex’s performance at the 1970 Holland Festival of Music alongside a stellar lineup of artists. Publication: The State Journal Date: April 25, 1973 Country: United States Location: Lansing, Michigan Section: Entertainment / Cinema Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes the film Stamping Ground (documenting the 1970 Holland Pop Festival)

The piece captures a moment when producers were becoming as culturally influential as the artists they shaped, with Visconti positioned as a quiet architect behind some of the era’s most defining sounds.

The July 1973 issue of Creem magazine features Janis Schacht’s in-depth article “The Bowie-Bolan Battle,” exploring the rivalry and complicated relationship between Marc Bolan and David Bowie. Publication: Creem Magazine Date: July 1973 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Music Feature THE STORY The article details the early friendship between Bolan and Bowie, their diverging careers, public jabs (Bolan calling Bowie a “lame brain” and Bowie retorting that Bolan is

The March 1973 edition of New Musical Express (NME) includes a nostalgic publicity photo of a young Marc Bolan, highlighting his early days and upcoming appearance in the film Born to Boogie. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: March 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Photo Feature / All Time Greats THE STORY The piece presents a classic black & white portrait of Marc Bolan from his pre-fame days, noting his time as a tank-driver and an 18-month “