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T. Rex (September 28, 1973) – “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” Live Performance - The Midnight Special

This episode of The Midnight Special featured T. Rex performing both "Hot Love" and "Bang A Gong (Get It On)" for American television audiences. Hosted by Seals & Crofts, the programme showcased a diverse range of artists, with Marc Bolan and T. Rex delivering one of the night's most memorable rock performances. The Midnight Special (NBC Television) Date: September 28, 1973 Country: United States T. Rex appeared as special guests on Season 2, Episode 3 of The Midnight Special

I Need TV: When I've Got T. Rex

1973

Sep 27, 19732 min read

T. Rex (September 28, 1973) – “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” Live Performance - The Midnight Special

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Bolan's Vault: Rarities & Unreleased Enter the archive's hidden corners to discover acetates, test pressings, demos, alternate mixes, unreleased recordings, and rare audio treasures. .

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Ride A White Swan: Covers & Tributes A celebration of Marc's influence through cover versions, tribute albums, tribute concerts.

Marc's Bookshelf: Written In Stardom Books, biographies, annuals, tour programmes, sheet music, publications.

The Bolan Timeline:

1965-1966: A Wizard In Waiting The formative years. From London's cultural scene to early performances, recordings, photographs, and modelling work.

1967: A Midsummer Night's Scene Marc's journey through the vibrant London underground.

1968: The Stars Start To Shine The rise of Tyrannosaurus Rex. A year of growing recognition, significant recordings, performances, and creative breakthroughs.

1969: The Warlock Warlord The mystical peak of Tyrannosaurus Rex. Marc's imagination, lyricism, and stage presence establish him as one of Britain's most distinctive performers.

1970: The Birth Of T. Rex A pivotal year of transformation as Tyrannosaurus Rex evolved into T. Rex.

T. Rex (September 28, 1973) – “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” Live Performance - The Midnight Special

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Main Archive Categories:

Marc In Time: On This Day: Discover what happened on this day in the world of Marc Bolan and T. Rex.

Bang A Gong: New Additions The latest additions to the archive. Newly discovered photographs, rare memorabilia.

The Time Is Now: News & Updates Follow the latest stories, releases, projects, discoveries, events, and celebrations keeping the legacy of Marc Bolan and T. Rex alive today.

There Was A Time: Marc's Scrapbook Explore a rich archive of newspapers, magazines, music papers, fan publications, and rare printed material.

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The Marc Bolan Achieve is dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and exploring the life, music, influence, and legacy of Marc Bolan and T. Rex through one of the most comprehensive archives devoted to the Electric Warrior and his world. 🦢✨​​​

SpeciallCollections:

Hang-Ups: Pictures Of Purple People Explore the visual legacy of Marc Bolan through photographs, album covers, publicity shots, press cuttings.

Memorabilia: Electric Echoes Explore a treasure trove of Marc Bolan and T. Rex memorabilia, featuring rare autographs, concert programmes.

Bolan's Vault: Rarities & Unreleased Enter the archive's hidden corners to discover acetates, test pressings, demos, alternate mixes, unreleased recordings, and rare audio treasures. .

The Revolutionaries: Rex Friends The people, musicians, producers, managers, photographers,.

Ride A White Swan: Covers & Tributes A celebration of Marc's influence through cover versions, tribute albums, tribute concerts.

Marc's Bookshelf: Written In Stardom Books, biographies, annuals, tour programmes, sheet music, publications.

The Bolan Timeline:

1965-1966: A Wizard In Waiting The formative years. From London's cultural scene to early performances, recordings, photographs, and modelling work.

1967: A Midsummer Night's Scene Marc's journey through the vibrant London underground.

1968: The Stars Start To Shine The rise of Tyrannosaurus Rex. A year of growing recognition, significant recordings, performances, and creative breakthroughs.

1969: The Warlock Warlord The mystical peak of Tyrannosaurus Rex. Marc's imagination, lyricism, and stage presence establish him as one of Britain's most distinctive performers.

1970: The Birth Of T. Rex A pivotal year of transformation as Tyrannosaurus Rex evolved into T. Rex.​

The Marc Bolan Achieve is dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and exploring the life, music, influence, and legacy of Marc Bolan and T. Rex through one of the most comprehensive archives devoted to the Electric Warrior and his world. 🦢✨

1970: The Birth Of T. Rex A pivotal year of transformation as Tyrannosaurus Rex evolved into T. Rex.