The June 17, 1976 edition of BBC’s Top of the Pops opened with T. Rex performing their hit “I Love To Boogie,” marking a high-energy start to the show. Event: BBC Television (Top of the Pops) Date: June 17, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Location: London THE STORY T. Rex opened the episode with a performance of “I Love To Boogie.” The full show featured a mix of mimed performances, music videos, and dance routines by Ruby Flipper, presented by Dave Lee Travis. Full Performanc

A wiped broadcast, but not a lost moment — “20th Century Boy” thundered through the BBC countdown, turning a simple chart rundown into a glam‑rock lightning strike.

On 30 August 1972, T. Rex, led by Marc Bolan, pre‑recorded their performance of “Children of the Revolution” at BBC Television Centre for upcoming Top of the Pops broadcasts. The session formed a key part of the promotional run‑up to the single’s release on 8 September 1972. The track appeared on three TOTP episodes that month: • 14 September — broadcast using the pre‑recorded studio performance • 21 September — the song played over the weekly chart rundown • 28 September — t

On June 24, 1972, a pre-recorded performance of T. Rex’s “Metal Guru” (filmed on May 10, 1972 for BBC Top of the Pops) was broadcast on Disco 72. Marc Bolan is seen wearing a striking blue flower design jacket from the London boutique Alkasura Publication / Source: BBC / Disco 72 Date: June 24, 1972 (broadcast date) Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY The performance features Marc Bolan in a vibrant blue floral 'Alkasura' jacket

Event: August 5, 1971 – Top of the Pops (Episode 396), BBC. A look at Britain’s best-selling discs, artists, and news from the Top 30. Including performances from Family, Diana Ross, and John Williams. Introduced by Ed Stewart. 40 minutes. Archive status: Wiped. Recorded the previous day (4 August 1971). Performances Featured • Dawn Feat. Tony Orlando – What Are You Doing Sunday (Played Over Charts, Chart #27) • Family – In My Own Time (Mimed, Chart #11) • Chicory Tip – Excus