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Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 31, 1970) Gollum's Cave, Golden Torch Club, Stoke-on-Trent UK
Newspaper advertisement for Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan & Mickey Finn) performing at Gollum’s Cave at the Golden Torch Club in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent. PUBLICATION: the Evening Sentinel Date: May 30, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Entertainment Advert Title: Gollum’s Cave Presents Tyrannosaurus Rex THE STORY Mushroom Promotions advertises the Sunday evening show at the Torch Club on Hose Street, Tunstall. The event runs from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. with ticket

1970
May 30, 19701 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (16 May 1970) Extravaganza 70 - NME Advert
A vibrant full-page advertisement from New Musical Express dated 16 May 1970, promoting the ambitious 8-day Extravaganza 70 music and fashion festival at Olympia, London SOURCE DETAILS Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: May 16, 1970 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full-Page Advertisement Title: Extravaganza 70 – 8 Day Music & Fashion Festival THE STORY This eye-catching NME advert announces “Extravaganza 70”, an ambitious week-long event (29 May – 6 June 19

1970
May 16, 19702 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 30, 1970) “Beard of Stars” Album Review – Greenock Telegraph
A fleeting Scottish review that quietly acknowledges the shift from mystical folk to the electric swagger that would soon define T. Rex.

1970
Mar 29, 19701 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 28, 1970) “Really We’re Just Pop” NME
Before the glitter, before the chart‑topping roar of T. Rex, there was a duo insisting — with quiet confidence — that they were “just pop.” In 1970, that simplicity was the most radical statement Marc Bolan could make

1970
Mar 27, 19702 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 14, 1970) “A Beard of Stars” Album Advertisement – Melody Maker
A sepia‑toned farewell to the acoustic era — and the first glimmer of the electric star Bolan was about to become

1970
Mar 13, 19701 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (13 March 1970) A Beard of Stars – Bucks Examiner “Discorner” Review
A glimpse into 1970’s local‑press skepticism — Bolan’s mystic poetry admired, his evolving sound misunderstood.

1970
Mar 12, 19702 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 13, 1970) A Beard of Stars Album (UK)
The final Tyrannosaurus Rex album — and the first spark of Bolan’s electric future.

1970
Mar 12, 19702 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 5, 1970) "Amusing poster outside of the Winter Gardens Pavilion" - Western Daily Press
A fleeting regional report that captures Bolan’s electric awakening — a new song, new equipment, and a glimpse into the anxieties of a young artist facing America in 1970.

1970
Mar 4, 19701 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (January 17, 1970) – “By The Light Of The Magical Moon” Advert & Review- Melody Maker
This Melody Maker advertisement promotes Tyrannosaurus Rex's single "By The Light Of The Magical Moon". Featuring a publicity photograph of Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrin Took, the advert supported the duo's first single release following the departure of Took's predecessor from the group and continued Tyrannosaurus Rex's association with Regal Zonophone. Publication: Melody Maker Date: January 17, 1970 Country: United Kingdom This small but eye-catching advertisement promotes

1970
Jan 16, 19705 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex (January 16, 1970) – By The Light Of A Magical Moon / Find A Little Wood Single UK: 7"
Released on January 16, 1970, By The Light Of A Magical Moon was the first Tyrannosaurus Rex single to feature Mickey Finn following the departure of Steve Peregrin Took. Issued on Regal Zonophone under catalogue number RZ 3025, the single marked the beginning of a new chapter in the group's history. Although the release failed to chart in the UK, it remains a significant recording in the Tyrannosaurus Rex catalogue, documenting the first officially released recordings featur

1970
Jan 16, 19704 min read
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