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Marc Bolan / T. Rex (November 3, 1972) – “Pop Idol Marc Turns His Back On The Rectory” Feature - Western Daily Press
This Western Daily Press report reveals that Marc Bolan might never move into the ten-bedroom former rectory he had recently purchased near Ross-on-Wye. Although local residents had been preparing for the arrival of Bolan, T. Rex and an expected stream of fans, the property was reportedly bought purely as an investment and Bolan had not even decided whether to visit it. Publication: Western Daily Press and Times and Mirror Date: November 3, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Publis

1972
Nov 3, 19723 min read


Marc Bolan (October 14, 1972) – “£67,000 Hideaway For Pop Idol Bolan” News Feature – Western Daily Press.
As Bolanmania continued to sweep Britain, the Western Daily Press reported that Marc Bolan had purchased a substantial country property in Herefordshire. The article captures the period when T. Rex's success had elevated Bolan from underground performer to one of Britain's most recognisable pop stars. Publication: Western Daily Press and Times and Mirror Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Event Date: October 1972 Written by Neill Graham, this news repo

1972
Oct 13, 19722 min read


T. Rex (June 23, 1972) “Pop idol sues” Western Daily Press
The June 23, 1972 edition of the Western Daily Press reports that Marc Bolan of T. Rex is taking legal action in the High Court against two record companies to stop them releasing 20 songs he recorded in 1966 and early 1968. Publication: Western Daily Press Date: June 23, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: Bristol / South West England Section: News / Entertainment THE STORY Marc Bolan, 24-year-old leader of T. Rex, has issued a writ against Track Records and Polydor Ltd.

1972
Jun 22, 19722 min read
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