T. Rex (March 20, 1971) "Rex Drops Date in 'Overcharging' Row" - New Musical Express

New Musical Express report on T. Rex cancelling a Sheffield Fiesta show after Marc Bolan objected to inflated admission prices, highlighting the band’s commitment to affordable concerts for fans.

Publication: New Musical Express Date: Week Ending March 20, 1971

Country: United Kingdom Section: News / Touring Report

THE STORY	WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
T. Rex pulled out of a Sheffield Fiesta performance after discovering the venue’s admission charges were too high. Publicist B.P. Fallon confirmed that Marc Bolan found the prices ridiculous and refused to play, reinforcing the band’s policy of enforcing maximum ticket prices in all contracts. The article notes this follows a successful cut-price UK tour, with another planned for May.	• Headline: “REX DROPS DATE IN ‘OVERCHARGING’ ROW” • Detailed news report on the Sheffield cancellation • Statements from publicist B.P. Fallon • Context on the band’s low-price philosophy

CONTEXT AND NOTES	RELATED MATERIAL
This March 1971 NME report highlights Marc Bolan’s principled stance on ticket pricing during T. Rex’s rapid rise. As the band’s popularity surged, Bolan actively fought against exploitative pricing, aiming to keep shows accessible to young fans — a defining aspect of early T. Rextasy.	For more similar posts, check out the tags at the bottom of the page.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS	SOURCES
Event: Touring news / Cancellation report Era: 1971 (Glam breakthrough / T. Rextasy) Tone: Principled, supportive of the band Photography: N/A	• New Musical Express, Week Ending March 20, 1971

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