T. Rex (December 19, 1970) "The Last of the Great Underground Groups" - New Musical Express

New Musical Express feature examining T. Rex’s transition from underground cult favourites to mainstream chart contenders following the success of “Ride a White Swan”.

Publication: 

New Musical Express

Date: 

December 19, 1970

Country: United Kingdom

Section: 

Feature / Interview

THE STORY	WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Marc Bolan reflects on T. Rex’s rapid rise, the shift from underground credibility to pop success, and the changing music scene. The article questions whether T. Rex represents the last great underground band to break into the mainstream, with Bolan discussing fame, audience reactions, and the band’s evolving electric sound.	• Large headline: “The Last of the Great Underground Groups” • Photo of Marc Bolan • In-depth interview by Nick Logan • Discussion of the underground scene and T. Rex’s transition

CONTEXT AND NOTES	RELATED MATERIAL
This December 1970 NME piece perfectly captures T. Rex at the crossroads — the moment they left the underground behind and began their journey to becoming one of the biggest bands of the glam era.	T. Rex (November 22, 1970) "Die Zwei im Schatten der T.Rex" - BRAVO T. Rex (October 29, 1970) "T.REX IN CONCERT - For Rex Friends" - Melody Maker T. Rex (December 26, 1970) "T. Rex: stimulating stuff" - Sounds For more similar posts, check out the tags at the bottom of the page.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS	SOURCES
Event: Major artist feature interview Era: 1970 (Underground to mainstream crossover) Tone: Reflective, analytical Photography: Portrait of Marc Bolan	• New Musical Express, December 19, 1970

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