T. Rex (December 29, 1973) “International Male Singer Poll” Record Mirror – Poll Supplement

The December 29, 1973 edition of Record Mirror Poll Supplement ranks Marc Bolan as the No. 3 International Male Singer of the year, behind only Elvis Presley and David Bowie.

Publication: Record Mirror Date: December 29, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Poll Supplement

THE STORY The supplement presents the results of the annual readers’ poll for International Male Singer. Marc Bolan received 137 points, placing him third. The feature includes a large portrait of Bolan alongside other top artists such as Elvis Presley (1st), David Bowie (2nd), Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, and more.

CONTEXT AND NOTES This end-of-year poll reflects Marc Bolan’s massive popularity in 1973, even as the absolute peak of T. Rextasy had been in 1972. Placing third internationally behind Elvis and Bowie was a strong achievement and testament to his continued status as a major glam rock star.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Annual readers’ poll results Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock peak) Tone: Celebratory, competitive Photography: Black & white portraits of top artists including Marc Bolan

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Main headline “INTERNATIONAL MALE SINGER”

• Large portrait of Marc Bolan with ranking (3) and 137 points

• Full top 10 list with other stars (Elvis Presley #1, David Bowie #2, etc.)

• Additional artist photos and poll layout

RELATED MATERIAL

• October 27, 1973 Disc “Great Hits” advertisement

• November 17, 1973 Melody Maker “Truck On (Tyke)” single advert

• November 24, 1973 Music Star “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!” cover

• December 22, 1973 Melody Maker “Truck Off” tour advertisement

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SOURCES

• Record Mirror Poll Supplement, December 29, 1973

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