T. Rex (February 17, 1973) “Our Best to Date Says Bolan” Disc Music Paper

The February 17, 1973 edition of Disc features Marc Bolan declaring the band’s new single and upcoming album as their best to date, while discussing the current line-up and future plans.

Publication: Disc

Date: February 17, 1973 Country: United Kingdom

Location: London

Section: News / Feature

THE STORY

Marc Bolan talks about the new T. Rex single (with a group of girl singers) and the forthcoming album, describing them as the band’s strongest work yet. The article also mentions other news including Peter Noone teaming with Hermits & Gerry with Pacemakers.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

This feature appears during T. Rex’s continued dominance in the UK charts in early 1973. Bolan’s confident statements reflect the band’s creative momentum following their massive success in 1971–1972.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Band news and statements Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock peak) Tone: Optimistic, promotional Photography: Text-based article (no photo in clipping)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “Our Best to Date Says Bolan”

• Marc Bolan’s comments on the new single and album

• Details about the current line-up and recent recordings

• Additional short news items including “Moone back with Hermits & Gerry with Pacemakers”

RELATED MATERIAL 

This February 17, 1973 Disc feature connects with other early 1973 T. Rex coverage including the January 6 Record Mirror New Year predictions • the January 20 Popswop cover

• the February 1 Circus Magazine interview

• the February 10 NME tour announcement

• and the March 13 Bravo fan photo.

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• Disc, February 17, 1973

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