T. Rex (April 29, 1972) New Musical Express Cover – "T. REX – Lincoln Festival"

New Musical Express front page featuring T. Rex as a major addition to the Great Western Express Festival at Lincoln.

Publication: 

New Musical Express

Date: April 29, 1972

Country: United Kingdom Section: Front Page / Festival News

THE STORY	WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
T. Rex are announced as a big new addition to the mighty Great Western Express Festival to be held at Lincoln between May 26–29. The piece highlights T. Rex’s rising status and their inclusion in one of the biggest rock gatherings ever put together in Britain.	• Large bold headline: “T. REX – Lincoln festival” • Prominent black-and-white photo of Marc Bolan • New Musical Express masthead dated April 29, 1972 • Festival lineup teasers including Dr. John, Dylan, Row, Slade, Jerry Lee, Purple, Zeppelin

CONTEXT AND NOTES	RELATED MATERIAL
This front-page coverage reflects T. Rex’s explosive rise in popularity during their peak glam era. By April 1972 they were one of Britain’s biggest acts, headlining major festivals and dominating the charts.	• T. Rex (March 18, 1972) Wembley Concert Advertisement • T.Rex Pop 30 (June 24, 1972) Bolan Boogie No.1 – Melody Maker • T. Rex (June 24, 1972) “Metal Guru” Performance Broadcast – Disco 72

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS	SOURCES
Event: Front page newspaper feature Era: 1972 (Glam Rock peak) Tone: Celebratory / Promotional Photography: Iconic black-and-white Marc Bolan portrait	• New Musical Express, April 29, 1972

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