Marc Bolan / T. Rex (July 6, 1974) “Bolan single set” Feature – Disc Music Paper

HEADLINE PARAGRAPH The July 6, 1974 edition of Disc announces T. Rex’s new single “Light Of Love”, recorded in Los Angeles, with Marc Bolan replacing drummer Bill Legend with Dave Lutton.

Publication: Disc Music Paper Date: July 6, 1974

Country: United Kingdom

Location: UK

Section: News / Single Announcement

THE STORY

The article reports that T. Rex have a new single titled “Light Of Love” released on July 5. It is the first single with new drummer Dave Lutton. The B-side “Explosive Mouth” is taken from the upcoming “Zinc Alloy” album. A promotional film has also been made and is hoped to be shown in Britain.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This announcement came during a transitional period for T. Rex. After the huge success of earlier glam hits, the band was evolving their sound with the Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow album.

The change in drummer marked one of several lineup shifts in the mid-1970s.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Single announcement

Era: 1974 (Zinc Alloy era) Tone: Informative, promotional Photography: Large black & white profile portrait of Marc Bolan

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “Bolan single set”

• Large side-profile photo of Marc Bolan

• Details about the new single “Light Of Love” and lineup change

• Mentions of the upcoming “Zinc Alloy” album and promotional film

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