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Marc Bolan / T. Rex (March 11, 1977) "New T. Rex will make their Marc" – Daily Record Feature

  • Writer: T.Rex
    T.Rex
  • Mar 11, 1977
  • 2 min read

A prominent feature in the Daily Record (March 11, 1977) announcing Marc Bolan’s revamped T. Rex line-up, upcoming British tour, new album Dandy In The Underworld, and single “Soul Of My Suit,” highlighting his continued evolution as a glam rock pioneer.

Publication: Daily Record

Date: March 11, 1977

Country: United Kingdom Section: Friday Rock / Music Feature

THE STORY

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

The article focuses on Marc Bolan’s new T. Rex line-up and their plans to “make their Marc” again. It covers his recent changes, upcoming tour dates, and fresh material including the album Dandy In The Underworld and the single “Soul Of My Suit.” Bolan is portrayed as a chameleon of pop who has reinvented himself once more.

Bold headline “New T. Rex will make their Marc” with a large photo of Marc Bolan. Text columns detail the new band, tour, and releases. Classic 1977 Daily Record “Friday Rock” section layout with strong visual emphasis on Bolan.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Published on March 11, 1977, this feature arrives during Marc Bolan’s Dandy In The Underworld era as he worked to rebuild T. Rex after previous line-up changes. It reflects his enduring charisma and determination to stay relevant in the evolving British rock scene of the late 1970s.

Event: New line-up & release announcement Era: 1977 (Dandy In The Underworld period) Tone: Optimistic, promotional Photography: Striking portrait of Marc Bolan RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

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