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Marc Bolan (July 2, 1977) Record Mirror Column

  • Writer: T.Rex
    T.Rex
  • Jul 2, 1977
  • 1 min read

Publication: Record Mirror Date: Saturday, July 2, 1977


Marc Bolan’s Monthly Column

Personal column written by Marc Bolan for Record Mirror, offering his thoughts on music, punk rock, the music industry, and his own views as a veteran glam rock star.

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Notable Mentions

Bolan discusses the rise of punk, defending its energy while expressing concern about its violence and nihilism. He reflects on his own career, the changing music scene, and shares opinions on various artists and trends of the time. He mentions topics such as “The real louts are always in a minority,” his thoughts on “National Rock Theatre,” and observations about the current state of rock music.

The column includes witty and opinionated commentary, with Bolan positioning himself as both an observer and participant in the evolving rock landscape of 1977. He touches on subjects ranging from punk bands to broader cultural shifts in the music industry.

All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

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