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Marc Bolan (July 22, 1972) Colour Photo Feature – Fab 208 Magazine

Writer: T.Rex
T.Rex
Jul 22, 1972
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The July 22, 1972 edition of Fab 208 features a vibrant colour photo of Marc Bolan performing, showcasing his iconic glam style during the peak of T. Rextasy.


Publication: Fab 208 Magazine Date: July 22, 1972

Country: United Kingdom

Location: UK Section: 

Photo Feature

THE STORY

The striking image captures Marc Bolan seated with an acoustic guitar, wearing a colourful patterned outfit, smiling broadly during a performance.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This photo was published at the height of Bolan’s popularity. Teen magazines like Fab 208 frequently featured full-colour spreads of T. Rex to appeal to their young readership.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Colour photo feature

Era: 1972 (T. Rextasy peak) Tone: Glamorous, celebratory

Photography: Vibrant full-colour live/action shot of Marc Bolan


WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

  • Marc Bolan in a colourful velvet top and patterned trousers

  • Seated with acoustic guitar, smiling and performing

  • Classic early-1970s glam fashion and stage energy

  • Typical teen magazine colour photo layout

RELATED MATERIAL

  • July 22, 1972 Melody Maker “The Slider” advertisement

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


SOURCES

  • Fab 208 Magazine, July 22, 1972

All magazine scans, newspaper cuttings, scrapbook items, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.



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