Marc Bolan (June 1, 1994) “The Boy Who Would Be King” Gold Magazine Cover & Feature
Updated: Jun 16
Special multi-page retrospective feature on Marc Bolan in the nostalgia magazine gold, marking him as “The Boy Who Would Be King”.
PUBLICATION:
Date: June 1994 (Vol.1 Issue 4) Country: United Kingdom
Section / Pages: Front Cover + 5-Page Feature
Title: MARC BOLAN – THE BOY WHO WOULD BE KING
THE STORY
The striking cover shows Marc Bolan in full regal costume (crown, scepter, ornate necklace and robes), directly referencing his famous 1977 Record Mirror photoshoot. The interior feature includes biographical text, rare photos (including one with Elton John and Ringo Starr), and reflections on his life, career, and enduring legacy.
CONTEXT AND NOTES Published 17 years after Bolan’s death in 1977, this nostalgic retrospective celebrates his glam rock stardom, early years with Tyrannosaurus Rex, and cultural impact. The lavish cover treatment and in-depth article reflect the growing reappraisal of Bolan’s influence in the 1990s.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Magazine Cover Story & Retrospective Feature
Era: Posthumous Tribute (1994) Tone: Nostalgic, celebratory, affectionate
Photography: Iconic regal portrait of Marc Bolan on cover + multiple archival photos inside
“THE BOY WHO WOULD BE KING”
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Full-colour front cover of gold magazine with bold title and striking image of Bolan as a glam king, plus interior pages featuring text, additional photographs, and detailed storytelling about his life and career.
RELATED MATERIAL
Marc Bolan (June 4, 1977) Record Mirror Cover Feature – Record Mirror (UK)
Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 31, 1970) Mushroom Promotions Advert – Evening Sentinel (UK)
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