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Marc Bolan (June 21, 1972) “Jasper C. Debussy” Single Review – Coventry Evening Telegraph

Writer: Marc Bolan
Marc Bolan
Jun 21, 1972
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The June 21, 1972 edition of the Coventry Evening Telegraph features a review of Marc Bolan’s single “Jasper C. Debussy” in the “Single Spin” column.


Publication: Coventry Evening Telegraph

Date: June 21, 1972

Country: United Kingdom Location: Coventry

Section: Music Reviews

THE STORY

The review describes the track as a “teeny-bopper sensation” and a sure-fire chartbuster. It notes the song was originally recorded in 1967 as a demo and praises Bolan’s unique style.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This review was published during the peak of T. Rextasy. The single was a reissue of an earlier recording, showing Bolan’s extensive backlog of material being released amid his massive popularity.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Single review Era: 1972 (Electric Warrior peak) Tone: Positive, enthusiastic Photography: Text-based column (no photo in clipping)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

  • Review of Marc Bolan’s “Jasper C. Debussy”

  • Description of the track as a chartbuster

  • Mention of its origins as a 1967 demo

  • Typical newspaper single review layout



RELATED MATERIAL

  • June 24, 1972 Melody Maker Jeepster Jean Co. & Bolan poster advert

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

SOURCES

  • Coventry Evening Telegraph, June 21, 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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