Marc Bolan (October 8, 1981) – “You Scare Me To Death” Feature – Runcorn Weekly News.
A retrospective review revisits Marc Bolan's recorded legacy four years after his passing, focusing on the archival single “You Scare Me To Death” and the continuing interest in unreleased T. Rex material.
Publication: Runcorn Weekly News
Date: October 8, 1981
Country: United Kingdom
This Album Of The Week column reflects on the enduring appeal of Marc Bolan, describing him as the “late glitter‑king of T. Rex”. The article notes that although Bolan passed in 1977, a considerable amount of recorded material remained unreleased and continued to attract attention from fans.
Particular attention is given to the archival release “You Scare Me To Death”, described as the latest single drawn from the Bolan archives. The reviewer observes that the recording reveals a more thoughtful side of Bolan, with lyrics containing both sarcasm and melancholy. At the same time, the article suggests that it is an unusual choice for a wider music‑buying audience.
The feature concludes that while the release is an important addition for dedicated followers of Bolan’s work, it is unlikely to appeal to more casual listeners unfamiliar with his catalogue.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
Published four years after Marc Bolan's passing, the article illustrates how record companies continued to explore the T. Rex archive for previously unreleased material. It also demonstrates the strength of Bolan's fan base, which remained active and interested in new releases long after his final recordings.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Review of archival Marc Bolan release
Era: 1981 – Posthumous T. Rex archive releases
Tone: Reflective and critical
Photography: Black‑and‑white portrait photograph of Marc Bolan
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Review of “You Scare Me To Death”
Discussion of unreleased Marc Bolan recordings
Recognition of Bolan's continuing influence after 1977
Portrait photograph of Marc Bolan
Assessment of the release's appeal to fans and casual listeners
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