Marc Bolan / T. Rex (September 22, 1972) – “T. Rex And The Doobie Brothers” Cover - Vieux Carre Courier
This entertainment listings clipping promotes a T. Rex concert at The Warehouse in New Orleans, highlighting Marc Bolan and his group as England's hottest rock 'n' roll band. The brief notice advertises the appearance alongside The Doobie Brothers and predicts an enthusiastic audience response.
Publication: Vieux Carre Courier
Date: September 22, 1972
Country: United States
THE STORY
The clipping appears within an entertainment events listing and announces a concert taking place at The Warehouse, located at 1820 Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans. Scheduled for 9 p.m. on September 22, the event features T. Rex together with The Doobie Brothers. Contact information for the venue is also provided as part of the listing.
The notice specifically draws attention to Marc Bolan, identifying him as the driving force behind T. Rex. The brief promotional text describes T. Rex as England's hottest rock 'n' roll band and emphasises the group's strong reputation and popularity. The wording is designed to encourage attendance and build anticipation for the performance.
The item concludes by stating that "Pandemonium should be expected," suggesting a lively audience reaction to the band's appearance. Ticket information is included, with admission priced at $5 at the door. Although concise, the clipping serves as a promotional snapshot of T. Rex during their American touring activities in 1972.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
This clipping is a straightforward concert advertisement rather than a review or feature article. Its purpose is to inform readers about an upcoming live appearance and to promote the event through a short but enthusiastic description of the group.
The notice reflects the strong promotional language often used for major touring acts of the period. Marc Bolan is singled out by name, while T. Rex is presented as a leading British rock attraction. The clipping provides a contemporary record of the band's live schedule and how they were being marketed to American audiences at the time.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: T. Rex and The Doobie Brothers concert at The Warehouse, New Orleans
Era: 1972 glam rock era
Tone: Promotional and enthusiastic
Photography: No photographs included in the clipping
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
• Concert listing for T. Rex and The Doobie Brothers at The Warehouse
• Marc Bolan described as bringing England's hottest rock 'n' roll band to town
• Ticket price and event details accompanied by a prediction of "Pandemonium"
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