Michael Eavis / T. Rex (June 20, 1995) Glastonbury Feature – Evening Standard

The June 20, 1995 edition of the Evening Standard features an interview with Michael Eavis, founder of the Glastonbury Festival, in which he recalls booking T. Rex in the early years and reflects on the festival’s growth.

Publication: Evening Standard Date: June 20, 1995

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: Arts

THE STORY

Michael Eavis discusses the early days of Glastonbury, including booking T. Rex, and shares memories of the festival’s evolution. He mentions the financial challenges and his commitment to the event.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This article was published ahead of the 1995 Glastonbury Festival. It highlights Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s early connection to the festival, which helped establish its reputation in the 1970s.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Festival founder interview Era: 1995 (Reflection on 1970s Glastonbury)

Tone: Nostalgic, appreciative Photography: P

hoto of Michael Eavis on his farm + archive image of Marc Bolan

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “Rocking till the cows come home”

• Large photo of Michael Eavis with cows

• Mention of T. Rex and early Glastonbury history

• Typical Evening Standard arts page layout

RELATED MATERIAL

• (T. Rex Glastonbury / early festival appearances)

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SOURCES

• Evening Standard, June 20, 1995

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