T. Rex (6 May 1972) Marc Bolan Small Adverts - NME
Updated: Jun 16
SOURCE DETAILS
Publication: New Musical Express (NME)
Date: May 6, 1972
Country: United Kingdom
Section / Pages: Small Adverts / Classifieds
Titles: T. Rex – Marc Bolan Sew-on Patch / Desdemona by John’s Children featuring Marc Bolan
THE STORY
The first advert promotes official T. Rex merchandise: a 3-inch circular sew-on patch featuring Bolan’s face (yellow and red on silver) priced at 40p each or two for 75p. It also offers a full-colour 24×28 inch Marc Bolan poster and an illustrated catalogue.
The second advert announces the maxi-single reissue of “Desdemona” by John’s Children featuring Marc Bolan (Track Records / Polydor), backed with tracks by Arthur Brown, Thunderclap Newman, and Jimi Hendrix.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
At the peak of Bolan’s fame in May 1972, these small ads reflect the booming merchandise market around T. Rex and the continued interest in his pre-fame work with John’s Children. They perfectly illustrate the mix of new glam success and nostalgic catalogue exploitation typical of the era.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Marc Bolan / T. Rex merchandise and reissue adverts
Era: 1972 – Peak T. Rextasy / Glam Rock
Tone: Commercial and fan-focused
Design: Compact, text-heavy classified style with logo artwork
Audience: Dedicated T. Rex fans and collectors
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