T. Rex (November 24, 1973) “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!” Music Star – Magazine Cover
- T.Rex
- Nov 24, 1973
- 2 min read
The November 24, 1973 edition of Music Star magazine features Marc Bolan on the cover with the excited headline “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!”, highlighting a major interview or photo feature inside.
Publication: Music Star
Date: November 24, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London
Section: Front Cover / Pin-Up Feature
THE STORY
The colourful cover prominently displays a close-up portrait of Marc Bolan and teases an exclusive meeting with “the new Marc,” alongside other pop star content including Donny Osmond, David Essex, and a super David pin-up.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
By late 1973 Marc Bolan was still a huge teen idol. Teen magazines like Music Star continued to capitalise on his popularity with cover stories and pin-ups, even as his musical direction evolved into the Zinc Alloy era.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Magazine cover story
Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock / Zinc Alloy transition)
Tone: Exciting, fan-oriented, colourful Photography: Large, vibrant close-up portrait of Marc Bolan
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Bold cover title “Music Star” with Marc Bolan’s face dominating the design
Prominent headline “WE MEET THE NEW MARC AT LAST!!”
Colourful teaser boxes about Donny Osmond, Marty, and other stars
Typical 1970s teen pop magazine layout with bright graphics and 7p price
RELATED MATERIAL
September 1, 1973 Melody Maker “Why Marc won’t be giving up”
September 8, 1973 Diana Marc Bolan pin-up
October 27, 1973 Disc “Great Hits” advertisement
November 17, 1973 Melody Maker “Truck On (Tyke)” single advert
December 22, 1973 Melody Maker “Truck Off” tour advertisement
For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.
SOURCES
Music Star, November 24, 1973
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