T. Rex (November 24, 1973) “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!” Music Star – Magazine Cover

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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