T. Rex (October 23, 1973) “Bolan’s New Year boogie” Melody Maker

The October 23, 1973 edition of Melody Maker announces plans for T. Rex’s major British tour — their first since the previous Christmas — along with details of Marc Bolan’s new album and upcoming single.

Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 23, 1973

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: News / Tour Announcement

THE STORY

The article reveals that T. Rex are planning an extensive UK tour for early 1974. It notes that Marc Bolan has finished mixing tapes for the band’s next album and that a new single is expected soon. The piece also mentions a forthcoming “Great Hits” compilation album of old material to be released in the coming weeks.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

By late 1973 T. Rex were transitioning after the peak of T. Rextasy. This feature captures the band preparing for a return to live touring in Britain while continuing to release new material and compilations.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Tour and album announcement Era: 1973 (T. Rex Post-Peak / Transition era) Tone: Anticipatory, promotional Photography: Text-based article (partial image visible in clipping)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “Bolan’s New Year boogie”

• Announcement of a major British tour for early 1974

• Details on the new album, upcoming single, and “Great Hits” compilation

• List of tracks planned for the hits album including “Telegram Sam,” “Metal Guru,” “Hot Love,” etc.

RELATED MATERIAL This October 23, 1973 Melody Maker feature on T. Rex’s upcoming tour and releases connects to other 1972–1973 T. Rex tour advertisements and reviews in the scrapbook. For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• Melody Maker, October 23, 1973

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