T. Rex (October 27, 1973) “By Public Demand” Advert - Disc Music Paper

The October 27, 1973 edition of Disc magazine features a striking full-page advertisement for T. Rex’s compilation album Great Hits, released “By Public Demand” and including a full colour poster.

Publication: Disc

Date: October 27, 1973

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: Album Promotion / Full-Page Advertisement

THE STORY

The dramatic advert promotes the new T. Rex Great Hits album on the BLN 5003 label (available on tape), highlighting the strong public demand and including a full colour poster'

CONTEXT AND NOTES

By late 1973 T. Rex were capitalising on their massive success with a greatest hits collection. This eye-catching advert reflects the continued commercial strength of the band and their dedicated fanbase during the glam era.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Greatest Hits album advertisement

Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock peak) Tone: Bold, celebratory, fan-focused Photography: Iconic graphic design with a dynamic image of Marc Bolan riding a tiger, surrounded by repeating motifs

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Large headline “By Public Demand” with “T. REX GREAT HITS”

• Striking central image of Marc Bolan on a tiger with repeating smaller motifs

• Text “including Full Colour Poster” and “OUT NOW”

• Catalogue number BLN 5003 and availability on tape

RELATED MATERIAL

• March 10, 1973 Melody Maker “Tanx for the memory” album review

• August 25, 1973 Melody Maker Los Angeles concert review

• September 1, 1973 Melody Maker “Why Marc won’t be giving up”

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• Disc, October 27, 1973

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