T. Rex (August 12, 1975) “Shang-a-Lang” TV Appearance

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Publication: The Northern Echo (Yorkshire edition) Date: Tuesday, August 12, 1975 “Shang-a-Lang” TV listing for the popular children’s pop music series featuring a promotional performance by Marc Bolan and T. Rex.	Episode 18 of Shang-a-Lang (produced by Muriel Young for Granada Television) included a vibrant performance of T. Rex’s single “New York City” from the album Futuristic Dragon. The show also featured the Bay City Rollers and Sparks.

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Marc Bolan performed with his classic mid-70s glam line-up: Steve Currie (bass), Davy Lutton (drums), Dino Dines (keyboards), and Gloria Jones (clavinet & backing vocals). The energetic track captured Bolan’s playful style and catchy glam boogie. This appearance aired during the height of T. Rex’s continued popularity, and Muriel Young later invited Bolan to host his own show in 1977.	All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.