T. Rex (August 13 1972) – “New Names in Park” Notice – Daily News

This Daily News notice from August 1972 announces lineup changes for the Schaefer Music Festival at Wollman Rink in Central Park, New York. The brief update confirms that T. Rex’s scheduled Monday performance was cancelled and replaced by Steppenwolf and Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show.

Publication: Daily News   Date: August 13 1972 Country: United States

Under the heading “New Names in Park,” the article reports two program changes for the Schaefer Music Festival. Steppenwolf, featuring John Kay, and Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show were newly added for the following night.

The notice specifies that these acts replaced T. Rex, who had been previously scheduled for Monday, August 14, and The Byrds, who were originally announced for Friday.

The concise update reflects the fluid nature of early‑1970s festival programming, where artist substitutions were common due to touring conflicts or logistical changes.

CONTEXT AND NOTES  

The Schaefer Music Festival was a major annual event held at Central Park’s Wollman Rink, featuring top rock and pop acts throughout the summer. T. Rex’s cancellation came during their U.S. tour promoting The Slider, which had launched in July 1972.

The band’s absence from the New York lineup was notable, as they were at the height of their American popularity following Bang a Gong (Get It On) and Telegram Sam.

This short notice captures a moment of shifting schedules in a vibrant live‑music era, where festivals served as key showcases for both established and emerging artists.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS   Event: Schaefer Music Festival lineup change at Wollman Rink, Central Park Era: 1972 – The Slider Tour / U.S. Glam Rock Peak Tone: Informative, concise, and factual Photography: None included; text‑only festival update

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Announcement of lineup changes for the Schaefer Music Festival

• Replacement of T. Rex’s scheduled Monday, August 14 1972 performance

• Addition of Steppenwolf, Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, George Carlin, and Jim Dawson

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