T. Rex (February 27, 1972) “T. Rex in Concert” Carnegie Hall Poster – Advertisement

A striking promotional poster advertises T. Rex’s highly anticipated concert at Carnegie Hall in New York on February 27, 1972, during the Electric Warrior era, with Jackie Lomax as special guest.

Publication: Concert Poster / Ardee Productions

Date: February 27, 1972

Country: United States

Location: New York City

Section: Live Concert Promotion

THE STORY

The poster features an artistic illustration of Marc Bolan and the band, promoting the prestigious Carnegie Hall show. It highlights the “Electric Warrior” tour and lists ticket information, presented by Ardee Productions.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This concert represented T. Rex’s most ambitious attempt to break into the American market at the height of their UK fame. While the show generated huge hype, it received mixed reviews, most notably a critical piece in The New York Times that questioned the substance behind Bolan’s glam image.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Carnegie Hall Concert Era: 1972 (Electric Warrior / Early Glam breakthrough) Tone: Bold, artistic, promotional Photography: Stylized colour illustration of Marc Bolan and band

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Large artistic poster with Marc Bolan’s face and band illustrations

• “T. Rex in concert” headline with Jackie Lomax as special guest

• Carnegie Hall date and time: Sunday, February 27, 1972 – 7:30 PM

• Ticket and venue information

RELATED MATERIAL

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SOURCES

• Carnegie Hall Concert Poster, February 27, 1972 (Ardee Productions)

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