T. Rex (July 16/17, 1975) - "New York City" Top of the Pops, BBC TV.
Updated: Jul 16
A second performance of "New York City" by T. Rex was recorded for BBC Top of the Pops on July 16, 1975, and aired the following day. The segment showed Marc Bolan miming to the single-release version, dressed in a white sailor suit, with Eric Hall in costume as the Frog.
The performance was part of a lively broadcast hosted by Dave Lee Travis, with choreography by Flick Colby and musical direction from Johnny Pearson.
Broadcast: Top of the Pops – BBC TV Date: July 17 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Performance Listing Title: T. Rex – New York City (Second Performance)
This performance marked T. Rex’s continued television presence during the mid‑1970s, showcasing Bolan’s playful stage persona and the band’s enduring chart appeal. The sailor‑suit styling and whimsical “Frog” character added theatrical flair, aligning with Bolan’s glam‑era visual storytelling.
PERFORMANCES FEATURED
Artist | Song | Type | Chart # |
The Goodies | Black Pudding Bertha (The Queen Of Northern Soul) | Mimed | 19 |
Tammy Wynette | D.I.V.O.R.C.E. | Mimed repeat | 16 |
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band | Delilah | Mimed | NEW |
Adrian Baker | Sherry | Mimed | 47 |
Sister Sledge | Mama Never Told Me | Mimed repeat | 20 |
Carl Douglas | Love, Peace And Happiness | Mimed | NEW |
T. Rex | New York City | Mimed | 30 |
Susan Cadogan | Love Me Baby | Mimed | 43 |
David Essex | Rolling Stone | Mimed repeat | 11 |
Lynsey De Paul | Rhythm And Blue Jean Baby | Mimed | NEW |
Typically Tropical | Barbados | Pan’s People Routine | 5 |
Bay City Rollers | Give A Little Love | Mimed repeat | 1 |
CREDITS
Role | Contributor |
Presenter | Dave Lee Travis |
Director | Johnny Pearson |
Producer | Stanley Appel |
Executive Producer | Robin Nash |
Sound | Laurie Taylor |
Choreographer | Flick Colby |
Featuring | Top of the Pops Orchestra |
Source: BBC Top of the Pops Performance Archive, July 17 1975, UTube and 'There Was A Time - Marc Bolan a Chronology' Cliff McLenehan.
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