T. Rex (July 1971) – “t.rex – jetzt ganz oben” Feature – Pop

The July 1971 issue of German magazine Pop features T. Rex under the headline “t.rex – jetzt ganz oben”, celebrating their rise to the top of the charts.

Publication: Pop

Date: July 1971

Country: Germany

The article recounts how the group was formerly known as Tyrannosaurus Rex and played to small audiences in London underground clubs. It notes John Peel’s support on Radio One, the success of “Ride a White Swan” which suddenly put them in the hit parade, and the follow-up “Hot Love” which gave them a hat-trick of chart success. Photos show Mickey Finn and Marc Bolan, with text describing Marc as the songwriter and Mickey on percussion.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

The feature presents T. Rex as having simplified their name and achieved rapid commercial success.

It mentions plans to continue playing clubs while keeping ticket prices reasonable, Marc Bolan’s control over music and lyrics, and the recent addition of a bassist and drummer to expand the group.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

The feature presents T. Rex as having simplified their name and achieved rapid commercial success.

It mentions plans to continue playing clubs while keeping ticket prices reasonable, Marc Bolan’s control over music and lyrics, and the recent addition of a bassist and drummer to expand the group.

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