T. Rex (July 25 1971) – “Get It On & Raw Ramp Recorded in Los Angeles” – Bravo Magazine

This Bravo magazine clipping from July 1971 reports on T. Rex’s latest recording sessions in Los Angeles, where Marc Bolan and his band produced Get It On and Raw Ramp for their forthcoming single.

The brief update captures the band’s growing international momentum and Bolan’s confidence in their next chart success.

Publication: Bravo Magazine   Date: July 25 1971

Country: Germany

THE STORY  

The article notes that T. Rex recorded two new tracks — Get It On and Raw Ramp — during sessions in Los Angeles, intended for their upcoming single release.

It mentions Bolan’s bold prediction that the new record would become their “next number‑one single,” a claim promoted through advertisements in American music magazines.

The accompanying black‑and‑white photograph shows Marc Bolan performing live with guitarist Mickey Finn and drummer Bill Legend, illustrating the band’s dynamic stage presence at the height of their glam‑rock fame.

CONTEXT AND NOTES  

By mid‑1971, T. Rex were riding high on the success of Hot Love and Jeepster, with Get It On soon to become one of their most iconic hits.

This Bravo feature reflects the band’s expanding reach into the U.S. market and Bolan’s growing self‑assurance as a global pop star.

The mention of Raw Ramp — later released as a B‑side — highlights Bolan’s prolific creativity during this period.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS  

Event: T. Rex’s Los Angeles recording sessions for Get It On  

Era: 1971 – Electric Warrior / Glam Rock Peak Tone: Confident, promotional, and forward‑looking Photography: Black‑and‑white live performance image of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• German‑language report on T. Rex’s new single sessions

• Mention of Get It On and Raw Ramp recorded in Los Angeles

• Bolan’s prediction of another number‑one hit

• Bravo logo printed at the bottom of the page

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