T. Rex (June 1, 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine

T. Rex (June 1973) “T.Rex Tank” Full-Page Advert – Circus Magazine

Publication: Circus Magazine Date: June 1973

Country: United States

Location: USA

Section: Full-Page Advertisement

THE STORY

The advert shows Marc Bolan in a white jacket kneeling with a large model tank, captioned “T.REX TANK”, and promotes the album on Reprise Records and Tapes (noting the poster was included with the album).

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This eye-catching advert appeared during the Tanx promotional campaign in the US. It perfectly encapsulates Bolan’s glamorous, larger-than-life image during the glam rock era.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Full-page magazine advert Era: 1973 (Tanx era) Tone: Bold, iconic Photography: Dramatic studio shot of Marc Bolan with tank prop

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Striking black & white portrait of Marc Bolan with the tank

• Bold “T.REX TANK” lettering

• Album promotion text and “On Reprise Records and Tapes”

• Full-page glossy magazine advert layout

RELATED MATERIAL

• (T. Rex 1973 Circus Magazine features)

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SOURCES

• Circus Magazine, June 1973

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