T. Rex (June 16, 1972) Golden State Music Fair Advert -The Jersey Journal

The June 16, 1972 edition of The Jersey Journal advertises T. Rex in concert on Sunday, August 13th at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey, with tickets priced at $3.50, $4.50, and $5.50.

Publication: The Jersey Journal Date: June 16, 1972

Country: United States Location: Jersey City, New Jersey Section: Entertainment / Concert Advertisement

THE STORY

The ad promotes T. Rex as part of the summer concert series, alongside other major acts like Chicago, Alice Cooper, The Beach Boys, and Deep Purple. It lists ticket prices and encourages fans to purchase tickets early for the Capitol Theatre show.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

By mid-1972 T. Rex were at the height of their glam rock success in the UK and gaining strong momentum in the US. This advertisement reflects their growing American touring presence following hits like “Bang a Gong (Get It On).”

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Concert advertisement

Era: 1972 (T. Rex Glam Rock peak) Tone: Promotional, exciting Photography: Bold typography with decorative summer festival graphic

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Large summer music fair header with Roosevelt Stadium and other venues

• Specific listing for T. Rex on Sunday, August 13th at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ

• Ticket prices: $3.50, $4.50, $5.50

• Part of a larger summer concert series ad

RELATED MATERIAL This June 16, 1972 The Jersey Journal concert ad for T. Rex pairs well with other 1971–1972 T. Rex tour advertisements and reviews in the scrapbook.

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SOURCES

• The Jersey Journal, June 16, 1972

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