T. Rex (March 19, 1977) “900 crowd for Bolan and T. Rex” Concert Review – North Norfolk News

The March 25, 1977 edition of the North Norfolk News reports that Marc Bolan and T. Rex drew a crowd of 900 fans to West Runton Pavilion on Saturday night, delivering a strong performance alongside support act The Damned.

Publication: North Norfolk News (The Norfolk Chronicle and Journal) Date: March 25, 1977

Country: United Kingdom Location: West Runton, Norfolk Section: Music / Concert Review

THE STORY

The review notes the enthusiastic reception for Pat Travers and the Doctors of Madness on Friday, followed by a 900-strong crowd for Marc Bolan and T. Rex on Saturday. The Damned performed well as support, and T. Rex delivered as expected with their streamlined lineup. Special mention is made of Sidewinder standing in for the Tyla Gang.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This concert review captures T. Rex in the later stage of their career. Although past their commercial peak, they still attracted solid crowds in regional venues like West Runton Pavilion. The Damned as support highlights the crossover between glam and the emerging punk scene in 1977.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Concert review

Era: 1977 (Late T. Rex era)

Tone: Positive, appreciative Photography: Text-based review (no photo in clipping)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “900 crowd for Bolan and T. Rex”

• Positive comments on the crowd size and performance

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