T. Rex (September 3, 1973) “T.Rex in Munich – Studio-Report” Feature – POP Magazine

The September 7, 1973 edition (Issue 18) of German teen magazine POP features an exclusive behind-the-scenes studio report on T. Rex recording in Munich at Musicland Studios with producer Tony Visconti.

Publication: POP Magazine Date: September 3, 1973 Country: Germany

Location: Germany

Section: Studio Report

THE STORY The article follows Marc Bolan and the band (Steve Currie, Bill Legend, Mickey Finn) during sessions for the upcoming album. It includes multiple studio photos and insights into the recording process, new song development, and the band’s evolving sound.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

These Munich sessions were part of the transition toward the Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow album. Published in early September 1973, this report gives fans a rare look at T. Rex working on new material as they moved beyond peak glam.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Studio recording report

Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock / Zinc Alloy transition)

Tone: Behind-the-scenes, intimate Photography: Multiple colour and black & white shots of the band at work

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• “Studio-Report: T.Rex in Munich” headline

• Large photos of Marc Bolan and the full band in the studio

• Images of Steve Currie, Mickey Finn, mixing desk work, and group discussions

• Detailed German text about the recording process

RELATED MATERIAL

• November 17, 1973 Melody Maker “Truck On (Tyke)” single advert

• November 24, 1973 Music Star “We Meet The New Marc At Last!!” cover

• November 26, 1973 POP Magazine “Wie wird dein neues Gesicht, Marc?”

• December 13, 1973 BRAVO “Marc muß Haare lassen” feature

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• POP Magazine, Issue 18, September 7, 1973

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