Marc Bolan & T.Rex: (Hit Warriors)

On October 26, 1970, four songs were recorded by T.Rex for BBC Radio 1's 'Top Gear': “Ride a White Swan,” “Jewel,” “Suneye,” and “Elemental Child.” The show initially aired on November 7, 1970, and was rebroadcast on January 30, 1971. These tracks, along with many other similar recordings, are included in the 'Marc Bolan at the BBC' CD box set, released in 2013. Details below Marc Bolan Featuring John's Children, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Marc Bolan & T. Rex – Marc Bolan At The BBC

On Sunday October 25, 1970, Tyrannosaurus Rex performed on the final day of the 3rd International Essen Pop & Blues Festival (also known as the Essener Songtage or Essen Blues & Pop Festival) at the Grugahalle in Essen, Germany. The Festival Context The International Essen Pop & Blues Festival was a pioneering event in European rock history, running annually from 1967 to 1974 in Essen, West Germany (now Germany). Organized by promoter Konrad Olbrich, it was one of the contine

T.Rex’s "Providing Cheaper Music" , a one-page article in Melody Maker , October 24, 1970.

T.Rex’s Ride a White Swan, a cover and one-page feature in New Musical Express, October 10, 1970.

T. Rex’s “Ride a White Swan” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 9, 1970, by Fly Records (catalogue: BUG 1). Backed...

In a twist of fate, a last-minute addition to the inaugural Glastonbury Festival in 1970 brought an unexpected performance, as...

Surprise, pop fans – T.Rex just grew from duo to electric quartet! Hello, pop fans, here’s a little surprise. The famous T. Rex are no longer just Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn… When the two English beat wizards first toured with “Ride a White Swan,” they needed reinforcements. Enter drummer Will Legend and bassist Steve Currie – the boys who turned the cosmic whisper into a full-on glam roar. More early T.Rex lineup scoops added weekly.Hello, pop fans, here's a little surprise.

T.Rex’s performance of "Ride a White Swan" for the French TV show Point Chaud at Le Rock 'n' Roll Circus, recorded on December 22, 1970,...

Marc Bolan Marries June Child at Kensington Register Office, Chelsea Old Town Hall, King's Road, Chelsea, London SW3, England on January...

Photographer Pete Sanders held a photo session with Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn at Holland Park and Blenheim Crescent on January 29, 1970....

The Last Tyrannosaurus Rex 45 Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on Regal Zonophone (catalogue: RZ 3025) in 1970, Tyrannosaurus Rex’s “By The Light Of A Magical Moon” — backed with “Find A Little Wood” — was the final releases under the full Tyrannosaurus Rex name before the shift to T. Rex. Written by Marc Bolan, produced by Tony Visconti, this dreamy folk-psych track closed the acoustic duo era. Track Listing A: By The Light Of A Magical Moon B: Find A Little Wood

On January 1, 1970, Marc Bolan, along with new partner Mickey Finn, performed a live show in the studio for the BBC. The concert was actually recorded for the first installment of John Peel's "Sunday Show," a forerunner to the "Live in Concert" series. Broadcast three days later, this 30-minute gig showcases Bolan's acoustic guitar work and delicate vocals (as in the love song "Dove") and Finn's flair with the bongos ("The Wizard"). A large part of the show covers A Beard of

A Bolan & Took Folk-Psych Swan Song Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on Regal Zonophone (catalogue: LRZ 1007 mono / SLRZ 1007 stereo), Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Unicorn was released May 16, 1969 — their third studio album — was the final Bolan/Took duo studio album. Produced by Tony Visconti at Trident Studios, this 16-track folk-psych gem featured John Peel reading a children’s story on “Romany Soup.” Issued in gatefold sleeve with mono blue labels (LRZ 1007) and stereo red labels

Tyrannosaurus Rex started their first tour to feature new member Mickey Finn, at Manchester Free Trades Hall November 21, 1969. The tour also was to showcase a number of the new tracks from the soon to be released A Beard Of Stars album

Bolan & Finn weave psychedelic folk magic for BBC Radio One! On their first radio session for BBC Radio One featuring Mickey Finn, Tyrannosaurus Rex recorded five tracks on November 17, 1969, they were transmitted on November 22. Hosted by Brian Matthews, the show included an interview and the songs.: “Fist Heart Mighty Dawn Dart,” “Pavilions Of Sun,” “A Day Laye,” “By The Light Of A Magical Moon,” “Wind Cheetah"

In late October 1969, the vibrant world of Tyrannosaurus Rex welcomed a new face: Mickey Finn, a charismatic figure whose arrival marked a pivotal shift for the band. Officially announced in Melody Maker for the week ending October 25, 1969, Finn’s recruitment as a percussionist came after a tumultuous split with original member Steve Peregrin Took. With the issue going to press on October 22, it’s estimated Finn joined around October 16 or 17, 1969, as he and Marc Bolan wer

Seven Performances Conclude in NYC (Aug 21, 1969) The performance from the first night was included in the 2006 box set, Tyrannosaurus...

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s "The Sound Ground!" , a one-page advert, August 8, 1969.

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s "King of the Rumbling Spires" was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Regal Zonophone (catalog number RZ 3022) Produced by Tony Visconti, who also played bass and electric organ, the track featured Bolan on multiple electric guitars (Fender Stratocaster) and Took on a toy drum kit. The single, backed with "Do You Remember," was a minor hit, charting for one week at 44 in the UK. Reviews at the time, such as in Melody Maker, called it Bolan’s mos

Released on Regal Zonophone (RZ 3016) in the UK on January 17, 1969, Tyrannosaurus Rex’s “Pewter Suitor,” a non-album track backed with “Warlord Of The Royal Crocodiles” from Unicorn, was their third single. Written by Marc Bolan and produced by Tony Visconti, it did not chart in the UK. Contemporary Reviews (1970) Tony Hatch (Melody Maker) admired Bolan’s courage and described it as a fantastic rhythm with the potential to sound amazing in a stoned state at a party. Chris We