A psychedelic relic reborn for a glam‑rock generation — March 24, 1972.

A short, curious review in the Leicester Mercury takes an early look at Tyrannosaurus Rex’s debut single “Debora,” praising its eccentric charm while predicting commercial success for the duo’s unique sound. The brief, slightly puzzled write-up perfectly captures the bewilderment and intrigue that greeted Marc Bolan and Steve Took’s early work. This April 25, 1968 clipping from the Leicester Mercury is one of the very first published reviews of Tyrannosaurus Rex, documenting

A concise and appreciative early review highlights Tyrannosaurus Rex’s distinctive and original sound, praising their debut single “Deborah” as an intriguing introduction to the duo’s unique style. The short, positive notice reflects the curiosity and growing interest in Marc Bolan’s eccentric folk-psych project. This April 25, 1968 clipping from the Runcorn Weekly News is one of the earliest local press reactions to Tyrannosaurus Rex, capturing the moment the duo began stepp

A short, wry single review in the Norwich Evening News praises Tyrannosaurus Rex’s “Debora” as one of those rare records that rises above the hollow commercialism of the charts, highlighting Marc Bolan and Steve Took’s unique poetic charm. The review mixes gentle humour with genuine appreciation for the duo’s ability to transcend typical pop values. This April 22, 1968 clipping offers an early, local-press glimpse of Tyrannosaurus Rex at the very beginning of their acoustic-f