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📰 Round Table Rock - Article : Sep. 1971
A vibrant two-page report from the Weeley Festival, capturing the raw energy of Britain’s outdoor rock scene in the early glam era, with special focus on T. Rex’s performance. Festival vibes, Hare Krishna chants, and T. Rex delivering pure electric magic to thousands. Record Mirror Date: September 11, 1971 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • In-depth coverage of the 1971 Weeley Festival • Strong review of T. Rex’s set and growing popularity • Atmosphere of the fest

T.Rex
Sep 11, 19712 min read


📰 Faces In Action - Article : Sep. 1971
A dynamic Melody Maker cover story celebrating The Faces’ electrifying performance at the Weeley Festival, capturing the band at the height of their live reputation. Rod Stewart, Ron Wood and the boys delivering pure rock ‘n’ roll swagger on one of Britain’s biggest stages. Melody Maker Date: September 4, 1971 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • The Faces steal the show at the Weeley Festival • High-energy coverage of their live set and stage presence • Band riding

Faces
Sep 4, 19712 min read


📰 A Difficult Time – Review : Sep. 1971
A candid concert report from the Weeley Festival describes T. Rex’s performance as a tense, polarising affair, with Marc Bolan facing a divided crowd that shifted from jeers to cheers only after he directly confronted the hostility. The piece highlights the contrast between the band’s growing chart success and the mixed reception they received from the festival audience, painting a picture of a star still fighting for universal acceptance. This September 1971 Melody Maker rev

T.Rex
Sep 4, 19713 min read


📰 Weeley Festival Of Progressive Music - Advert : Aug. 1971
A major full-page headline advertisement for the Weeley Festival of Progressive Music, featuring T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson and a huge supporting bill during the height of the 1971 festival season. Weeley Festival — T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson and more descend on Essex for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Disc Date: August 28, 1971 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Headliners: T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson • Massive supporting bill including Colosseum,

T.Rex
Aug 28, 19712 min read


📰 Marc Tops The 'Forever Festival' - Article : Aug. 1971
A 1971 Disc feature highlighting Marc Bolan and T. Rex headlining the Weeley Festival, cementing their status as one of Britain’s hottest live acts of the year. T. Rex bringing glam rock energy and star power to the top of the bill at one of the era’s major outdoor festivals. Disc Date: August 28, 1971 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • T. Rex topping the bill at the Weeley Festival • Marc Bolan described as one of the biggest drawing idols of the moment • Coverag

T.Rex
Aug 28, 19712 min read
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