NEWS FROM THE POP MARKET November 15, 1971 A new sound made from folk and rock elements heralds the meteoric rise of a duo, T. Rex. Connoisseurs know: It's Marc Bolan and Mikkey Finn (incidentally, not related to Huckleberry Huckleberry), arguably the most successful group since the Beatles. Marc had already made arrangements in 1967 with a certain Steve Took. Underground in the underground, a largely unknown group, a case for music specialists in small clubs, far removed fro

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T Rex perform at the Odeon Theatre, Lewisham on the July 19, 1971. The poster measures 100.8cm x 77cm (39.6 inches x 30.2 inches).

T Rex perform at City Hall, Newcastle An original concert poster for the T Rex performance at City Hall, Newcastle on the May 20, 1971. It features pink tinted images of the group along with the venue and date. The poster measures 100cm x 76.5cm (39.5 inches x 30 inches). The item originally comes from the archive of designer David Arnott.

T Rex perform at City Hall, Sheffield on the May 17, 1971. The poster measures 100cm x 76.5cm (39.25 inches x 30 inches). Designer David Arnott.

T. Rex's Swan Up to No. 2 Peak As published in the Official Singles Chart for the week of January 17–23, 1971, T. Rex’s “Ride A White Swan” climbed two places to its peak position of No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart. The track, written and produced by Marc Bolan, had spent 14 weeks on the chart by this point, entering at lower positions and steadily rising through the festive season. It was held off the top spot by Clive Dunn’s “Grandad” (No. 1, LW: 1, Peak: 1, Weeks: 9). Chart

Bolan's Lyceum Farewell Tease Published in the UK on January 16, 1971, Melody Maker’s article “REX GIG” announced T. Rex’s upcoming concert at London’s Lyceum on January 25, 1971 — billed as the group’s last major London appearance before their first American tour. Tickets were priced at just 10 shillings. Marc Bolan promised a two-hour-plus set with “a few surprises in store,” and the article hinted at possible guest musicians joining the stage. Exact Text from the Article R

Bolan's Monday Night Lyceum Call Published in the UK on January 16, 1971, Melody Maker’s advert promoted T. Rex’s concert at the Lyceum, Strand, London, on Monday, January 25, 1971. The show ran from 7.30–11.00 p.m. (doors open 7.00 p.m.), with tickets priced at 10 shillings. The event featured Jeff Dexter as DJ and guest group America. Advert Text LYCEUM, STRAND MONDAY 25th JANUARY 7.30-11.00 p.m. Doors open 7.00 p.m. T.REX TICKETS 10/- With JEFF DEXTER and GUEST GROUP AMERI

Bolan's Ride A White Swan US Push Published in the US on January 9, 1971, Billboard Magazine’s one-page advert “England's Monster Single” promoted T. Rex’s “Ride A White Swan” — Fly Records’ breakout glam hit. The bold ad declared it “England's Monster Single,” pushing Bolan’s US breakthrough. A key moment in T. Rextasy’s American arrival. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Billboard (US). Date: January 9, 1971. Format: One-page single advert. Do you have this Bill

The Ride That Soundtracked The Rundown On January 7, 1971, T. Rex’s “Ride A White Swan” was featured on BBC’s Top Of The Pops — playing in the background during the Top 30 chart rundown. Performance Overview Details Show: Top Of The Pops (BBC). Date: January 7, 1971. Type: Played Over Charts (background during Top 30 rundown). Do you remember Ride A White Swan over the charts? Ready to ride the swan again? Share in the comments! Whilst every effort is made to provide acc

Bolan’s cosmic boogie hits the airwaves twice – Hot Love and rare session tracks! On December 21, 1970, the BBC broadcast two T.Rex sessions: The version of “Hot Love” recorded on December 9 aired on Radio One Club. Sounds of the 70s replayed the session recorded on November 5, featuring four tracks: Ride a White Swan My Baby's Like a Cloud Form Is It Love Funk Music

Rod Stewart leads the Faces, John Peel, Marc Bolan, and roadies in a chaotic Christmas carol singalong! The unique holiday performance on BBC Radio 1's Top Gear featured Rod Stewart singing "Away In A Manger" and a Christmas carol medley by a choir that included the Faces, their roadies, John Peel, Marc Bolan of T.Rex, and others. The festive broadcast captured the spirit of the era's wild camaraderie – glam rockers, DJs, and crew united in off-key holiday cheer. BBC Radio 1

T. Rex album review, titled "T. Rex goes funky," published in Melody Maker December 26, 1970, praising "The Children of Rarn" as "possibly one of the most beautiful songs heard this year." T. Rex goes funky T. REX "T. Rex" (Fly). "The Children of Rarn," which makes up the opening and closing tracks of this album, is possibly one of the most beautiful songs I've heard this year. It's a flying number, hovering over history, and yet flying towards a scientific dream spun by Bola

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s acoustic magic takes flight in Brighton – pure woodland wonder! Sounds, December 26, 1970.

T. Rex recorded a performance of "Ride A White Swan" at Point Cloud, Paris, on December 22, 1970. The performance was recorded in a Parisian cellar where bands were pitted against another band, with viewers invited to vote by postcard for their favorite.

Bolan brings the bop to Wiltshire – one night only! concert advert in Melody Maker, December 12, 1970.

T.Rex’s Play Poperama, Devizes on December 18, 1970, show with Freedom and Rinki Dink Show from 8 pm to 1 am, admission 12/ .Concert advert, published in Melody Maker music newspaper on December 12, 1970.

A NME HiFly 2 T. Rex Triumph Published in the UK on December 12, 1970, New Musical Express’s album review “Acceptance at Last for T. Rex” celebrated T. Rex’s T. Rex (HiFly 2) — their first album as a duo after dropping “Tyrannosaurus” and adding Mickey Finn. The review hailed Marc Bolan’s shift from underground folk to electric glam, calling it “the acceptance he’s been waiting for.” A landmark NME moment for the birth of T. Rex. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine

T.Rex go electric – the bassman who made the boogie thunder arrives! Melody Maker, December 12, 1970.

Fly Records' White Swan Magic Released in the UK as a 7-inch vinyl single on October 2, 1970, by Fly Records (catalogue: BUG 1), this catchy folk-glam rock song climbed to number 6 on the Official Singles Chart on December 12. It then dropped during the Christmas period before rising to its highest position of Number 2 on January 2. It remained in the Top 40 for 20 weeks. The track that prevented it from reaching No. 1 was Clive Dunn – Grandad. Single Overview Release Details