A fiery letter from a devoted T. Rex fan reacting to Marc Bolan’s January 7 appearance on The Cilla Black Show, praising the band’s performance while criticising Cilla for interrupting “Life’s A Gas.”

A studio taping for Musikladen captures T. Rex performing “20th Century Boy” and an unfinished take of “Buick Mackane.” Two versions of “20th Century Boy” were filmed, later combined for broadcast, while “Buick Mackane” remained unreleased until an accidental airing in 1974.

A politically charged week in British music: unions rally behind the Strawbs, T. Rex prepare for a world tour with no UK dates, and Slade gear up for another chart assault.

Centerfold calendar Fabulous 208 Magazine February 1973.

Bolan's Fan Q&A in Popswop Published in the UK on January 20, 1973, Popswop magazine’s cover and one-page article “Marc Bolan Answers” featured Marc Bolan responding to fan questions submitted by Pat Cooper of Wigan, Lancashire. The cover showcased Bolan in full early glam splendour, with the article offering a charming, personal glimpse into his ambitions, family, tastes, and off-stage life during the rapid rise of T. Rextasy. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: P

A T. Rex Record Mirror Glam Spotlight Published in the UK on January 6, 1973, Record Mirror’s cover featured Marc Bolan. A classic New Year glam kick-off. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Record Mirror (UK). Date: January 6, 1973. Format: Front cover

Marc Bolan invades Elton’s French paradise – glam meets château rock! hree-page feature in Music Scene, January 1, 1973. More Bolan French escapades added weekly. to next page Below...

Popfoto Magazine, January 1, 1973.

Bolan’s glam extravaganza hits the big screen – Born To Boogie invades cinemas! T.Rex’s Born To Boogie, a half-page advert in Melody Maker, December 30, 1972. More Bolan cinematic magic added weekly.

Bolan’s glam stomp closes out the year with “Metal Guru”! T.Rex’s performance of “Metal Guru” – recorded on December 21, 1972 – was broadcast on the Christmas edition of Top of the Pops on December 28, 1972. The festive special featured Bolan in full glam glory, delivering the catchy #1 hit with his signature strut and electric energy. More festive T.Rex magic added weekly!