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Mystical Musings: 1970
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

T.Rex
Jan 1, 19702 min read


Mickey's First Tour
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

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Nov 20, 19691 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex: Top Gear Session (1969)
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"

T.Rex
Nov 16, 19691 min read


Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Cafe Au Go Go Finale
Seven Performances Conclude in NYC (Aug 21, 1969) The performance from the first night was included in the 2006 box set, Tyrannosaurus...

T.Rex
Aug 20, 19691 min read


Queen Elizabeth Hall: 1969
Tyrannosaurus Rex performed at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London on the January 13, 1969 They were supported by John Peel and Vytas Serelis. The programme contains 12 inside pages with song lyrics, images and various advertisements for EMI, NEMS and Apple. The programme measures 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10 inches x 8 inches) Two shows were performed on this evening, the first at 6.15 p.m. and the second at 9.00 p.m. Setlist: 'Conesuala', 'The Seal of Seasons', 'One Inch Rock', 'East

Tyrannosaurus Rex
Jan 12, 19692 min read


Paradise II Festival: 1968
Marc Bolan & Mickey Finn bring psychedelic folk to Utrecht’s first big Dutch pop bash! Tyrannosaurus Rex appeared at Paradise II, Margriethal – Jaarbeurs Utrecht, Holland, on December 28, 1968. The "Paradise II" festival was a landmark event in Dutch music history – a one-day psychedelic extravaganza inspired by the 14-Hour Technicolor Dream. Organized by Utrecht provo artist Bunk Bessels, it featured a diverse lineup of experimental and underground acts, drawing a huge crowd

Tyrannosaurus Rex
Dec 26, 19681 min read
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