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Rexmania Cover: 1972
cover and one-page feature in New Musical Express , January 22, 1972. AT the Boston Gliderdrome on Saturday, T. Rex turned the musical clock back to the early sixties. In scenes of hysteria and confusion unparalleled since the days of Beatlemania, thirty- three people fainted and one girl was taken to hospital after falling off the balcony in her excitement. Extra police were drafted in to cope with the crowd of more than five thousand including some from as far as Cardiff an

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Jan 22, 19722 min read


Birth Of A Monster Feature: 1972
A Record Mirror T. Rex Glam Origin Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Record Mirror’s one-page feature article “Birth Of A Monster” explored the explosive rise of T. Rex RECORD MIRROR, January 15, 1972 CONTINUING Val Mabbs' amazing three-part interview with Marc Bolan - the elfin prince who has inspired a new generation of almost hysterically dedicated girl fans; the ex-mod who has explored the supernatural in the cause of musical expression and who says of his decision

T.Rex
Jan 15, 19727 min read


Do Your Thing Thunderwing Advert: 1972
Bolan's Ballrooms Of Mars Poster Push Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page advert promoted a special double-sided T. Rex poster from Cauldron Promotions. One side featured a photograph of Marc Bolan; the other side showed photos of Marc and Mickey, plus Steve and Bill, along with "The Ballrooms of Mars" lyrics. Originally published as a souvenir for T. Rex's recent "Autumn Tour", the poster was supplied folded (though could be dispatched rolled),

T.Rex
Jan 15, 19722 min read


Starlight Rooms Boston Advert: 1972
A Melody Maker T. Rex Gig Promo Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page advert “Starlight Rooms Boston” promoted T. Rex’s upcoming performance at The Starlight Rooms, Boston Gliderdrome, in Lincolnshire — one of the most iconic and filmed T. Rex shows of the early glam era. The ad highlighted the gig as a major event, with footage later used in documentaries and posters. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January

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Jan 15, 19721 min read


Cut Price T. Rex Article: 1972
A Record Mirror T. Rex Reissue & Single Tease Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Record Mirror’s one-page article “Cut Price T. Rex” announced Fly Records’ plan to reissue all of T. Rex’s early albums (originally recorded as Tyrannosaurus Rex on Regal Zonophone/EMI). The sleeves would remain the same, but the Fly logo and label would be substituted. The albums were to be released in original order at bargain prices (exact dates and costs pending). The article also previ

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Jan 15, 19722 min read


T.Rex's Next Article: 1972
A Melody Maker Glam Future Tease Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page article “T.Rex's Next” previewed Marc Bolan’s upcoming plans after the massive success of “Ride A White Swan” and the shift to T. Rex. The feature discussed new singles, potential album direction, and the growing T. Rextasy wave — a forward-looking glimpse into Bolan’s 1972 dominance. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January 15, 1972. For

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Jan 15, 19721 min read


Electric Warrior Album: 1971
T. Rex's "Electric Warrior" resides at the number one position on the 50 albums chart as published in Record Mirror, January 15, 1972.

Charts
Jan 15, 19721 min read


24 Hours with T. Rex Article: 1972
Marc Bolan (left) and Mickey Finn are also incredibly similar on the inside: Both are playful, romantic types, but when necessary, they're just as tough as their sound.

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Jan 12, 19723 min read


T.Rex is King Article: 1972
A NME Glam Coronation Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, New Musical Express’s one-page feature article “T.Rex is King” crowned Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the undisputed monarchs of glam rock. The piece celebrated their chart domination, live charisma, and the T. Rextasy phenomenon sweeping Britain. A triumphant early 1972 declaration of Bolan’s kingship. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 8, 1972. Format: One-page fea

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Jan 8, 19721 min read


Rex Set For World Title: 1972
A NME T. Rextasy World Domination Scoop Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, New Musical Express’s article “Rex Set for World Title” declared T. Rex — led by Marc Bolan — poised for global domination. The piece highlighted their unstoppable UK run and predicted international conquest, capturing peak T. Rextasy momentum. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 8, 1972. Format: News article.

T.Rex
Jan 8, 19721 min read
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