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),

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

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

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

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

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

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.

A Record Mirror Glam Portrait Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, Record Mirror’s two-page feature “The Real Marc Bolan” offered an intimate portrait of Marc Bolan at the dawn of T. Rextasy. The article explored Bolan’s personality, his transition from Tyrannosaurus Rex to T. Rex, and the glam phenomenon taking over Britain. A key early 1972 glimpse into the man behind the feather boa. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: Record Mirror (UK). Date: January 8,

A Melody Maker Glam Independence Scoop Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page article “Bolan Launches Own Label” announced Marc Bolan’s bold move to create his own T.Rex Wax Co. imprint after leaving Fly Records. The piece detailed Bolan’s desire for greater creative control and the launch of the new label under EMI distribution. A pivotal moment in T. Rextasy’s evolution. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January