đź“° Round Table Rock - Article : Sep. 1971
- T.Rex
- Sep 11, 1971
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 30
A vibrant two-page report from the Weeley Festival, capturing the raw energy of Britain’s outdoor rock scene in the early glam era, with special focus on T. Rex’s performance.
Festival vibes, Hare Krishna chants, and T. Rex delivering pure electric magic to thousands.
Record Mirror
Date: September 11, 1971
Length: 5 min read
đź“° Key Highlights
• In-depth coverage of the 1971 Weeley Festival
• Strong review of T. Rex’s set and growing popularity
• Atmosphere of the festival and audience reactions
• Mentions of other acts including The Faces
• Snapshot of British rock festivals at the dawn of glam
đź“° Overview
Published on September 11, 1971, this Record Mirror feature reviews the Weeley Festival, highlighting it as proof that British rock festivals still had life after the decline of events like Woodstock. T. Rex are presented as one of the standout acts, delivering a powerful performance that showcased their rising star power.
đź“° Source Details
Publication / Venue: Record Mirror
Date: September 11, 1971
Format: Festival report / Two-page feature
Provenance Notes: Original 1971 Record Mirror magazine spread.
đź“° The Story
The article paints a vivid picture of the Weeley Festival, noting both its successes and challenges. It praises T. Rex’s dynamic live show and their ability to connect with the crowd, while also covering the overall festival atmosphere, including free chants from Hare Krishna devotees and performances by other major acts like The Faces.
đź“° Visual Archive
Two-page spread featuring live black-and-white photos of The Faces performing on stage and festival crowds, with bold headlines and dense text columns typical of early 70s music papers.
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đź“° Closing Notes
This 1971 Record Mirror report captures the optimistic, slightly chaotic spirit of British rock festivals just as glam was taking over — with T. Rex emerging as one of the most exciting new forces in live music.
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