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Marc Bolan ( / ˈboʊlən / BOH-lən; born Mark Feld; 30 September 1947 – 16 September 1977) was an English guitarist, singer-songwriter and poet. He was a pioneer of the glam rock movement in the early 1970s with his band T. Rex. [1] Bolan strongly influenced artists of many genres, including glam rock, punk, post-punk, new wave, indie rock ...
Sep 16, 2021 · By Geoff Barton. ( Classic Rock ) last updated 16 September 2022. Marc Bolan, the Guru Of Glitter, was killed in a car crash in 1977 – just as his career was on the rise again. This is the story of his final hours.
T. Rex (originally Tyrannosaurus Rex) were an English rock band, formed in 1967 by singer-songwriter and guitarist Marc Bolan, who was their leader, frontman and only consistent member. Though initially associated with the psychedelic folk genre, Bolan began to change the band's style towards electric rock in 1969, and shortened their name to T ...
- 1967–1977
- London, England
Nov 3, 1977 · The web page reports the death of Marc Bolan, the leader of T. Rex, in a car crash in 1977. It covers his career, his personal struggles, and his recent comeback in the British music scene. It also quotes Bowie's tribute to him as "the greatest little giant in the world".
Sep 4, 2020 · Why Marc Bolan was 'the perfect pop star', by Elton John, U2 and more. ‘I drive a Rolls-Royce / ’Cos it’s good for my voice’ ... Marc Bolan in 1973. Photograph: Roger Bamber/Rex ...
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Feb 16, 2022 · Learn about Marc Bolan, the glam rock icon who fronted T Rex and inspired David Bowie and Gary Numan. Find out his real name, age, children, car crash and more.
Sep 30, 2016 · Learn how Marc Bolan, the cosmic dancer and rock poet, created one of the defining albums of glam rock in 1971. Discover the stories behind the songs, the influences, the sessions and the legacy of Electric Warrior.
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