Marc Bolan

The Profile

Marc Bolan (born Mark Feld, 1947–1977) was an English singer-songwriter and guitarist, leader of T. Rex and a pioneer of glam rock.

Frontman of T. Rex; pioneer of glam rock; notable recordings include the 1971 album Electric Warrior and the single "Get It On"; often produced by Tony Visconti; career active until his death in a car crash in 1977.

The review praises Marc Bolan as a founding figure of glam rock, highlighting Electric Warrior and singles such as Get It On and Jeepster. It contrasts Bolan's spontaneous charisma with David Bowie's more studied persona and notes Tony Visconti's production role.