Marc Bolan celebration concert to mark 40th anniversary of his death

A one-off event has been announced to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Marc Bolan’s untimely death.

Published 27th Sep 2016

Taking place at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire on Friday 15th September 2017, the gig has been billed as a ‘once in a lifetime event celebrating the life and work of the phenomenal Marc Bolan and T.Rex.’

Soft Cell singer Marc Almond and tribute band T.Rextasy will headline with influential producer Tony Visconti conducting the Dirty Pretty Strings.

Special guests on the night include original T. Rex Saxophonist Howie Casey, Marc’s John’s Children co-band member Andy Ellison and more to be announced.

Tickets go on sale from Planet Rock Tickets at 9am on Friday 30th September - what would have been Marc’s 69th birthday.

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> It's the BIG one and most likely the LAST one as we're likely all gonna be too old in another 6 years. pic.twitter.com/tUX73oWbQa > > — Marc Almond (@MarcAlmond) September 19, 2016