The Official Marc Bolan Fan Club

14-06-2013

Please support this event for a very worthwhile cause.

08-06-2013

SWEDISH BOP!

03-06-2013

We remember fabulous Mickey Finn, who would have celebrated his 66th Birthday today. R.I.P.

20-05-2013

Remembering the brilliant Steve Currie on what would have been his 66th Birthday.
R.I.P.

08-05-2013

Happy 69th Birthday to Bill Legend!
All the best from the OMBFC.

04-05-2013

Wishing everyone a safe trip to Newcastle & I'll see you tonight!

28-04-2013

NEWCASTLE BELTANE BOP!

Sorry I haven't been on here much with updates but ......LESS THAN 1 WEEK TO GO!!!!!
NEWCASTLE BELTANE BOP!
Marc Bolan and T.Rex Disco. Live performance by the brilliant Strange Orchestra.
For all the Boppers who still 'Keep A Little Marc In Your Heart!'

DATE -
Saturday 4th May 2013, doors open 6pm, ends 1am. Please use entrance to the right of the building, next to the lift.

VENUE -
Shearer's Bar,
Newcastle United Football Club,
St James Park,
St James Boulevard,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE1 4ST.

Pay at door, £5 per person. Proceeds going to a cancer-related cause.
We have a raffle with some FAB prizes - profits going to CICRA (Crohns In
Childhood Research Association).
Merchandise available.
Please contact londonbop@yahoo.co.uk for any further details.
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/events/328056310631839/

28-04-2013

In memory of Steve Currie, 32 years on.
R.I.P.

22-04-2013

Thinking of you Milan. I miss you, my lovely friend.
R.I.P.

02-04-2013

The 40th Anniversary 'The Slider' vinyl is available separately now. For more details see the Demon/Edsel site at http://www.demonmusicgroup.co.uk/Product.aspx?ProductID=6290#PI

and it is available from Amazon- http://www.amazon.co.uk/Slider-VINYL-T-Rex/dp/B00B1MBJ6U/ref=sr_1_4?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1363612723&sr=1-4

22-03-2013

RECORD STORE DAY 20th April 2013.
Demon are to release a double 7" 'Marc Bolan Maxi Pack' as follows-

Artist: Marc Bolan

Title: Marc Bolan Maxi Pack – Double 7” Gatefold Package.

Cat No: BOLAN5

Quantity: Limited to 1500

Info: Deluxe gatefold package highlighting the only two singles from this era that Bolan issued on the EMI label, one a duet version of an old Phil Spector song with Gloria Jones, the other using the Big Carrot pseudonym.

7” 1: Marc Bolan & Gloria Jones: To Know You Is To Love You / City Port

7” 2: Big Carrot: Blackjack / Squint Eye Mangle.

Also, Ty Segall will release a sequel on RSD to his 2011 Ty Rex EP, entitled 'Ty Rex 2'. It features a pair of T.Rex covers, Cat Black (Wizards Hat) & The Motivator, on 7" vinyl.

16-03-2013

Happy 40th Birthday to the fab Tanx album!

07-03-2013

The legendary JOHN'S CHILDREN release a new recording of CORNFLAKE ZOO, on a double sided single with the HYPNOTIC EYE'S recording of SMASHED BLOCKED.
Mixed at ELECTRIC LADYLAND NEW YORK.
Just 300 copies available on RECORD STORE DAY, 20th April.

01-03-2013

I'm very happy to announce that the brilliant Strange Orchestra will be playing at this year's Newcastle Beltane Bop!
Thanks so much to Gordon & Marc for arranging to do this for us.

10-02-2013

Today we remember John's Children drummer Chris Townson, who passed away 10th February 2008. R.I.P.

02-02-2013

I can confirm that Shearer's has been booked for the Newcastle Bop to go ahead on Saturday 4th May 2013!
Please spread the word as we still need lots more people to come along.
Everyone will be able to pay at the door (cost £5), & all proceeds will be going to a very good cause.
Please also see our event on Facebook- http://www.facebook.com/events/328056310631839/

Venue-
Shearer's Bar,
Newcastle United Football Club,
St James Park,
St James Boulevard,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE1 4ST.

Marc Bolan/T.Rex disco, video screens, raffle.

30-01-2013

Marc & June were married 43 years ago today!

28-01-2013

Remembering T.Rex keyboard player Dino Dines, who passed away 9 years ago on 28th January 2004. R.I.P.

11-01-2013

Respectfully remembering Marc's Mum, Phyllis Winifred Feld (nee Atkins), who passed away on 11th January 1991.

We are also thinking of Mickey Finn, who passed away 10 years ago on 11th January 2003.

R.I.P.

01-01-2013

OMBFC News - January 2013 - Happy New Year!

Wishing everyone a Cosmic and Golden New Year!

2012:
2012 proved to be a fantastic year with various events and releases commemorating Marc's 35th Anniversary.
In September this was marked by the unveiling of a beautiful bench at Golders Green, the London Bop, some very special shows held by TooREX and T.Rextasy and guests, along with a second season of the Marc Bolan Musical. Marc was remembered on various radio stations too, along with the many continued mentions throughout the year in the press, TV ads and films, exhibitions, and he was even represented in a music display at the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony!
On Record Store Day in April we all queued up for the 'Telegram Sam/Metal Guru' single and 'Electric Sevens' set, and other releases included the KCRW EP Remixes in July, followed up in September by the T.Rex Regeneration 'Childlike Men/Hey Let's Do It', then in October 'The Slider 40th Anniversary Boxed Set'. Not forgetting the tribute CDs, 'Sitting Here' by Dave Appleyard and friends, and 'A Questing Tale' by Strange Orchestra.
Book releases in 2012 were 'Cosmic Dancer - The Life And Music Of Marc Bolan' by Paul Roland, and 'Ride A White Swan - The Lives And Death Of Marc Bolan' by Lesley-Ann Jones, both very interesting, and sometimes surprising, reads.
More recently, Marc was featured in a Hackney exhibition about 'Stamford Hill Mods'!

2013:
Although a few changes are expected next September regarding venues, the usual events will be going ahead. Many details are still to be confirmed but these and some other events are listed below. Keep watching our website for any updates.
Fingers are crossed for the Marc Bolan Musical to be performed in central London this year.
Dare we hope for a 'Tanx' Anniversary release?
Many thanks to all who have supported and continue to support the OMBFC and also the Marc Bolan Memorial Fund, it is much appreciated.

2013 Bops And Events-
May 2013:
PROVISIONAL - TO BE CONFIRMED!
Newcastle Beltane Bop,
Shearer's Bar,
Newcastle United Football Club,
St James Park,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE1 4ST.
Saturday 4th May 2013 appears to be the most popular date amongst members so far! If this event is to go ahead we need to know as soon as possible, so please email londonbop@yahoo.co.uk if you are interested in coming along, or post a message on our forum.
Marc Bolan and T.Rex Disco. Raffle. Doors open 6pm.
The venue has 4 very large screens around the walls, along with smaller TV screens, which will be showing some fab T.Rex DVDs throughout the night!

June 2013:
Wigan Bop.
Awaiting details - date and venue to be confirmed.

Friday 12th and Saturday 13th July 2013:
Swedish Bop.
To be held in Stocka, Gävleborg.
OMBFC members Sven and Marianne are organising this 2 day event and have sent the following info-
We call it: Marc Bolan Swedish Bop 2013 and we have a group page on facebook with the same name.
Date: 12-13 July a two day party (Friday and Saturday) Accomodations: www.kustleden.com and more.
On stage: Strange Orchestra, The Blacksmiths, Erica Lundqvist Band and more musicians and bands are coming.
DJ: Dave Herron (He will also record Marc Bolan Radioshow at the Bop) (looking for funds for his trip right now)
Invited celebrities: Jeff Dexter (will come if his health is ok). Andy Ellison (want to come, will let us know shortly)
The program is not yet complete. But Ronny Svensson is trying to get Hans Hatwig to come. (Journalist and fotografer that spent time with Marc at his last gig in Stockholm -77. He took a lot of pictures, and was filming as well!! Hempo Hildén (did the sound at the same gig) will come and tell the fans about and around Marcs Last Performance. Also trying to convince a girl that was there and took a lot of pictures if we could show her pictures. Many of these pictures have not been published before.
Place: Address: Gamla Smedjan, 82074 Stocka, Sweden (Approx. 3 hours north of Stockholm by car, on the Baltic coastline)
Stockholm airports: Skavsta airport (Ryan Air), Arlanda airport.
Closest airport: Midlanda airport (Sundsvall).
Program for the weekend (not complete though): Friday: A chef will serve food, beer or soft drink incl. We´ll watch Born to Boogie at our cinema (great sound system!). DJ and bands will play. Bar open as long as we want (we own the place). Late night snack: Hotdogs and chips.
Saturday: during the day we take all the fans out to an Island for more music and our chef will barbeque our dinner. Vegetarian food available.
Back to Smedjan: More music, DJ, bands. Bar open all day (and night) Our chef will fix us evening snack.
Our Chevy bus (Electric warrior van) with driver will be available all weekend for the fans.
Host: Sven Å. Sandberg, Marianne von Rost w. friends.
"Stage" host: Ronny Svensson.
A film team (Roadside picnic) will be filming all weekend. The plan is to make a documentary about the T.Rex and Marc Bolan fans.
No ticket prices are set at this moment.
Just a little background to our place Smedjan. I think the English translation are Smithy (blacksmith)
Smedjan is a section of Stocka old sawmill (closed in -93). Marianne and I bought it -06. We got both our small businesses there. I restore cars and bikes. Marianne restore antique furniture (she also works at the local school). The "fun room" I started to build about 3 years ago because I picked up my guitar playing again after many years. So I needed a stage ofcourse, lol. And a bar to calm my guitar nerves at before performance. We´re also involved in a local filmfestival (Stocka filmfestival), and show films that needs a good sound system at our place. Seats for 50-80 people. Last movie showed, Searching for sugarman. Marianne and I are new to the London events in Golders Green and we really enjoy the time there and the fans. However I´ve been a fan since -72. We hope as many as possible can come to visit our place, and we´ll do our best for YOU to enjoy your stay here in Stocka Sweden.

Friday 13th September OR Sunday 15th September 2013:
OMBFC Members Pre-Bop Night!
Golders Green.
Date to be confirmed - Please email londonbop@yahoo.co.uk or post your preference on our forum.
The current manager is leaving which means the future of The White Swan is uncertain. In the event of The White Swan not being available, another venue may be possible.

Saturday 14th September 2013:
TooREX 36th Anniversary Show,
The Half Moon,
93, Lower Richmond Road,
Putney,
London,
SW15.
Tickets £14.56 (inc charges), available from the Half Moon website/Ticketmaster http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/toorex-tickets/17285.

Saturday 14th September 2013:
T.Rextasy 36th Anniversary Show,
O2 Academy,
16, Parkfield Street,
Islington,
London,
N1 0PS.
Special guest to be announced.
Tickets £16.87 (inc charges), available from http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/t-rextasy--commemorative-anniversary-show-tickets/1299?brand=o2academyislington&camefrom=amg

Monday 16th September 2013:
Memorial For Marc,
Golders Green Crematorium,
Hoop Lane,
Golders Green,
London,
NW11 7NL.
2pm start. A gathering of fans, family and friends to remember Marc on his 36th Anniversary.

Followed by.....
THE LONDON BOP!
As the future of The Castle is not yet confirmed, please watch this space!
Any suggestions for alternative venues would be welcome.

Saturday 28th September 2013 (To be confirmed):
Birmingham Bop,
Aston Social Club,
Aston Hall Road,
Aston,
Birmingham,
B6 7LB.
Contact Michael at michael.a.green@btinternet.com for details.

December 2013:
OMBFC Rexmas Bop anyone?
First Saturday in December as in previous years maybe?

Boogie On!
x Susu x
***************************************************

31-12-2012

Happy New Year, einen guten Rutsch, Feliz Año Nuevo, Bonne année, Gott Nytt År, Godt nytår & よいお年を to everyone!
Hoping that 2013 brings love, peace, happiness, health & wealth to all fans all over the world.

24-12-2012

HAPPY CHRISTMAS!
Wishing everyone a Happy & Cosmic T.Rexmas and A Golden New Year.
Many thanks for your kind wishes, cards, texts, and emails, and for your support for Marc throughout the year.

27-11-2012

20TH CENTURY BOY - THE MUSICAL.
You can nominate the cast of the 20th Century Boy musical in the Whats On Stage Awards, but there are only a few days left to do this!
Go to http://awards.whatsonstage.com/awards/nominations for further information. (You can vote more than once so feel free to do so!!)

Have your say at awards.whatsonstage.com via @Whatsonstage too.

11-11-2012

Rolan has confirmed that he will be over next year for his tour.

11-11-2012

06-11-2012

It is rumoured that Rolan's November tour has been cancelled & it is hoped to be rescheduled for early next year, however, Rolan denies this & asks us to await further information.

03-11-2012

*** NEWSFLASH***
Due to passport problems, Rolan Bolan is unable to attend some of the shows listed below. It is hoped that Rolan is able to get here for the shows starting on 8th November, but as Rolan is still trying to resolve his passport issues his agent is reviewing the situation daily.
An update is expected by Monday.

02-11-2012

JOHN'S CHILDREN.
John's Children will be playing a rare London gig this Sunday 11th November at The Lexington, 96-98 Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JB. Morrissey's guitarist Boz Boorer will be added to the line up.
John's Children rehearsal!

27-10-2012

Remembering Steve Took (born Stephen Ross Porter), who passed away 32 years ago today at the age of 31. R.I.P.

19-10-2012

Happy Birthday to Gloria Jones!

Latest News 14-06-2013 Please support this event for a very worthwhile cause. 08-06-2013 SWEDISH BOP! 03-06-2013 We remember fabulous Mickey Finn, who would have celebrated his 66th Birthday today. R.I.P. 20-05-2013 Remembering the brilliant Steve Currie on what would have been his 66th Birthday. R.I.P. 08-05-2013 Happy 69th Birthday to Bill Legend! All the best from the OMBFC. 04-05-2013 Wishing everyone a safe trip to Newcastle & I'll see you tonight! 28-04-2013 NEWCASTLE BELTANE BOP! Sorry I haven't been on here much with updates but ......LESS THAN 1 WEEK TO GO!!!!! NEWCASTLE BELTANE BOP! Marc Bolan and T.Rex Disco. Live performance by the brilliant Strange Orchestra. For all the Boppers who still 'Keep A Little Marc In Your Heart!' DATE - Saturday 4th May 2013, doors open 6pm, ends 1am. Please use entrance to the right of the building, next to the lift. VENUE - Shearer's Bar, Newcastle United Football Club, St James Park, St James Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4ST. Pay at door, £5 per person. Proceeds going to a cancer-related cause. We have a raffle with some FAB prizes - profits going to CICRA (Crohns In Childhood Research Association). Merchandise available. Please contact londonbop@yahoo.co.uk for any further details. Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/events/328056310631839/ 28-04-2013 In memory of Steve Currie, 32 years on. R.I.P. 22-04-2013 Thinking of you Milan. I miss you, my lovely friend. R.I.P. 02-04-2013 The 40th Anniversary 'The Slider' vinyl is available separately now. For more details see the Demon/Edsel site at http://www.demonmusicgroup.co.uk/Product.aspx?ProductID=6290#PI and it is available from Amazon- http://www.amazon.co.uk/Slider-VINYL-T-Rex/dp/B00B1MBJ6U/ref=sr_1_4?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1363612723&sr=1-4 22-03-2013 RECORD STORE DAY 20th April 2013. Demon are to release a double 7" 'Marc Bolan Maxi Pack' as follows- Artist: Marc Bolan Title: Marc Bolan Maxi Pack – Double 7” Gatefold Package. Cat No: BOLAN5 Quantity: Limited to 1500 Info: Deluxe gatefold package highlighting the only two singles from this era that Bolan issued on the EMI label, one a duet version of an old Phil Spector song with Gloria Jones, the other using the Big Carrot pseudonym. 7” 1: Marc Bolan & Gloria Jones: To Know You Is To Love You / City Port 7” 2: Big Carrot: Blackjack / Squint Eye Mangle. Also, Ty Segall will release a sequel on RSD to his 2011 Ty Rex EP, entitled 'Ty Rex 2'. It features a pair of T.Rex covers, Cat Black (Wizards Hat) & The Motivator, on 7" vinyl. 16-03-2013 Happy 40th Birthday to the fab Tanx album! 07-03-2013 The legendary JOHN'S CHILDREN release a new recording of CORNFLAKE ZOO, on a double sided single with the HYPNOTIC EYE'S recording of SMASHED BLOCKED. Mixed at ELECTRIC LADYLAND NEW YORK. Just 300 copies available on RECORD STORE DAY, 20th April. 01-03-2013 I'm very happy to announce that the brilliant Strange Orchestra will be playing at this year's Newcastle Beltane Bop! Thanks so much to Gordon & Marc for arranging to do this for us. 10-02-2013 Today we remember John's Children drummer Chris Townson, who passed away 10th February 2008. R.I.P. 02-02-2013 I can confirm that Shearer's has been booked for the Newcastle Bop to go ahead on Saturday 4th May 2013! Please spread the word as we still need lots more people to come along. Everyone will be able to pay at the door (cost £5), & all proceeds will be going to a very good cause. Please also see our event on Facebook- http://www.facebook.com/events/328056310631839/ Venue- Shearer's Bar, Newcastle United Football Club, St James Park, St James Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4ST. Marc Bolan/T.Rex disco, video screens, raffle. 30-01-2013 Marc & June were married 43 years ago today! 28-01-2013 Remembering T.Rex keyboard player Dino Dines, who passed away 9 years ago on 28th January 2004. R.I.P. 11-01-2013 Respectfully remembering Marc's Mum, Phyllis Winifred Feld (nee Atkins), who passed away on 11th January 1991. We are also thinking of Mickey Finn, who passed away 10 years ago on 11th January 2003. R.I.P. 01-01-2013 OMBFC News - January 2013 - Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a Cosmic and Golden New Year! 2012: 2012 proved to be a fantastic year with various events and releases commemorating Marc's 35th Anniversary. In September this was marked by the unveiling of a beautiful bench at Golders Green, the London Bop, some very special shows held by TooREX and T.Rextasy and guests, along with a second season of the Marc Bolan Musical. Marc was remembered on various radio stations too, along with the many continued mentions throughout the year in the press, TV ads and films, exhibitions, and he was even represented in a music display at the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony! On Record Store Day in April we all queued up for the 'Telegram Sam/Metal Guru' single and 'Electric Sevens' set, and other releases included the KCRW EP Remixes in July, followed up in September by the T.Rex Regeneration 'Childlike Men/Hey Let's Do It', then in October 'The Slider 40th Anniversary Boxed Set'. Not forgetting the tribute CDs, 'Sitting Here' by Dave Appleyard and friends, and 'A Questing Tale' by Strange Orchestra. Book releases in 2012 were 'Cosmic Dancer - The Life And Music Of Marc Bolan' by Paul Roland, and 'Ride A White Swan - The Lives And Death Of Marc Bolan' by Lesley-Ann Jones, both very interesting, and sometimes surprising, reads. More recently, Marc was featured in a Hackney exhibition about 'Stamford Hill Mods'! 2013: Although a few changes are expected next September regarding venues, the usual events will be going ahead. Many details are still to be confirmed but these and some other events are listed below. Keep watching our website for any updates. Fingers are crossed for the Marc Bolan Musical to be performed in central London this year. Dare we hope for a 'Tanx' Anniversary release? Many thanks to all who have supported and continue to support the OMBFC and also the Marc Bolan Memorial Fund, it is much appreciated. 2013 Bops And Events- May 2013: PROVISIONAL - TO BE CONFIRMED! Newcastle Beltane Bop, Shearer's Bar, Newcastle United Football Club, St James Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4ST. Saturday 4th May 2013 appears to be the most popular date amongst members so far! If this event is to go ahead we need to know as soon as possible, so please email londonbop@yahoo.co.uk if you are interested in coming along, or post a message on our forum. Marc Bolan and T.Rex Disco. Raffle. Doors open 6pm. The venue has 4 very large screens around the walls, along with smaller TV screens, which will be showing some fab T.Rex DVDs throughout the night! June 2013: Wigan Bop. Awaiting details - date and venue to be confirmed. Friday 12th and Saturday 13th July 2013: Swedish Bop. To be held in Stocka, Gävleborg. OMBFC members Sven and Marianne are organising this 2 day event and have sent the following info- We call it: Marc Bolan Swedish Bop 2013 and we have a group page on facebook with the same name. Date: 12-13 July a two day party (Friday and Saturday) Accomodations: www.kustleden.com and more. On stage: Strange Orchestra, The Blacksmiths, Erica Lundqvist Band and more musicians and bands are coming. DJ: Dave Herron (He will also record Marc Bolan Radioshow at the Bop) (looking for funds for his trip right now) Invited celebrities: Jeff Dexter (will come if his health is ok). Andy Ellison (want to come, will let us know shortly) The program is not yet complete. But Ronny Svensson is trying to get Hans Hatwig to come. (Journalist and fotografer that spent time with Marc at his last gig in Stockholm -77. He took a lot of pictures, and was filming as well!! Hempo Hildén (did the sound at the same gig) will come and tell the fans about and around Marcs Last Performance. Also trying to convince a girl that was there and took a lot of pictures if we could show her pictures. Many of these pictures have not been published before. Place: Address: Gamla Smedjan, 82074 Stocka, Sweden (Approx. 3 hours north of Stockholm by car, on the Baltic coastline) Stockholm airports: Skavsta airport (Ryan Air), Arlanda airport. Closest airport: Midlanda airport (Sundsvall). Program for the weekend (not complete though): Friday: A chef will serve food, beer or soft drink incl. We´ll watch Born to Boogie at our cinema (great sound system!). DJ and bands will play. Bar open as long as we want (we own the place). Late night snack: Hotdogs and chips. Saturday: during the day we take all the fans out to an Island for more music and our chef will barbeque our dinner. Vegetarian food available. Back to Smedjan: More music, DJ, bands. Bar open all day (and night) Our chef will fix us evening snack. Our Chevy bus (Electric warrior van) with driver will be available all weekend for the fans. Host: Sven Å. Sandberg, Marianne von Rost w. friends. "Stage" host: Ronny Svensson. A film team (Roadside picnic) will be filming all weekend. The plan is to make a documentary about the T.Rex and Marc Bolan fans. No ticket prices are set at this moment. Just a little background to our place Smedjan. I think the English translation are Smithy (blacksmith) Smedjan is a section of Stocka old sawmill (closed in -93). Marianne and I bought it -06. We got both our small businesses there. I restore cars and bikes. Marianne restore antique furniture (she also works at the local school). The "fun room" I started to build about 3 years ago because I picked up my guitar playing again after many years. So I needed a stage ofcourse, lol. And a bar to calm my guitar nerves at before performance. We´re also involved in a local filmfestival (Stocka filmfestival), and show films that needs a good sound system at our place. Seats for 50-80 people. Last movie showed, Searching for sugarman. Marianne and I are new to the London events in Golders Green and we really enjoy the time there and the fans. However I´ve been a fan since -72. We hope as many as possible can come to visit our place, and we´ll do our best for YOU to enjoy your stay here in Stocka Sweden. Friday 13th September OR Sunday 15th September 2013: OMBFC Members Pre-Bop Night! Golders Green. Date to be confirmed - Please email londonbop@yahoo.co.uk or post your preference on our forum. The current manager is leaving which means the future of The White Swan is uncertain. In the event of The White Swan not being available, another venue may be possible. Saturday 14th September 2013: TooREX 36th Anniversary Show, The Half Moon, 93, Lower Richmond Road, Putney, London, SW15. Tickets £14.56 (inc charges), available from the Half Moon website/Ticketmaster http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/toorex-tickets/17285. Saturday 14th September 2013: T.Rextasy 36th Anniversary Show, O2 Academy, 16, Parkfield Street, Islington, London, N1 0PS. Special guest to be announced. Tickets £16.87 (inc charges), available from http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/t-rextasy--commemorative-anniversary-show-tickets/1299?brand=o2academyislington&camefrom=amg Monday 16th September 2013: Memorial For Marc, Golders Green Crematorium, Hoop Lane, Golders Green, London, NW11 7NL. 2pm start. A gathering of fans, family and friends to remember Marc on his 36th Anniversary. Followed by..... THE LONDON BOP! As the future of The Castle is not yet confirmed, please watch this space! Any suggestions for alternative venues would be welcome. Saturday 28th September 2013 (To be confirmed): Birmingham Bop, Aston Social Club, Aston Hall Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 7LB. Contact Michael at michael.a.green@btinternet.com for details. December 2013: OMBFC Rexmas Bop anyone? First Saturday in December as in previous years maybe? Boogie On! x Susu x ************************************************* 31-12-2012 Happy New Year, einen guten Rutsch, Feliz Año Nuevo, Bonne année, Gott Nytt År, Godt nytår & よいお年を to everyone! Hoping that 2013 brings love, peace, happiness, health & wealth to all fans all over the world. 24-12-2012 HAPPY CHRISTMAS! Wishing everyone a Happy & Cosmic T.Rexmas and A Golden New Year. Many thanks for your kind wishes, cards, texts, and emails, and for your support for Marc throughout the year. 27-11-2012 20TH CENTURY BOY - THE MUSICAL. You can nominate the cast of the 20th Century Boy musical in the Whats On Stage Awards, but there are only a few days left to do this! Go to http://awards.whatsonstage.com/awards/nominations for further information. (You can vote more than once so feel free to do so!!) Have your say at awards.whatsonstage.com via @Whatsonstage too. 11-11-2012 Rolan has confirmed that he will be over next year for his tour. 11-11-2012 06-11-2012 It is rumoured that Rolan's November tour has been cancelled & it is hoped to be rescheduled for early next year, however, Rolan denies this & asks us to await further information. 03-11-2012 * NEWSFLASH*** Due to passport problems, Rolan Bolan is unable to attend some of the shows listed below. It is hoped that Rolan is able to get here for the shows starting on 8th November, but as Rolan is still trying to resolve his passport issues his agent is reviewing the situation daily. An update is expected by Monday. 02-11-2012 JOHN'S CHILDREN. John's Children will be playing a rare London gig this Sunday 11th November at The Lexington, 96-98 Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JB. Morrissey's guitarist Boz Boorer will be added to the line up. John's Children rehearsal! 27-10-2012 Remembering Steve Took (born Stephen Ross Porter), who passed away 32 years ago today at the age of 31. R.I.P. 19-10-2012 Happy Birthday to Gloria Jones!