Mark Feld, born in London, was always destined to be a star. Even as a teenager he was already seeking fame. Well known as a sharp dresser, he was employed by a modeling agency and became a "John Temple Boy", wearing John Temple suits in their catalogs as well as becoming a cardboard cutout displayed in their shop windows. Many initial attempts to get into the music business failed, and so he turned to acting, landing several character parts in some TV shows including a juvenile delinquent on the 'Sam Kydd' , among others. However, due to the rise of 1970s soul music, by 1975 Bolan's career was in decline, at least sales-wise. As a leading figure of the punk movement in the UK, he provided a forum for new acts to appear on TV via his own music program. Cruelly, just when he was on the rebound, Marc died in a car crash in 1977.
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Came to fame with his acoustic band Tyrannosaurus Rex.
With his electric band T. Rex , he started the Glam Rock movement in the United Kingdom.
Marc Bolan passed away on September 16, 1977, only two weeks from what would have been his 30th birthday on September 30.
He was cremated after death and his ashes were interred at Golders Green Crematorium in North London, England.
His song "Jeepster" was covered by former Marillion singer Fish on his 1993 album "Songs from the Mirror".
His father Simeon Feld was a lorry driver.
Parents were Simeon and Phyllis Feld; had one younger brother: Harry Feld.
His greatest inspirations were Bob Dylan , The Beatles , Elvis Presley , Cliff Richard and The Beach Boys.
Was in the 1960s rock group called Johns Children, playing guitar and doing backing vocals.
Was named after his father Simeons late brother Mark Feld.
Despite his love for cars, he never learned how to drive, fearing a premature death.
Played guitar on the Electric Light Orchestra single "Ma-Ma-Ma Belle" (though he was uncredited in the liner notes).
Was one of the many guest musicians on Ringo Starr s 1973 self-titled album.
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