1969: The Warlock Warlord

Unicorn – Album Overview Tyrannosaurus Rex’s third studio album, Unicorn, arrived in May 1969 as their most intricate and mystical work to date — a dense tapestry of psychedelic folk, mythic storytelling and increasingly ambitious arrangements. Recorded at Trident Studios, the album captured Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrin Took at the height of their acoustic, otherworldly partnership, just before their creative split later that year. Released on 16 May 1969 by Regal Zonophone

On May 5 1969, Tyrannosaurus Rex recorded a magical session at The Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, London for BBC Top Gear. The session, which included an interview with Brian Matthew, was broadcast across multiple dates in May and June 1969. RECORDING & BROADCAST DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan & Steve Peregrin Took) Studio: The Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, London Recorded: Monday, May 5 1969 Show: Top Gear (BBC Radio 1) Broadcast Dates:

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s legendary “Lion And Unicorn” tour concert at Manchester’s historic Free Trade Hall on Saturday, February 22, 1969, promoted by NEMS Enterprises, with David Bowie opening the show performing his experimental one-man mime act depicting China’s invasion of Tibet. Publication: Original Concert Poster + Signed Tour Programme Date: February 22, 1969 Country: United Kingdom Location: Free Trade Hall, Manchester THE STORY Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrin Took brought

A quirky, rhythmic folk-rock single from Tyrannosaurus Rex, “Pewter Suitor” showcased Marc Bolan’s poetic wordplay and mystical style during the duo’s acoustic era. Released as a non-album single, it highlighted their evolving sound just before the major transition to electric glam. Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Label: Regal Zonophone Date: January 17, 1969 Catalogue: RZ 3016 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Pewter Suitor” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visc