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12" Boogie: The Albums
Explore the complete album journey of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, from the earliest Tyrannosaurus Rex recordings to the groundbreaking releases that transformed popular music. Featuring original albums, reissues, deluxe editions, international variations, track listings, artwork, release histories, and collector insights, this category chronicles the records that showcased Marc's creativity, innovation, and musical evolution while securing his place among rock's most influential and enduring icons.
Tyrannosaurus Rex (June 6, 1970) - A Beard of Stars Album LP: US
Tyrannosaurus Rex’s fourth studio album A Beard of Stars marked a pivotal transition from pure acoustic psychedelic folk toward an electric sound, introducing Mickey Finn after Steve Peregrin Took’s departure and showcasing Marc Bolan’s growing confidence with guitar and production. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: A Beard of Stars Date: June 6, 1970 (US) Label: Blue Thumb (US) / Regal Zonophone (UK) Format / Type:Album Country: United States Cat
1970
Jun 5, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 13, 1970) A Beard of Stars Album (UK)
The final Tyrannosaurus Rex album — and the first spark of Bolan’s electric future.
1970
Mar 12, 19702 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 16 1969) - Unicorn Album MN & ST: UK
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
Tyrannosaurus Rex
May 15, 19693 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (November 1, 1968) Prophets, Seers & Sages The Angels of the Ages LP (Mono / Stereo)
Tyrannosaurus Rex’s second album, Prophets, Seers & Sages The Angels of the Ages, released just four months after their debut, deepened Marc Bolan’s mystical psychedelic folk vision with richer acoustic arrangements and Steve Peregrin Took’s eclectic percussion. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: Prophets, Seers & Sages The Angels of the Ages Date: November 1, 1968 Label: Regal Zonophone Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Mono & Stereo editions) Countr
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Oct 31, 19682 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (July 5, 1968) My People Were Fair and Had Sky in Their Hair... LP (Mono / Stereo)
Tyrannosaurus Rex (July 5, 1968) My People Were Fair and Had Sky in Their Hair... But Now They're Content to Wear Stars on Their Brows LP (Mono / Stereo) RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: My People Were Fair and Had Sky in Their Hair... But Now They're Content to Wear Stars on Their Brows Date: July 5, 1968 Label: Regal Zonophone Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Mono & Stereo editions) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: Stereo: SLRZ 1003 Mono: LRZ 1
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Jul 4, 19682 min read
Tyrannosaurus Rex (April 16, 1968) – My People Were Fair and Had Sky in Their Hair, but Now They're Content to Wear Stars on Their Brows Acetates (Single-Sided Emidisc Mono)
These are single-sided Emidisc recording blank acetates for Tyrannosaurus Rex’s debut album My People Were Fair and Had Sky in Their Hair, but Now They’re Content to Wear Stars on Their Brows. The disc shown is Side II, marked in green ink with the artist name, side designation, date “16 4 68”, “MONO”, and “33⅓ rpm”. Manufactured in Great Britain as a recording blank by E.M.I. Tape Limited, Hayes, Middlesex. RECORDING Recorded at Advision Studios, Gosfield Street, London.Prod
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Apr 15, 19683 min read
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