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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.
T. Rex (November 2, 2024) Bolan Boogie – The Best of T. Rex 2CD Deluxe
The definitive 36-track hits collection celebrating Marc Bolan & T. Rex. Bolan Boogie brings together all the major singles and standout album tracks from the band’s glorious glam rock era (1970–1977) in a newly compiled 2CD deluxe gatefold edition. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Bolan Boogie – The Best of T. Rex Date: November 2, 2024 Label: Edsel Records (Demon Music Group) Format / Type: 2CD Deluxe Gatefold Edition Country: UK / Worldwide Catalogue: ED
T.Rex
Nov 2, 20242 min read
T. Rex (October 19, 2024) – The Slider Red Translucent Vinyl LP National Album Day 2024
The Slider remains one of the defining releases in the T. Rex catalogue and one of the landmark albums of the glam rock era. Originally released during the height of "T. Rextasy", the album followed the success of Electric Warrior and further established Marc Bolan as one of the most influential British songwriters of the 1970s. This National Album Day 2024 edition was issued as part of the annual celebration's "Great British Groups" theme and presented the classic album on r
T.Rex
Oct 18, 20243 min read
T. Rex (October 4, 2024) – "Now Playing" Album LP: JAP
Now Playing was a compilation album released worldwide on October 4, 2024 by Reprise Records and Rhino Records. Issued as part of the Now Playing series, the album presented a concise ten-track overview of T. Rex's most celebrated recordings. The collection focused on material drawn from the group's classic early-1970s period, featuring key tracks associated with Electric Warrior, The Slider and the breakthrough singles era. The release was marketed as a glam rock essentials
T.Rex
Oct 3, 20243 min read
T. Rex (September 6, 2024) – Light Of Love 50th Anniversary Orange Vinyl Album LP
Light of Love is a US‑ and Canada‑only studio album originally released in 1974. It combines three tracks previously issued in the UK on Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow with eight newly recorded songs from 1974 sessions at Music Recorders Inc. Studios in Hollywood. The album was engineered by Gary Ulmer and produced by Marc Bolan himself, marking his first productionwithout Tony Visconti. “Till Dawn” was later re‑recorded for Bolan’s Zip Gun under Bolan’s
T.Rex
Sep 5, 20241 min read
T. Rex (June 1, 2024) – T. Rex (VMP Rock "Jewel Of Frost" 180g Green Vinyl Club Edition)
This Vinyl Me, Please exclusive edition of T. Rex was issued as part of the VMP Rock series. The release revisits the album that documented the transition from Tyrannosaurus Rex to T. Rex and includes the breakthrough recording Ride A White Swan. Issued as a club-exclusive pressing, the album was released on 180g "Jewel Of Frost" green vinyl and was cut directly from the master tapes. The package also includes a listening notes booklet written by Jason Diamond. The edition wa
T.Rex
May 31, 20243 min read
T. Rex (May 10, 2024) – Molly Mouse Dream Talk Pink Vinyl LP
Molly Mouse Dream Talk is an archival T. Rex collection that assembles a diverse selection of studio recordings from the Marc Bolan catalogue. The release showcases material spanning a variety of sessions and creative periods, highlighting Bolan's continued experimentation with melody, songwriting and arrangement. Issued by the Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company, this edition presents the collection on limited pink vinyl and reintroduces the release with updated packagin
T.Rex
May 9, 20243 min read
Marc Bolan & T. Rex (April 20, 2024) – Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow Picture Disc RSD 2024
Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow was originally released during one of the most ambitious and experimental periods of Marc Bolan's career. Credited to Marc Bolan & T. Rex, the album represented a stylistic shift, incorporating broader soul, funk and theatrical influences while retaining the distinctive songwriting style that had made T. Rex one of the defining acts of the glam-rock era. This Record Store Day 2024 edition reissued the album as a picture disc, bring
T.Rex
Apr 19, 20243 min read
Marc Bolan & T. Rex (February 10 2024) – Truck Off Tour Rehearsals Yellow Vinyl LP
Truck Off Tour Rehearsals presents rehearsal recordings connected with the T. Rex touring period surrounding Truck On (Tyke) and the band's mid-1970s live activities. Issued by the Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company, the collection offers a rare glimpse into the working arrangements and preparation sessions undertaken by Marc Bolan and his touring band. The recordings document songs being performed and developed in a rehearsal environment, capturing the energy and sponta
T.Rex
Feb 10, 20243 min read
T. Rex (November 30, 2023) – Molly Mouse Dream Talk Album CD
Molly Mouse Dream Talk is an archival T. Rex collection that assembles a diverse selection of studio recordings from the Marc Bolan catalogue. Molly Mouse Dream Talk is a limited-edition archive release issued on CD format and presented in a card gatefold sleeve. The collection focuses exclusively on alternate versions of recordings associated with the 1973 Tanx period. The release assembles a selection of alternative performances and variations drawn from sessions that produ
T.Rex
Nov 30, 20233 min read
T. Rex (November 10, 2023) – The Electrifying T. Rex Live In Concert Australia 1973 (2CD Edition)
Boston '72 documents a live T. Rex performance recorded at the Aquarius Theatre in The Electrifying T. Rex Live In Concert Australia 1973 was issued as part of the T. Rex Live Series and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the band's 1973 Australian tour. The collection presents two complete audience recordings from the tour. While not recorded to modern professional standards, the recordings have been cleaned and professionally mastered for release. The project was created
T.Rex
Nov 10, 20233 min read
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