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7 Inch Boogie: The Singles
Discover the complete story of Marc Bolan and T. Rex singles, from early Tyrannosaurus Rex releases to the chart topping classics that defined the glam rock era. Featuring release histories, international variations, picture sleeves, promotional editions, rare pressings, B-sides, and collectable formats, this category explores the records that carried Marc's music around the world and cemented his place among rock's most celebrated and enduring artists.


T. REX (October 22, 2012) – "Childlike Men (Single Edit)" b/w "Hey, Let's Do It" Format: 7" Single: USA
T. Rex Regeneration was released in the United States on October 22, 2012 as a limited-edition 7-inch single on the Fly label under catalogue number FLY-1. The release paired "Childlike Men (Single Edit)" with "Hey, Let's Do It", presenting two Marc Bolan compositions in newly issued form. Issued more than three decades after Marc Bolan's passing, the single formed part of an ongoing celebration and reappraisal of the T. Rex catalogue. The release highlighted material written

T.Rex
Oct 21, 20122 min read


T. Rex (September 10, 2007) – "Get It On" b/w "There Was A Time / Raw Ramp" : UK
Issued on 10 September 2007, this Universal Music UK reissue revisits Marc Bolan’s classic glam‑rock anthem Get It On. Originally released in 1971, the track remains one of T. Rex’s defining singles. The 2007 edition was pressed as a 7" vinyl single, pairing the original hit with two B‑side tracks, There Was A Time and Raw Ramp. The release continued the series of T. Rex reissues celebrating Bolan’s legacy, reaching #71 on the UK Singles Chart. All tracks were written by Marc

T.Rex
Sep 9, 20071 min read


T. Rex (September 3, 2007) – "Hot Love" b/w "Woodland Rock" / "The King Of The Mountain Cometh" Format: United Kingdom
This 2007 UK re‑issue presents Hot Love alongside two early‑1970s T. Rex recordings, issued as part of Universal’s catalogue programme. The single was released on 3 September 2007, pairing the original A‑side with two B‑side selections from the same era: Woodland Rock and The King Of The Mountain Cometh. The release was pressed as a 7" vinyl single and carries the Universal catalogue number 1744373, with barcode 602517443730. RECORDING All tracks originate from Marc Bolan’s e

T.Rex
Sep 2, 20072 min read


T. Rex (May 1987) "Get It On ’87" - Single: UK 7 12 CD .
Get It On ’87 entered the BBC UK Singles Chart on 9 May 1987, peaking at number 54 and spending four weeks on the chart. Released by Marc On Wax, the single was part of a mid‑1980s programme of T. Rex reissues and remixes.

T.Rex
May 8, 19872 min read


Marc Bolan And T. Rex (August 1985 ) – “Sunken Rags” Single UK: 7 12.
A 1985 remix of the classic track, “Sunken Rags” was reissued as part of the ongoing Marc Bolan & T. Rex archival series. This limited 7" release (with gatefold sleeve) brought a fresh mix of the song to fans during the mid-80s revival of interest in Bolan’s catalogue. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan And T. Rex Label: Marc On Wax Date: August 1985 Catalogue: 7 TANX 2 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Sunken Rags (‘85 Remix)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: T

Marc Bolan
Jul 31, 19852 min read


T. Rex (September 3, 1982) – "One Inch Rock" b/w "Ride A White Swan" Format: United Kingdom
Issued as part of Cube Records’ Backtrackin’ Classic Singles Series, this 1982 re‑issue pairs two key Marc Bolan tracks from different phases of his career. The A‑side, One Inch Rock, originates from the Tyrannosaurus Rex era, while the B‑side, Ride A White Swan, represents the early breakthrough of T. Rex’s glam‑rock period. The release date is confirmed in The New Singles No. 942. RECORDING Both tracks are original early‑1970s recordings produced by Tony Visconti. No new st

T.Rex
Sep 3, 19822 min read


T. Rex (September 3, 1982) – "Get It On" b/w "Debora" Format: United Kingdom
This single is part of Cube Records’ Backtrackin’ Classic Singles Series, a run of re‑issues presenting key Marc Bolan tracks from the T. Rex and Tyrannosaurus Rex eras. Issued in the UK on 3 September 1982, the release pairs the chart‑topping glam‑rock anthem Get It On with the earlier Tyrannosaurus Rex track Debora, presented here in its distinctive Deboraarobed forward/backward album version. The release date is confirmed in the booklet The New Singles No. 942. RECORDING B

T.Rex
Sep 2, 19822 min read


T. Rex (September 3, 1982) – "Hot Love" b/w "Jeepster" Format: United Kingdom
This single forms part of Cube Records’ BackTrackin’ Classic Singles Series, a set of re‑issues revisiting key Marc Bolan hits from the early 1970s. Issued in the UK on 3 September 1982, the release pairs two of T. Rex’s most iconic glam‑rock tracks: Hot Love and Jeepster. The date is confirmed in the booklet The New Singles No. 942. As a re‑issue, the single was aimed at collectors and fans seeking affordable access to classic Cube catalogue titles. RECORDING Both tracks ori

T.Rex
Sep 2, 19822 min read


T. Rex August 13, 1982) – "20th Century Boy": UK 7" EP
This EP was released on 13 August 1982 as the second title in a four‑part series. The record combines four Marc Bolan compositions from different phases of T. Rex’s catalogue, pairing two tracks on each side. The release presents a mixture of Tony Visconti‑produced material and Marc Bolan’s own production work. Artist: T. Rex Title: 20th Century Boy Label: T. Rex Country: UK Catalogue: MARC 21 Tracklist (7"): A1 — 20th Century Boy (M. Bolan) Produced by Tony Visconti A2 — D

T.Rex
Aug 12, 19821 min read


Marc Bolan (May 14, 1982) "The Wizard" / "Beyond the Risin’ Sun" - Single: UK
Released on 14 May 1982 (catalogue CHERRY 39), this single brings together “The Wizard” on the A-side with “Beyond the Risin’ Sun” and “Rings of Fortune” on the B-side. It arrived nearly eight years after Bolan’s tragic death and sadly failed to chart, remaining a cult collectors’ item. A misprinted variant also exists with completely blank/white spaces where the imagery should be. This release stands as a loving tribute to Bolan’s pre-T.Rex acoustic folk-rock magic, packaged

T.Rex
May 13, 19822 min read
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