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1978 - 1979 : KALMIYH
Explore the years 1978 and 1979, as the legacy of Marc Bolan and T. Rex entered a new era. Featuring tribute releases, memorial events, retrospective articles, reissues, photographs, fan publications, and rare archive material, this category documents how Marc's influence continued to grow following his passing. As fans, friends, musicians, and the music press reflected on his remarkable career, the foundations of a lasting legacy were established, ensuring that the magic and spirit of the Elect
T. Rex (August 2025) Times They Are Strange Album CD
A new 2025 archival release compiling rare 1976 T. Rex recordings, including television broadcasts, studio sessions, and live performances from Marc Bolan’s final full year, highlighted by a June 16, 1976 television appearance. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Times They Are Strange Date: August 2025 Label: Solid Gold Records Format / Type: CD Album (Compilation) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: SG001CD Barcode: 5061067610477 TRACK LIST Telegram Sam Londo
T.Rex
Jul 31, 20252 min read
T. Rex (August 1, 2025) The Gilded Cage We Call ’75 2CD
A deep archival dive into 1975 featuring rare radio broadcasts, studio outtakes, jingles, TV performances, and home demos. The Gilded Cage We Call ’75 showcases Marc Bolan & T. Rex during a highly creative and transitional year, with guest appearances from Gloria Jones and Flo & Eddie. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: The Gilded Cage We Call ’75 Date: August 1, 2025 Label: Solid Gold Records Format / Type: 2CD Compilation Country: UK Catalogue: SG005CD TRAC
T.Rex
Jul 31, 20252 min read
T. Rex (April 12, 2025) Bolan B-Sides 2LP – Record Store Day Limited Edition Translucent Blue Vinyl
A Record Store Day 2025 exclusive companion to Bolan Boogie, collecting prime B-sides and bonus tracks from T. Rex’s hit-making years (1972–1977). Pressed on limited translucent blue vinyl, this 2LP set highlights the depth and quality of Marc Bolan’s flipside material. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Bolan B-Sides Date: April 12, 2025 (Record Store Day) Label: Demon Records / Edsel Format / Type: 2LP (Translucent Blue Vinyl), Limited Edition Country: UK /
T.Rex
Apr 11, 20252 min read
T. Rex (April 12, 2025) Bolan B-Sides 2CD Deluxe
A brand-new companion collection to Bolan Boogie, focusing on the rich seam of B-sides and bonus material from T. Rex’s golden era (1972–1977). Bolan B-Sides gathers 25 flipside gems and two extra tracks, many of which could easily have been hit singles in their own right. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Bolan B-Sides Date: 2025 Label: Edsel Records (Demon Music Group) Format / Type: 2CD Deluxe Gatefold Edition Country: UK / Worldwide Catalogue: EDSL0233 T
T.Rex
Mar 31, 20252 min read
T. Rex (January 17, 2025) – Easy Action (2CD Edition)
Easy Action is a two-disc collection issued by Easy Action Records focusing entirely on alternate recordings from across Marc Bolan and T. Rex's career. Drawing material from multiple recording periods, the set assembles alternate takes, working versions, instrumental mixes, jams, poems and expanded performances, offering a different perspective on familiar recording Rather than presenting original master versions, the compilation focuses on studio experimentation and develop
T.Rex
Jan 17, 20254 min read
T. Rex (November 29, 2024) – Tanx Picture Disc RSD Black Friday 2024
Tanx is the 1973 studio album by T. Rex and was the band's eighth album since their 1968 debut as Tyrannosaurus Rex, as well as their fourth released under the shortened T. Rex name. Recorded during the height of "Bolanmania", the album captured Marc Bolan at a particularly creative point in his career. While still retaining elements of the glam-rock sound heard on The Slider, the record also demonstrated Bolan's increasing interest in soul, funk and gospel music. The result
T.Rex
Nov 29, 20243 min read
T. Rex (November 2, 2024) Bolan Boogie – The Best of T. Rex 2LP Black Vinyl
The definitive 24-track hits collection from T. Rex, presented on double black vinyl. Bolan Boogie gathers the band’s biggest singles and standout tracks from their classic glam era (1970–1977), showcasing Marc Bolan at the height of his creative powers. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Bolan Boogie – The Best of T. Rex Date: November 2, 2024 Label: Demon Records Format / Type: 2LP (Black Vinyl) Country: UK / Worldwide Catalogue: DEMREC1263 TRACK LIST Side
T.Rex
Nov 2, 20242 min read
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
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