Marc Bolan & T. Rex (September 27, 2024) Born To Boogie – The Motion Picture Blu-ray

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The definitive 2024 Blu-ray reissue of Ringo Starr’s 1972 film Born To Boogie, capturing Marc Bolan & T. Rex at the absolute peak of T. Rextasy. This restored edition includes the full motion picture, the legendary jam session with Ringo Starr and Elton John, the complete Matinee Show concert, and a wealth of bonus features.

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RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan & T. Rex

Title: Born To Boogie – The Motion Picture

Date: September 27, 2024 Label: Various (T.Rex / Demon / Cherry Red) Format / Type: Blu-ray Country: UK / Worldwide

TRACK LIST / CONTENTS

Main Feature: Born To Boogie – The Motion Picture (1972)

Directed by Ringo Starr

Bonus Features

• Original Theatrical Trailer

• The ‘Premier’ Version

• The Matinee Show (complete concert)

• Telegram Sam 2016 promo video

• Newspaper Cuttings Gallery

• Additional Extras

Matinee Show Setlist (18th March 1972)

1. Rosko’s Intro (Emperor Rosko)

2. Cadillac

3. Jeepster

4. Baby Strange

5. Spaceball Ricochet

6. Girl

7. Cosmic Dancer

8. Telegram Sam

9. Hot Love

10. Get It On

11. ‘Just One More?’ (Emperor Rosko)

12. Summertime Blues

THE STORY 

Filmed during the height of T. Rextasy in 1972, Born To Boogie blends concert footage from the Empire Pool, Wembley with surreal sequences, a star-studded jam session featuring Ringo Starr and Elton John, and a Mad Hatter’s tea party.

This new Blu-ray restores the film and adds extensive extras for the ultimate archival presentation.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

This edition includes a newly-designed O-card, 20-page booklet, and presents both the theatrical and Premier versions along with the full Matinee Show. It stands as the definitive visual document of Marc Bolan at his most charismatic and creative peak.

PRODUCTION 

Directed by: Ringo Starr Produced by: Tony Visconti (music)

WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Front cover: Classic black & white film-strip style image of Marc Bolan riding a tiger statue, with bold red “T.REX BORN TO BOOGIE” title. Red box highlighting key features and “THE MOTION PICTURE” subtitle. Includes Blu-ray and region logos.

PERSONNEL

• Marc Bolan – Vocals, Guitar

• Mickey Finn – Percussion, Vocals

• Steve Currie – Bass

• Bill Legend – Drums

• Guests: Ringo Starr, Elton John, and others

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

• Newly-designed O-card slipcase

• 20-page booklet with liner notes and rare photos

• High-definition restoration

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All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

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