Marc Bolan And T. Rex (June 1, 1986) – Get It On Album UK: LP,TC.

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Get It On is a compilation album released by EMI's Fame label in June 1986. Issued in the United Kingdom, the album gathers together a selection of key recordings from Marc Bolan and T. Rex, spanning the group's early Tyrannosaurus Rex period through to their major glam rock successes.

Compiled by Philip H.A. Bailey (PHAB), the album provides an accessible overview of Bolan's career through a carefully selected collection of well-known songs and fan favourites.

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RECORDING

The album consists of previously released recordings written by Marc Bolan.

The compilation brings together material from different phases of Bolan's career, ranging from the psychedelic folk sound of Tyrannosaurus Rex to the chart-dominating glam rock era of T. Rex.

STYLE & THEMES

The track selection reflects the evolution of Marc Bolan's songwriting and recording style.

Early acoustic and mystical compositions sit alongside classic glam rock singles, showcasing the progression from the fantasy-inspired Tyrannosaurus Rex sound to the streamlined electric style that made T. Rex one of the defining groups of the 1970s.

TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES

• Get It On — One of T. Rex's signature recordings and the album's title track.

• Ride A White Swan — The breakthrough hit that transformed Tyrannosaurus Rex into T. Rex.

• Jeepster — Classic glam-era favourite.

• One Inch Rock — Early Tyrannosaurus Rex single.

• King Of The Rumbling Spires — Transitional recording bridging the two eras.

• Cosmic Dancer — One of Bolan's most enduring compositions.

• Jewel — Acoustic-era album favourite.

• Telegram Sam — UK chart-topping glam anthem.

• Metal Guru — One of T. Rex's biggest hit singles.

• Solid Gold Easy Action — Classic

standalone single.

• 20th Century Boy — One of the defining glam rock recordings.

• The Groover — Hit single from the peak T. Rex period.

• Truck On (Tyke) — Mid-1970s single release.

• I Love To Boogie — Later-era chart favourite.

BONUS TRACKS

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RELEASE HISTORY

The album was released by EMI through its Fame budget label in June 1986.

The collection appeared on LP and cassette formats and remained part of the Fame catalogue throughout the year.

PERSONNEL

Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, songwriter

Philip H.A. Bailey (PHAB) — compilation

PRODUCTION

Label: Fame (EMI)

Catalogue Number: FA 3154

Barcode: 5099941315415

Format: LP

Country: UK

Compiler: Philip H.A. Bailey (PHAB)

NOTES

• Compilation album issued by EMI's Fame label.

• Compiled by Philip H.A. Bailey (PHAB).

• Features recordings from both the Tyrannosaurus Rex and T. Rex eras.

• Includes major hit singles such as Get It On, Ride A White Swan, Jeepster, Telegram Sam, Metal Guru and 20th Century Boy.

• Barcode: 5099941315415.

• Community listing shows 7 owners and 1 wanted copy on 45cat.

RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE

Artist	Title	Label	Country	Cat No.	Date	Format
Marc Bolan And T. Rex	Get It On	Fame (EMI)	UK	FA 3154	June 1986	LP
Marc Bolan And T. Rex	Get It On	EMI	UK	TC-FA 3154	1986	Cassette
Marc Bolan And T. Rex	Get It On	EMI	UK	FA 3154	1986	LP Reissue
Marc Bolan And T. Rex	Get It On	EMI	UK	TC-FA 3154	1986	Cream Cassette

TRACKLIST TABLE

Format	Catalogue	Tracklisting
LP	FA 3154	Side One • Get It On • Ride A White Swan • Jeepster • One Inch Rock • King Of The Rumbling Spires • Cosmic Dancer • Jewel
LP	FA 3154	Side Two • Telegram Sam • Metal Guru • Solid Gold Easy Action • 20th Century Boy • The Groover • Truck On (Tyke) • I Love To Boogie

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