Marc Bolan & T.Rex (May 1985) - The Main Man Album LP: UK

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Marc Bolan / T. Rex

Label: Cambra

Date: May 1985

Catalogue: CR 5161

Format: 2LP Compilation

Country: United Kingdom..

THE STORY Issued eight years after Marc Bolan’s passing, The Main Man is a retrospective double-LP celebrating his glam-era peak and late-period maturity. Released by Cambra Records during a renewed mid-’80s interest in Bolan’s legacy, the compilation gathers 18 solid gold tracks from 1972–1977. Its sequencing mirrors Bolan’s creative arc, moving from the glitter-charged stomp of the early ’70s to the reflective tone of his final recordings.

CONTEXT & NOTES Promoted heavily as “THIS IS THE BIG ONE!” and marketed as a “Great DOUBLE album” with 18 SOLID GOLD TRACKS. Promotional adverts included a special offer for a FREE single with purchase. The compilation focuses on key hits and strong album tracks with no unreleased material.

Side One

1. Telegram Sam

2. The Slider

3. Metal Guru

4. Thunderwing

5. Main Man

6. Lady

7. Children Of The Revolution

Side Two

1. Solid Gold Easy Action

2. Born To Boogie

3. 20th Century Boy

4. Spaceball Ricochet

5. Midnight

6. Dandy In The Underworld

7. The Groover

Side Three

1. Truck On (Tyke)

2. Cadillac

3. Free Angel

4. Light Of Love

5. Zip Gun Boogie

6. Life's An Elevator

7. All Alone

Side Four

1. New York City

2. Dreamy Lady

3. London Boys

4. I Love To Boogie

5. Laser Love

6. The Soul Of My Suit

7. Celebrate Summer

RELATED MATERIAL

• Children of the Revolution ’87 – Single (Feb. 1987)

• Marc Bolan – Cover & Feature (Sep. 1987)

• Megarex 1 – Single (Apr. 1985)

• T.Rex - Glam Slam Guide

SOURCES

• Discogs

• 45cat

• BBC Official Charts

• Wikipedia

PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS

• Vibrant blue glitter/sequin-style front cover with sparkling portrait of Marc Bolan

• Bold pink typography

• “RECORD SET” banner in top left corner

WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Striking blue cover featuring a jewel-encrusted portrait of Marc Bolan against a vibrant background with floating sparkles. White Cambra vinyl labels with orange and black text.

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