Tyrannosaurus Rex (December 1, 1968) “Prophets, Seers & Sages,” Album Review

The December 1, 1968 edition of Beat Instrumental magazine reviews Tyrannosaurus Rex’s second album Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc., praising the duo’s continued artistic growth and the quality of the material.

Publication: Beat Instrumental Date: December 1, 1968

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: Album Review

THE STORY

The review notes that Marc Bolan and Steve Took are “getting better all the time,” highlighting the variety of moods across the tracks, Steve’s strong drumming, Bolan’s falsetto vocals, and the evocative, strange lyrics. Special mention is made of the album cover as a work of art. It lists the tracks on both sides of the record.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

This review covers Tyrannosaurus Rex’s sophomore album Prophets, Seers & Sages, The Angels of the Ages, released on Regal Zonophone. It reflects the band’s growing confidence and cult following in the underground scene just months after their debut.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Second album review

Era: 1968 (Early Tyrannosaurus Rex / Psychedelic Folk)

Tone: Positive, appreciative, detailed Photography: Black & white album cover image of Marc Bolan and Steve Took

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Album title “Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc.” with full cover photo

• Positive commentary on the duo’s development and musical variety

• Track listing for both sides of the record

• Praise for the cover artwork and overall artistic quality

RELATED MATERIAL 

This December 1, 1968 Beat Instrumental review of Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc. follows naturally from the November 9, 1968 Record Mirror review of the debut album and the various April 1968 single reviews. For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

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