T. Rex (2016) – The Slider Album: CD RE
The Slider was reissued in 2016 by Code 90 as part of the label's European reissue programme. Originally released in 1972, the album followed the massive success of Electric Warrior and became one of the defining recordings of the glam rock era.
Featuring hit singles such as "Metal Guru" and "Telegram Sam", the album showcased Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the height of their commercial and creative powers.
Produced by Tony Visconti, The Slider featured the classic T. Rex line-up of Marc Bolan, Steve Currie, Bill Legend and Mickey Finn.
The album combined Bolan's songwriting with Visconti's production approach to create one of the group's best-known and most celebrated releases.
STYLE & THEMES
The Slider is firmly rooted in glam rock, blending powerful electric guitar riffs, driving rhythms and memorable melodies.
Songs such as "Metal Guru", "Baby Strange", "Telegram Sam" and "Ballrooms Of Mars" helped define the sound and image of early-1970s glam rock.
RELEASE HISTORY
Released in Europe during 2016, this CD reissue was issued by Code 90 under licence from Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd.
The release reproduces the original thirteen-track album and was manufactured in the European Union.
PERSONNEL
Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, composer
Steve Currie — bass
Bill Legend — drums
Mickey Finn — hand percussion, congas, vocals
PRODUCTION
Producer — Tony Visconti
Label — Code 90
Catalogue Number — NINETY 12
Licensed From — Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd.
Marketed By — Demon-Edsel
Glass Mastered At — Optimal Media GmbH
NOTES
• European CD reissue.
• Released in 2016.
• Licensed from Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd.
• Manufactured in the European Union.
• Jewel case with 8-page lyric booklet.
• ℗ 1972 Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd.
• © 2006 Demon Music Group Ltd.
• Barcode: 740155301224.
MATRIX / RUNOUTS
Matrix / Runout: Demon Music Group NINETY12 AG20279-01
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L575
Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 9709
Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 9721
RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE
Artist | Album | Label | Country | Catalogue | Date | Format |
T. Rex | The Slider | Code 90 | Europe | NINETY 12 | 2016 | CD, Album, Reissue |
TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS)
Format | Catalogue | Tracklisting |
CD | NINETY 12 | 1. Metal Guru 2. Mystic Lady 3. Rock On 4. The Slider 5. Baby Boomerang 6. Spaceball Ricochet 7. Buick McKane 8. Telegram Sam 9. Rabbit Fighter 10. Baby Strange 11. Ballrooms Of Mars 12. Chariot Choogle 13. Main Man |
Sources Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts.
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