T. Rex (August 19, 1972 Release) The Slider Album US
- T.Rex
- Aug 19, 1972
- 2 min read
T. Rex’s classic glam rock album The Slider, released in the United States on August 19, 1972, featuring the hits “Metal Guru,” “Telegram Sam,” and “The Slider,” housed in a distinctive gatefold sleeve, un like the UK release
RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex
Title: The Slider
Date: August 19, 1972 (US Release) Label: Reprise Records
Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Gatefold)
Country: United States
Catalogue: MS 2095
TRACK LIST
Side A
Metal Guru
Mystic Lady
Rock On
The Slider
Baby Boomerang
Spaceball Ricochet
Buick Mackane
Side B
Telegram Sam
Rabbit Fighter
Baby Strange
Ballrooms Of Mars
Chariot Choogle
Main Man
THE STORY
The Slider continued T. Rex’s meteoric rise in the glam rock era, showcasing Marc Bolan’s infectious boogie riffs, playful lyrics, and star power. Recorded with producer Tony Visconti, it delivered a string of hits and solidified the band’s sound with Mickey Finn on percussion.
CONTEXT & NOTES
The US release on August 19, 1972, came in a gatefold sleeve (unlike the UK version). A notable copy from the collection of Terry Southern features the gatefold signed and inscribed by both Marc Bolan and Ringo Starr. The album was a major commercial success and remains one of T. Rex’s most beloved releases.
PERSONNEL
Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar
Mickey Finn – percussion, vocals
Steve Currie – bass
Bill Legend – drums
Tony Visconti – production and arrangements
PRODUCTION
Produced by: Tony Visconti
PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS
Gatefold sleeve
Iconic cover photography
WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS
The front cover features a striking black-and-white portrait of Marc Bolan. The gatefold interior includes full track listings and credits.
RELATED MATERIAL
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SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Heritage Auctions.
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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