T. Rex (February 7, 2020) – Bolan's Zip Gun 180g Clear Vinyl
Bolan's Zip Gun was originally released in 1975 and marked a significant change in the recording career of Marc Bolan and T. Rex. It was the first T. Rex studio album produced by Marc Bolan without Tony Visconti, signalling a new creative direction.
Originally issued as a UK-only release, the album featured the hit singles Light Of Love and Zip Gun Boogie. The record combined futuristic themes with Marc Bolan's growing interest in American soul music, creating a distinctive sound that differed from earlier T. Rex releases while retaining Bolan's characteristic songwriting style.
The album blended elements of rock, funk, soul, blues and pop, reflecting the increasingly diverse influences that informed Bolan's music during the mid-1970s.
This edition presents the complete album on 180g clear vinyl for the first time and includes a printed inner sleeve.
RECORDING
The album was recorded during a period of stylistic change for T. Rex and became the first studio album produced solely by Marc Bolan.
The recordings featured contributions from Dino Dines, Gloria Jones, Steve Currie, Mickey Finn and David Lutton, helping create a richer and more soul-oriented sound.
STYLE & THEMES
Bolan's Zip Gun combines glam rock with influences drawn from American soul, funk, blues and pop music.
The songs frequently incorporate futuristic imagery while simultaneously drawing upon rhythm-and-blues influences. This combination resulted in an album that moved away from the classic glam-rock sound of earlier releases and introduced new textures, grooves and arrangements.
Tracks such as Light Of Love, Think Zinc and Zip Gun Boogie demonstrate this broader musical direction.
TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES
• Light Of Love — Opening track and one of the album's principal singles.
• Solid Baby — Features additional drumming by Paul Fenton.
• Precious Star — One of the album's best-known recordings.
• Token Of My Love — Reflects the album's increased soul influence.
• Space Boss — Continues the futuristic atmosphere found throughout the album.
• Think Zinc — One of the key tracks from the period.
• Till Dawn — Opens the second side of the album.
• Girl In The Thunderbolt Suit — Features the expanded mid-1970s T. Rex sound.
• I Really Love You Babe — Driven by the album's soul and rhythm influences.
• Golden Belt — Part of the album's varied second side.
• Zip Gun Boogie — Hit single and one of the album's signature recordings.
RELEASE HISTORY
Bolan's Zip Gun was originally released in 1975 as a UK-only album.
Demon Records reissued the album on February 7, 2020 as a clear vinyl edition.
The release was pressed on 180g clear vinyl and issued with a printed inner sleeve. An orange promotional sticker accompanied the package.
PERSONNEL
Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, producer, written by
Steve Currie — bass
Gloria Jones — clavinet, vocals
David Lutton — drums
Paul Fenton — drums on Solid Baby
Dino Dines — keyboards
Mickey Finn — percussion
PRODUCTION
Produced by Marc Bolan
Engineered by Gary Ulmer
Artwork by John Kosh
Photography by Keith Morris
Label: Demon Records
Catalogue Number: DEMREC639
RELEASE TABLE
Artist | Album | Label | Country | Catalogue | Date | Format |
T. Rex | Bolan's Zip Gun | Demon Records | UK | DEMREC639 | February 7, 2020 | LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo, 180g Clear Vinyl |
TRACKLIST TABLE
Format | Catalogue | Tracklisting |
LP 180g Clear Vinyl NOTES • First clear vinyl edition of the album. • Pressed on 180g clear vinyl. • Includes printed inner sleeve. • Originally issued as a UK-only release. • Features the hit singles Light Of Love and Zip Gun Boogie. • Orange promotional sticker affixed to the release. • Reissued by Demon Records. RELATED RELEASES • Light Of Love • Zip Gun Boogie • Think Zinc • Precious Star | DEMREC639 | A1. Light Of Love A2. Solid Baby A3. Precious Star A4. Token Of My Love A5. Space Boss A6. Think Zinc B1. Till Dawn B2. Girl In The Thunderbolt Suit B3. I Really Love You Babe B4. Golden Belt B5. Zip Gun Boogie |
SOURCES ES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives
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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