T. Rex (February 7, 2020) – Dandy In The Underworld 180g Clear Vinyl
This edition presents the final official Marc Bolan and T. Rex studio album on 180g clear vinyl. Originally released on March 11, 1977, Dandy In The Underworld was conceived during a turbulent period in British rock music. The album appeared shortly after the emergence of punk rock through the release of The Damned's New Rose and the Sex Pistols' Anarchy In The U.K., recordings that helped establish a new musical movement.
To promote the album, Marc Bolan embarked on a tour of the United Kingdom and Europe. The Damned supported several concerts and openly acknowledged T. Rex as a major influence.
By the time the album appeared, Bolan had already achieved a UK hit with I Love To Boogie. Additional singles taken from the album included Dandy In The Underworld, The Soul Of My Suit and Crimson Moon. The period concluded with Celebrate Summer, which became the final single released during Bolan's lifetime.
Demon Records subsequently reissued the complete album on clear 180g vinyl, making it the first time the record had been available in this format.
RECORDING
The album was created using a revised T. Rex line-up during the latter stages of Marc Bolan's career.
The reissue presents the complete studio album in its original sequence and configuration
TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES
• Dandy In The Underworld — Title track of the album featuring guest vocals from Steve Harley.
• Crimson Moon — Later issued as a single from the album.
STYLE & THEMES
Created during the transition between glam rock and punk, Dandy In The Underworld reflects Marc Bolan's ability to adapt while retaining the distinctive qualities that had defined T. Rex throughout the decade.
The album combines rock, pop and glam influences and includes some of Bolan's best-known late-period recordings, including I Love To Boogie, Crimson Moon and The Soul Of My Suit.
• Universe — Features additional vocals from Colin Jacas.
• I'm A Fool For You, Girl — Features contributions from Scott Edwards, Paul Humphrey, Steve Gregory and J. Long.
• I Love To Boogie — Hit single recorded by the revised T. Rex line-up.
• Visions Of Domino — Features drumming by Paul Fenton.
• Jason B. Sad — Includes guitar from Miller Anderson.
• Groove A Little — One of the album's best-known late-period recordings.
• The Soul Of My Suit — Released as a single from the album.
• Hang-Ups — Features Marc Bolan on maracas and tambourine.
• Pain And Love — Features Marc Bolan on bass and percussion.
• Teen Riot Structure — Features flute and baritone saxophone contributions associated with Bud Beadle.
RELEASE HISTORY
Dandy In The Underworld was originally released on March 11, 1977.
Issued during a changing musical landscape, the album became the final official Marc Bolan and T. Rex studio album.
Demon Records reissued the complete album on February 7, 2020 as a 180g clear vinyl edition.
PERSONNEL
Marc Bolan — guitar, vocals, producer, maracas, tambourine, bass, percussion
Steve Harley — vocals on Dandy In The Underworld
Colin Jacas — vocals on Universe
Scott Edwards — bass on I'm A Fool For You, Girl
Paul Humphrey — drums on I'm A Fool For You, Girl
Steve Gregory — flute on I'm A Fool For You, Girl
J. Long — violin on I'm A Fool For You, Girl
Paul Fenton — drums on Visions Of Domino
Miller Anderson — guitar on Jason B. Sad
Herbie Flowers — bass (selected tracks)
Steve Currie — bass (selected tracks)
Davey Lutton — drums (selected tracks)
Tony Newman — drums (selected tracks)
Dino Dines — keyboards, synthesizer
Chris Mercer — tenor saxophone
Bud Beadle — flute, baritone saxophone
Alfalpha — vocals
Gloria Jones — vocals
PRODUCTION
Produced by Marc Bolan
Engineer — Mike Stavrou
Photography — Allan Ballard
Design — EMI Design
Label: Demon Records
Catalogue Number: DEMREC641
Barcode: 5014797902114
RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE
Artist | Album | Label | Country | Catalogue | Date | Format |
T. Rex | Dandy In The Underworld | Demon Records | UK | DEMREC641 | February 7, 2020 | LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo, 180g Clear Vinyl |
TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS)
Format | Catalogue | Tracklisting |
LP 180g Clear Vinyl NOTES • First pressing of the album on 180g clear vinyl. • Reissued by Demon Records. • Complete original studio album. • Final official Marc Bolan and T. Rex studio album. • UK release. • Clear vinyl format. RELATED RELEASES • I Love To Boogie • Dandy In The Underworld • The Soul Of My Suit • Crimson Moon • Celebrate Summer | DEMREC641 | A1. Dandy In The Underworld (4:34) A2. Crimson Moon (3:21) A3. Universe (2:42) A4. I'm A Fool For You, Girl (2:16) A5. I Love To Boogie (2:14) A6. Visions Of Domino (2:24) B1. Jason B. Sad (3:22) B2. Groove A Little (3:23) B3. The Soul Of My Suit (2:34) B4. Hang-Ups (3:26) B5. Pain And Love (3:41) B6. Teen Riot Structure (3:32) |
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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