T. Rex (February 7, 2024) – The Slider Clear Vinyl LP

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The Slider was originally released in July 1972 following a remarkable run of three chart-topping T. Rex albums. Arriving at the height of the phenomenon known as "T. Rextasy", the album captured Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the peak of their commercial and creative success.

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The record provided a defining snapshot of the period and demonstrated the enduring appeal of T. Rex across generations. It included two UK number one singles, Telegram Sam and Metal Guru, and was the first album to carry the T. Rex Wax Co. imprint. The label was created under EMI's support of Marc Bolan's growing stature, reflecting his significance within the British music industry.

This edition presents the complete album newly remastered by Tony Visconti and Ted Jensen and pressed on 180g clear vinyl for the first time.

RECORDING

The album was recorded during T. Rex's most successful commercial period and features the classic T. Rex line-up alongside contributions from Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman.

For this reissue, the complete album was remastered by Tony Visconti and Ted Jensen.

TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES

• Metal Guru — UK number one single and opening track.

• Mystic Lady — Featured on the original album.

• Rock On — Included on the original running order.

• The Slider — Title track of the album.

STYLE & THEMES

The Slider continued the glam-rock sound developed on earlier T. Rex releases while expanding the group's musical ambitions. The album combines infectious rock-and-roll rhythms, melodic songwriting and rich arrangements, resulting in one of the most recognisable releases of the glam-rock era.

Tracks such as Metal Guru, Telegram Sam, Ballrooms Of Mars and The Slider demonstrate Marc Bolan's ability to merge chart-friendly hooks with distinctive lyrical and musical ideas.

• Baby Boomerang — One of the key recordings from the album sessions.

• Spaceball Ricochet — A major album track and concert favourite.

• Buick MacKane — Included on the album's first side.

• Telegram Sam — UK number one single and one of T. Rex's signature recordings.

• Rabbit Fighter — Featured on the second side of the album.

• Baby Strange — One of the best-known tracks from the album.

• Ballrooms Of Mars — Among the album's most celebrated songs.

• Chariot Choogle — Included in the original sequence.

• Main Man — Closing track on the album.

RELEASE HISTORY

The Slider was originally released in July 1972 during the height of T. Rex's chart dominance.

Demon Records reissued the album on February 7, 2020 as a remastered edition pressed on 180g clear vinyl.

The release features the complete original album remastered by Tony Visconti and Ted Jensen and includes a printed inner sleeve.

PERSONNEL

Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, written by, composed by

Steve Currie — bass

Bill Legend — drums

Mickey Finn — hand percussion, congas, vocals

Howard Kaylan — backing vocals

Mark Volman — backing vocals

PRODUCTION

Produced by Tony Visconti

String arrangements by Tony Visconti

Engineered by Freddy Hansson

Remastered by Tony Visconti

Remastered by Ted Jensen

Photography by Ringo Starr

Label: Demon Records

Catalogue Number: DEMREC636

Licensed from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l.

RELEASE TABLE

Artist	Album	Label	Country	Catalogue	Date	Format
T. Rex	The Slider	Demon Records	UK	DEMREC636	February 7, 2020	LP, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, 180g Clear Vinyl

TRACKLIST TABLE

Format	Catalogue	Tracklisting
LP 180g Clear Vinyl NOTES • Pressed on 180g clear vinyl. • Complete album remastered by Tony Visconti and Ted Jensen. • Includes printed inner sleeve. • First clear vinyl edition of the album. • Manufactured in the European Union. • Inner sleeve printed in the European Union. • Licensed from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • Pressed by GZ Media. RELATED RELEASES • Metal Guru • Telegram Sam • The Slider • Baby Strange • Ballrooms Of Mars	DEMREC636	A1. Metal Guru A2. Mystic Lady A3. Rock On A4. The Slider A5. Baby Boomerang A6. Spaceball Ricochet A7. Buick MacKane B1. Telegram Sam B2. Rabbit Fighter B3. Baby Strange B4. Ballrooms Of Mars B5. Chariot Choogle B6. Main Man

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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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