T. Rex (January 1, 1972) – His Greatest Hits Album GER: LP
Updated: Oct 3
His Greatest Hits was a compilation album released in Germany by Luxor-Gold in 1972, with the exact date unknown.
Issued as a budget-priced compilation, the album focused on recordings from T. Rex's breakthrough commercial period and combined major hit singles with key album tracks. The collection provided an overview of Marc Bolan and T. Rex at the point where the band had established itself as one of the leading acts of the glam rock era.
The album concentrated heavily on material associated with Electric Warrior and related recordings, presenting some of the group's best-known tracks alongside a selection of album cuts and lesser-known recordings.
The compilation consisted of previously released recordings by T. Rex.
The tracks were originally recorded during sessions that produced the band's breakthrough early-1970s releases and were subsequently assembled for this German compilation issue.
No new recordings were made specifically for the album. The release compiled existing studio masters originally issued on T. Rex albums and singles.
STYLE & THEMES
The album showcases the blend of glam rock, melodic rock and acoustic influences that defined T. Rex during their commercial peak.
The track selection balances major singles such as Get It On and Jeepster with album material including Planet Queen, Girl, Life's A Gas and Rip-Off. Earlier-style recordings such as One Inch Rock also provide a link to Marc Bolan's pre-glam roots.
Together, the selections highlight the songwriting and musical approach that transformed T. Rex into one of the most influential British acts of the early 1970s.
TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES
• Get It On — One of T. Rex's signature recordings and international breakthrough hit.
• Planet Queen — Popular album track from the Electric Warrior period.
• Girl — Acoustic-influenced recording demonstrating Bolan's melodic songwriting.
• Summer Deep — Brief album track included from the band's classic catalogue.
• Life's A Gas — One of Marc Bolan's most admired compositions.
• Rip-Off — Harder-edged recording from Electric Warrior.
• Jeepster — Major hit single and one of the band's most recognisable recordings.
• Is It Love — Album-era selection representing T. Rex's developing sound.
• One Inch Rock — Earlier composition dating from the transition from Tyrannosaurus Rex to T. Rex.
• The Motivator — Recording from the band's breakthrough era.
• Seagull Woman — Included as one of the compilation's deeper catalogue selections.
• Suneye — Acoustic-oriented recording from T. Rex's earlier repertoire.
BONUS TRACKS
None.
RELEASE HISTORY
The album was released in Germany during 1972 by Luxor-Gold.
Issued under catalogue number GOLD 41 043, the compilation formed part of the label's budget-priced series of artist compilations. Despite extensive searching, no verified month or exact release date has been located, with currently available sources confirming only the year of release.
NOTES
• German compilation released by Luxor-Gold.
• Catalogue number GOLD 41 043.
• Budget-priced compilation issue.
• Features material drawn from T. Rex's breakthrough commercial period.
• Includes major hits Get It On and Jeepster.
• Combines hit recordings with album tracks and deeper catalogue selections.
• Exact release month and day have not been verified.
RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE
Artist | Title | Label | Country | Cat No. | Date | Format |
T. Rex | His Greatest Hits | Luxor-Gold | Germany | GOLD 41 043 | 1972 | LP, Compilation |
TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS)
Format | Catalogue | Tracklisting |
LP | GOLD 41 043 | Side One: Get It On • Planet Queen • Girl • Summer Deep • Life's A Gas • Rip-Off Side Two: Jeepster • Is It Love • One Inch Rock • The Motivator • Seagull Woman • Suneye |
SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, Marc Bolan ‘There Was A Time’ by Cliff McLenehan
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