T. Rex (October 11, 2019) “Jeepster (Alternative Version)” – Single: UK

T. Rex’s “Jeepster (Alternative Version)” 7-inch vinyl single was released in the UK on October 11, 2019, on Easy Action (catalogue: EA45044). Backed with “The Motivator (Alternative Version),” this limited-edition pressing featured rare alternate takes from Marc Bolan’s 1971 sessions, celebrating T. Rex’s glam rock zenith.

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RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: T. Rex

Label: Easy Action

Date: 11 - October - 2019 Catalogue: EA45044

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: United Kingdom

A-Side: “Jeepster (Alternative Version, Recorded in New York, April 1971)” Written by: Marc Bolan

B-Side: “The Motivator (Alternative Version, Recorded in Los Angeles, April 1971)”

Written by: Marc Bolan

TRACK LIST

 UK 7" Commercial Single (EA45044)

A. Jeepster (Alternative Version, Recorded in New York, April 1971) – 4:20 B. The Motivator (Alternative Version, Recorded in Los Angeles, April 1971) – 3:45

LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS 

Limited edition, part of Easy Action’s T. Rex reissue series. Picture sleeve with Bolan’s 1971-era artwork.

THE STORY

The A-side was recorded in April 1971 at New York’s Electric Lady Studios during the Electric Warrior sessions. The B-side came from Los Angeles sessions for Zinc Alloy. These alternates highlight Bolan’s improvisational genius amid T. Rex’s rise.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

Released in 2019, the single tied into Bolan’s 50th anniversary celebrations, appealing to fans of his glam peak. With 11 owners and 3 wants in the community, it’s a coveted item for T. Rex collectors.

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