T. Rex (July 12, 1975 Chart Entry) “New York City” / “Chrome Sitar” – Single 7" UK

A punchy, funky glam-rock single from T. Rex’s later period, “New York City” captured Marc Bolan’s love for the Big Apple with a strong groove and infectious energy. Released during the band’s mid-70s phase, it entered the UK chart on July 12, 1975 and peaked at No.15.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: T. Rex

Label: T. Rex

Date: June 20, 1975

Catalogue: MARC 10

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: UK

A-Side: “New York City”

Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan

B-Side: “Chrome Sitar” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan

TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (MARC 10)

A. New York City

B. Chrome Sitar

LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Main Commercial – MARC 10 (Stereo) Promo copies exist

PERSONNEL

• Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar

• Steve Currie — bass

• Bill Legend — drums

• Gloria Jones — backing vocals

• Dino Dines — keyboards

International Issues 

Australia

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – T.REX-10897 — Australia · 1975

France

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex – REX 3556 — France · 1975

Germany

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 16 197 AT — Germany · 1975

Ireland

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – MARC 10 — Ireland · 1975

Japan

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – EMR-10842 — Japan · 1975

New Zealand

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – MARC 10 — New Zealand · 1975

Spain

• New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 16.197-A — Spain · 1975

THE STORY

 Released on June 20, 1975 on the T. Rex label (MARC 10), “New York City” / “Chrome Sitar” was a strong mid-70s single from the album Futuristic Dragon. Recorded in Hollywood, the A-side is a funky, upbeat ode to the city, while the B-side “Chrome Sitar” showcases Bolan’s experimental side. The single entered the UK chart in July 1975 and peaked at No.15, spending 8 weeks on the chart.

CONTEXT & NOTES

 This release came during T. Rex’s evolving sound phase, blending glam with funk and soul elements. It was one of several 1975 singles that kept Bolan in the charts. Multiple international variants were released, reflecting the band’s ongoing global popularity.

RELATED MATERIAL 

T. Rex (1976) Futuristic Dragon (Album)

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SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia

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