T. Rex (July 29, 1972) “The Slider” Album Review – Melody Maker

The July 29, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features a review of T. Rex’s new album The Slider, praising it as an exceptionally good record.

Publication: Melody Maker

Date: July 29, 1972

Country: United Kingdom

Location: UK Section: Albums

THE STORY

The review highlights the album’s strong songs, Marc Bolan’s songwriting, and the band’s energetic sound. It notes the album’s social and sexual themes and calls it a solid follow-up to their previous work.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This positive review appeared shortly after the release of The Slider, one of T. Rex’s most successful and iconic albums during the peak of T. Rextasy.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Album review Era: 1972 (T. Rextasy peak) Tone: Highly positive Photography: Photo of Marc Bolan (in the review layout)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold “T. Rex Rock On” headline

• Detailed positive review of The Slider

• Photo of Marc Bolan

• Typical Melody Maker album review page

RELATED MATERIAL

• July 22, 1972 Melody Maker “The Slider” advertisement

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SOURCES

• Melody Maker, July 29, 1972

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