T. Rex (June 25, 1972) – “Metal Guru” Single: JAP

A thunderous glam rock anthem and the absolute apex of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became T. Rex’s fourth and final UK No.1 single. Issued during the peak of Marc Bolan’s cultural dominance, it perfectly captured the euphoric energy of the glam era.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: T. Rex

Label: Odeon

Date: June 25, 1972

Catalogue: EOR-10100

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: Japan

A-Side: “Metal Guru”

Written by: Marc Bolan

Produced by: Tony Visconti

B-Side: “Lady”

Written by: Marc Bolan

Produced by: Tony Visconti

TRACK LIST

Japanese 7" Commercial Single (EOR-10100)

A. Metal Guru

B. Lady

THE STORY

Released on June 25, 1972 on Odeon Records (EOR-10100) in Japan, this edition of “Metal Guru” / “Lady” was part of T. Rex’s international rollout during their commercial peak. The single followed the success of “Telegram Sam” and preceded the album The Slider, arriving at the height of Bolanmania.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

“Metal Guru” became T. Rex’s fourth and final UK No.1, completing an unmatched run of dominance in the glam era. This Japanese pressing is a sought-after collectible for fans of the band’s global releases.

INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS 

Brazil - T. Rex - 1972

Canada - Reprise - 1972

Chile - Odeon - 1972

Denmark - T. Rex - 1972

Finland - T. Rex - 1972

France - CBS - 1972

Germany - Ariola - 1972

Greece - T. Rex - 1972

India - Stateside - 1972

Italy - T. Rex - 1972

Norway - T. Rex - 1972

Peru - Odeon - 1972

Sweden - T. Rex - 1972

USA - Reprise - 1972

RELATED MATERIAL 

T. Rex (1972) The Slider (Album)

T. Rex (1972) Telegram Sam (Single)

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SOURCES 

Discogs,

45cat,

45worlds,

Official Charts,

Wikipedia

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