T. Rex (May 10, 2024) – Molly Mouse Dream Talk Pink Vinyl LP
Molly Mouse Dream Talk is an archival T. Rex collection that assembles a diverse selection of studio recordings from the Marc Bolan catalogue.
The release showcases material spanning a variety of sessions and creative periods, highlighting Bolan's continued experimentation with melody, songwriting and arrangement.
Issued by the Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company, this edition presents the collection on limited pink vinyl and reintroduces the release with updated packaging, a barcode and a revised catalogue number.
The album draws together both familiar and lesser-known recordings, providing an overview of Bolan's creative output beyond the core T. Rex studio albums.
RECORDING
The recordings featured on Molly Mouse Dream Talk originate from various sessions associated with Marc Bolan and T. Rex.
The collection presents alternate recordings, rarities and archive selections that document the breadth of Bolan's songwriting during the group's most productive years.
This 2024 pressing was issued as a vinyl reissue and pressed on pink vinyl.
STYLE & THEMES
The album combines pop rock with the melodic songwriting and eclectic studio experimentation associated with Marc Bolan's later work.
Across the collection, themes of romance, fantasy, urban imagery and personal reflection appear throughout the songs. The recordings demonstrate Bolan's ability to blend catchy hooks with inventive arrangements and distinctive lyrical ideas.
TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES
• Born To Boogie — Opens the collection with one of Bolan's best-known compositions.
• Easy Action — Classic T. Rex recording highlighting the group's rock-oriented sound.
• Country Honey — Features Bolan's melodic songwriting style.
• Broken Hearted Blues — Blues-influenced composition from the archive.
• Rapids — Included among the collection's rarer recordings.
• Tenement Lady — Features Bolan's character-driven songwriting.
• Darling (Mellotron Version) — Alternative version distinguished by Mellotron textures.
• Electric Slim & The Factory Hen — One of Bolan's more unusual compositions.
• Shock Rock — Reflects the adventurous spirit of the era.
• Mister Mister — Featured on side two.
• The Street & Babe Shadow — Archive recording included in the collection.
• Highway Knees — Mid-period Bolan composition.
• Mad Donna — Included in the original line-up.
• Free Angel — One of the collection's notable tracks.
• Life Is Strange — Continues the album's reflective second side.
• Left Hand Luke (Piano & Backing Vocals) — Closing recording featuring an alternate arrangement.
RELEASE HISTORY
Molly Mouse Dream Talk was reissued on May 10, 2024 by the Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company.
This edition was pressed on pink vinyl and released as a limited-edition reissue. The release features an updated catalogue number and barcode compared to previous editions.
PERSONNEL
Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar
T. Rex — performances
PRODUCTION
Label: Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company
Catalogue Number: SG008CD
Barcode: 5060446073995
RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE
Artist | Album | Label | Country | Catalogue | Date | Format |
T. Rex | Molly Mouse Dream Talk | Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company | Europe | SG008 / SG008CD | December 2023 | CD, Limited Edition |
T. Rex | Molly Mouse Dream Talk | Official Marc Bolan Merchandise Company | Europe | SG008CD | May 10, 2024 | LP, Limited Edition, Reissue, Pink Vinyl |
TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS)
Format | Catalogue | Tracklisting |
LP Pink Vinyl NOTES • Limited-edition pink vinyl pressing. • Reissue edition released in 2024. • Features updated catalogue number and barcode. • Archival Marc Bolan and T. Rex recordings. • European pressing. | SG008CD | Side One: Born To Boogie • Easy Action • Country Honey • Broken Hearted Blues • Rapids • Tenement Lady • Darling (Mellotron Version) • Electric Slim & The Factory Hen • Shock Rock Side Two: Mister Mister • The Street & Babe Shadow • Highway Knees • Mad Donna • Free Angel • Life Is Strange • Left Hand Luke (Piano & Backing Vocals) |
SOURCES ES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives
All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.
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