T. Rex (May 26, 2017) – The Slider Silver Vinyl Edition Album UK: LP

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The Slider was reissued by Demon Records on May 26, 2017, as a special limited-edition silver vinyl release exclusive to Sainsbury's stores in the United Kingdom. Originally released in 1972, the album remains one of T. Rex's most celebrated recordings and a cornerstone of the glam rock era.

Issued on heavyweight silver vinyl, this edition offered collectors a distinctive presentation of one of Marc Bolan's most enduring albums.

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Originally recorded during 1972 at Château d'Hérouville in France and Rosenberg Studios in Copenhagen, The Slider was produced by Tony Visconti.

The sessions continued the creative momentum established by Electric Warrior, combining strong melodies, powerful rhythms and sophisticated production techniques.

STYLE & THEMES

The Slider expanded upon the glam rock template created by T. Rex in the early 1970s.

The album balances chart-friendly singles with ambitious album tracks and remains one of Marc Bolan's most accomplished and influential works.

TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES

• Metal Guru — Opening hit single and one of T. Rex's signature recordings.

• Mystic Lady — Atmospheric album favourite.

• Rock On — Energetic glam rocker.

• The Slider — Classic title track.

• Baby Boomerang — Fan favourite from the original album.

• Spaceball Ricochet — Expansive centrepiece of the record.

• Buick Mackane — One of Bolan's best-known album tracks.

• Telegram Sam — UK chart-topping single.

• Rabbit Fighter — Hard-driving rock track.

• Baby Strange — Concert favourite and hit song.

• Ballrooms Of Mars — One of the album's most acclaimed compositions.

• Chariot Choogle — Classic glam anthem.

• Main Man — Closing track.

RELEASE HISTORY

Released exclusively through Sainsbury's stores in the United Kingdom on May 26, 2017.

The edition was pressed on 180-gram silver vinyl and formed part of the continuing series of deluxe T. Rex catalogue reissues.

PERSONNEL

Marc Bolan — vocals, guitars

Steve Currie — bass

Bill Legend — drums

Mickey Finn — hand percussion, congas, vocals

Howard Kaylan — backing vocals

Mark Volman — backing vocals

Tony Visconti — producer, string arrangements

Dominique Blanc-Francard — engineer

Freddy Hansson — engineer

Ringo Starr — photography

PRODUCTION

Label: Demon Records

Catalogue Number: DEMREC225

Format: LP

Country: UK

Edition: Limited Edition Silver Vinyl

Producer: Tony Visconti

NOTES

• Sainsbury's exclusive UK release.

• Pressed on 180-gram silver vinyl.

• Released on May 26, 2017.

• Recorded at Château d'Hérouville, France, and Rosenberg Studios, Copenhagen.

• Produced by Tony Visconti.

• Photography by Ringo Starr.

• Published by Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd.

• Manufactured and distributed through Universal Music Enterprises.

• ℗ 1972 Spirit Music Inc.

• © 2019 Spirit Music Inc.

RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE

Artist	Title	Label	Country	Cat No.	Date	Format
T. Rex	The Slider	Demon Records	UK	DEMREC225	May 26, 2017	LP, Limited Edition, 180 Gram Silver Vinyl

TRACKLIST TABLE

Format	Catalogue	Tracklisting
LP	DEMREC225	Side One • Metal Guru • Mystic Lady • Rock On • The Slider • Baby Boomerang • Spaceball Ricochet • Buick Mackane
LP	DEMREC225	Side Two • Telegram Sam • Rabbit Fighter • Baby Strange • Ballrooms Of Mars • Chariot Choogle • Main Man