T. Rex (October 25, 1971) – “T. Rex In Ekstase!” Album Feature - Bravo
This Bravo music-page feature selects T. Rex's Electric Warrior as its “Platte der Woche”, or “Record of the Week.” Published under the dramatic headline “T. Rex in Ekstase!”, translated as “T. Rex In Ecstasy!”, the German review praises Marc Bolan and T. Rex for answering their critics with an album the writer regards as energetic, cleanly produced and thoroughly enjoyable.
Publication: Bravo
Date: October 25, 1971
Country: Germany
Appearing on Dieter Zillgens' Pop Express page, the feature gives Electric Warrior the prominent “Platte der Woche”, or “Record of the Week”, position.
The headline reads:
“T. Rex in Ekstase!”
which translates as:
“T. Rex In Ecstasy!”
The review begins by declaring that T. Rex are striking back, arguing that the group's new album should teach its critics a lesson.
The text specifically focuses on Marc Bolan, describing the record as evidence that Bolan and the group had answered those who had criticised or dismissed them.
The writer says that even a brief listen demonstrates what the album offers musically. Bolan is compared with rock 'n' roll performers such as Chuck Berry and Eric Clapton, while the review emphasises the tougher rock character of the material.
The review also discusses the supporting musicians. Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman are mentioned as providing backing vocals, alongside a saxophone contribution associated with Ian McDonald.
Importantly, the writer argues that the additional musicians do not overwhelm the music. Instead, Bolan and the other musicians are described as keeping the album's sound relatively uncluttered.
The final verdict is openly enthusiastic. The writer says the record provides plenty of enjoyment and makes the reviewer want to join in with that enthusiasm.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Electric Warrior selected as Bravo's Record of the Week
Era: 1971 Electric Warrior era
Tone: Highly positive and enthusiastic
German Headline: “T. Rex in Ekstase!”
English Translation: “T. Rex In Ecstasy!”
Album: Electric Warrior
Catalogue Number Shown: Ariola 85 731
CONTEXT AND NOTES
The prominence given to Electric Warrior is particularly notable. Rather than appearing merely as one of several records mentioned on the page, the album receives the dedicated Record of the Week position alongside a photograph connected with T. Rex.
The page also contains the handwritten-style caption:
“Marc und Mickey kochen heißer als Elvis!”
which translates approximately as:
“Marc and Mickey are hotter than Elvis!”
This reinforces the enthusiastic tone surrounding the T. Rex coverage and the scale of the group's popularity in Germany during 1971.
The page also includes separate sections covering new singles and studio news, but the T. Rex review occupies the principal album-review position.
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
• Electric Warrior selected as “Platte der Woche” / “Record of the Week”
• Feature headline “T. Rex in Ekstase!” / “T. Rex In Ecstasy!”
• Strong praise for Marc Bolan and T. Rex
• Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman mentioned in connection with the recordings
• Ian McDonald referenced for saxophone
• Emphasis on the album's direct rock 'n' roll character
• Caption “Marc und Mickey kochen heißer als Elvis!”, approximately “Marc and Mickey are hotter than Elvis!”
• German catalogue number Ariola 85 731
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