T. Rex (October 17, 2026) – Futuristic Dragon Zoetrope Album

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Futuristic Dragon marked Marc Bolan’s creative resurgence, blending cosmic soul and post‑glitter Britrock into a late‑period T. Rex classic. By the time Bolan and his newly honed band recorded the album, his songwriting had regained its mystical swagger — a bubbling mix of rhythm, fantasy, and introspection.

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To celebrate the 50th anniversary and National Album Day’s “Icons” theme, Demon Records issued a limited‑edition Zoetrope picture disc.

The design animates when spun under strobe light, echoing Bolan’s fascination with motion and myth.

The release highlights Bolan’s renewed energy, from the grinding post‑glam boogie of Jupiter Liar and the poetic swoon of Chrome Sitar to the seductive R&B pulse of Ride My Wheels.

Track Listing

All songs written by Marc Bolan.

Side one  

• New York City

• My Little Baby

• Calling All Destroyers

• Theme for a Dragon

• Sensation Boulevard

• Ride My Wheels

Side two  

• Dreamy Lady

• Chrome Sitar

• Jupiter Liar

• All Alone

• Dawn Storm

• Casual Agent

Two singles — New York City and Dreamy Lady — anchor the set with Bolan’s signature flair.

Album Details

Released: October 1976 (original) / October 2026 (Zoetrope reissue) Recorded: 1975–1976

Labels: Demon Records (reissue); EMI (original)

Producer: Marc Bolan

Packaging

Limited‑edition Zoetrope picture disc LP (2026).

Animated artwork design with blue‑to‑gold gradient and dragon‑in‑flight motif.

Includes lyric insert and replica 1976 artwork with gold seal and hand‑scripted text.

Celebrating the art of the album on Saturday 17th October as part of National Album Day’s ICONS theme

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