T. Rex (September 3, 1982) – "One Inch Rock" b/w "Ride A White Swan" Format: United Kingdom
Issued as part of Cube Records’ Backtrackin’ Classic Singles Series, this 1982 re‑issue pairs two key Marc Bolan tracks from different phases of his career. The A‑side, One Inch Rock, originates from the Tyrannosaurus Rex era, while the B‑side, Ride A White Swan, represents the early breakthrough of T. Rex’s glam‑rock period. The release date is confirmed in The New Singles No. 942.
RECORDING
Both tracks are original early‑1970s recordings produced by Tony Visconti. No new studio work was undertaken for this 1982 edition; the single simply re‑presents the existing masters.
STYLE & THEMES
The pairing highlights Bolan’s stylistic evolution: • One Inch Rock reflects the mystical, acoustic‑driven Tyrannosaurus Rex sound. • Ride A White Swan showcases the emerging glam‑rock confidence that would soon define T. Rex’s chart success.
TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES
• One Inch Rock — A whimsical, acoustic‑leaning track from the Tyrannosaurus Rex period, marked by Bolan’s distinctive lyrical imagery.
• Ride A White Swan — A pivotal early glam‑rock single, driven by rhythmic swagger and Bolan’s evolving electric sound.
RELEASE HISTORY
Released 3 September 1982 in the UK as a 7" vinyl single on Cube Records. Catalogue number BAK 5. Part of the Backtrackin’ Classic Singles Series. Noted as a re‑issue.
PERSONNEL
T. Rex — performance
Marc Bolan — songwriting
PRODUCTION
Produced by Tony Visconti
Label: Cube Records
Catalogue numbers: • BAK 5
Artist: T. Rex
Title: BackTrackin’ — One Inch Rock / Ride A White Swan
Label: Cube Records
Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: BAK 5
Date: September 3, 1982
Format: 7" Single
Tracklist (7"):
A — One Inch Rock
B — Ride A White Swan
Notes: Re‑issue. Part of the Backtrackin’ Classic Singles Series. Release date sourced from The New Singles No. 942.
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