Tyrannosaurus Rex (June 11 1968) – BBC Top Gear Session

On June 11 1968, Tyrannosaurus Rex recorded a mystical and intimate session at BBC Studio 1, 201 Piccadilly, London for Top Gear. The session was broadcast in two parts during the summer of 1968.

RECORDING & BROADCAST DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan & Steve Peregrin Took)

Studio: BBC Studio 1, 201 Piccadilly, London

Recorded: Tuesday, June 11 1968 Show: Top Gear (BBC Radio 1) Broadcast Dates:

• Sunday, July 14 1968 (tracks 1-19 to 1-22)

• Sunday, August 25 1968 (track 1-23)

TRACK LISTING

Stacey Grove (With Chat) (1:53) 1-One Inch Rock (With Chat) (1:43) Salamanda Palaganda (With Chat) (2:06)

Eastern Spell (With Chat) (1:35)

Wind Quartets (With Chat) (2:53)

THE STORY 

This session captures Tyrannosaurus Rex at their most enchanting psychedelic-folk peak. Marc Bolan’s poetic lyrics and distinctive vocal delivery, accompanied by Steve Peregrin Took’s percussion and the duo’s signature “With Chat” spoken segments, create a whimsical and otherworldly atmosphere typical of their late-1960s sound.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

These recordings showcase the band’s early BBC radio work, full of the mystical charm and underground appeal that defined their pre-glam era. The multiple broadcast dates helped spread their unique sound to a wider audience during a highly creative period for the duo.

RELATED MATERIAL 

Tyrannosaurus Rex – The Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages (1968 Album)

Tyrannosaurus Rex – Early BBC Sessions

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SOURCES Wikipedia, Discogs and 45cat, Marc Bolan Featuring John's Children, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Marc Bolan & T. Rex – Marc Bolan At The BBC (Radio Sessions And Broadcasts 1967 -1977).

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