Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow was reissued in the United States in 2019 by Spirit Music Group and UMe. Originally released in 1974, the album marked a significant transitional period in Marc Bolan's career, blending the established T. Rex sound with new musical influences and an expanded stage presentation. Issued under the billing Marc Bolan & T. Rex, the album remains one of the most distinctive releases in the group's catalogue. RECORDING The album was originally recorded and released during 1974 and features compositions written by Marc Bolan. The material reflects Bolan's continued experimentation with soul, funk and rhythm-and-blues influences while retaining elements of the glam rock sound that had defined T. Rex throughout the early 1970s. STYLE & THEMES Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow expanded the T. Rex formula beyond traditional glam rock, incorporating richer arrangements, larger vocal textures and a broader musical palette. The album presents a more ambitious and theatrical approach than its predecessors, showcasing Bolan's willingness to explore new creative directions. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Venus Loon — Opening track introducing the album's expanded sound. • Sound Pit — Driving glam rocker. • Explosive Mouth — Up-tempo performance. • Galaxy — Atmospheric album track. • Change — Reflective composition. • Nameless Wildness — Experimental recording. • Teenage Dream — One of the album's most celebrated songs. • Liquid Gang — Funk-influenced performance. • Carsmile Smith & The Old One — Character-driven composition. • You've Got To Jive To Stay Alive (Spanish Midnight) — One of the album's best-known tracks. • Interstellar Soul — Space-themed album piece. • Painless Persuasion & The Meathawk Immaculate — Surreal Bolan composition. • The Avengers (Superbad) — Rhythm-driven rocker. • The Leopards Featuring Gardenia & The Mighty Slug — Closing track. RELEASE HISTORY The album was reissued in 2019 by Spirit Music Group and Universal Music Enterprises as a standard LP edition in the United States. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, songwriter PRODUCTION Label: Spirit Music Group / UMe Catalogue Number: 7981124216 Format: LP Country: USA NOTES • US vinyl reissue released in 2019. • Issued by Spirit Music Group and Universal Music Enterprises. • ℗ 1974 Spirit Records. • © 2019 Spirit Music Inc. • Manufactured and distributed by Universal Music Enterprises. • Barcode: 767981124216. RELATED RELEASES • Tanx • Bolan's Zip Gun • Futuristic Dragon • Dandy In The Underworld • The Slider RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format Marc Bolan & T. Rex Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow Spirit Music Group / UMe USA 7981124216 2019 LP Reissue TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP 7981124216 Side One • Venus Loon • Sound Pit • Explosive Mouth • Galaxy • Change • Nameless Wildness • Teenage Dream LP 7981124216 Side Two • Liquid Gang • Carsmile Smith & The Old One • You've Got To Jive To Stay Alive (Spanish Midnight) • Interstellar Soul • Painless Persuasion & The Meathawk Immaculate • The Avengers (Superbad) • The Leopards Featuring Gardenia & The Mighty Slug Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP 7981124414 Side One A1. Light Of Love A2. Solid Baby A3. Precious Star A4. Token Of My Love A5. Space Boss A6. Think Zinc LP 7981124414 Side Two B1. Till Dawn B2. Girl In The Thunderbolt Suit B3. I Really Love You Babe B4. Golden Belt B5. Zip Gun Boogie SOURCES ES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

The Slider was reissued in the United States in 2019 by Spirit Records and Universal Music Enterprises. Originally released in 1972, the album followed the success of Electric Warrior and represented the commercial and creative peak of T. Rex's glam rock era. Widely regarded as one of Marc Bolan's finest achievements, the album expanded the band's sound while retaining the distinctive songwriting and energy that had made T. Rex one of the most influential groups of the early 1970s. RECORDING The album was recorded at Château d'Hérouville, near Paris, and Rosenberg Studios in Copenhagen. Produced by Tony Visconti, the sessions brought together Marc Bolan, Steve Currie, Bill Legend and Mickey Finn, alongside vocal contributions from Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman. STYLE & THEMES The Slider continued the glamorous, melodic approach established on Electric Warrior while introducing more sophisticated arrangements and stronger orchestral textures. The album balances hard-driving rock songs with reflective compositions and remains one of the defining releases of the glam rock movement. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Metal Guru — Opening hit single and one of T. Rex's most iconic recordings. • Mystic Lady — Atmospheric album track. • Rock On — Driving rock performance. • The Slider — Title track and centrepiece of the album. • Baby Boomerang — Fan favourite from the original release. • Spaceball Ricochet — Expansive glam rock composition. • Buick Mackane — One of Bolan's best-known album tracks. • Telegram Sam — Chart-topping hit single. • Rabbit Fighter — Hard-edged rocker. • Baby Strange — Concert favourite and hit recording. • Ballrooms Of Mars — One of Marc Bolan's most acclaimed compositions. • Chariot Choogle — Energetic glam anthem. • Main Man — Closing track. RELEASE HISTORY Reissued in 2019 by Spirit Records and Universal Music Enterprises as a standard vinyl edition in the United States. The release restored the original album configuration and packaging for a new generation of listeners and collectors. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar 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 PRODUCTION Label: Spirit Records Catalogue Number: 7981123219 Format: LP Country: USA Producer: Tony Visconti Lacquer Cut By: Kevin Bartley NOTES • US vinyl reissue released in 2019. • Originally released in 1972. • Recorded at Château d'Hérouville, France, and Rosenberg Studios, Copenhagen. • Produced and arranged by Tony Visconti. • Photography by Ringo Starr. • Published by Wizard (Bahamas) Ltd. • Manufactured and distributed by Universal Music Enterprises. • ℗ 1972 Spirit Music Inc. • © 2019 Spirit Music Inc. RELATED RELEASES • Electric Warrior • Tanx • Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow • Bolan's Zip Gun • Born To Boogie RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format T. Rex The Slider Spirit Records USA 7981123219 2019 LP Reissue TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP 7981123219 Side One • Metal Guru • Mystic Lady • Rock On • The Slider • Baby Boomerang • Spaceball Ricochet • Buick Mackane LP 7981123219 Side Two • Telegram Sam • Rabbit Fighter • Baby Strange • Ballrooms Of Mars • Chariot Choogle • Main Man SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Dandy In The Underworld was reissued in 2018 by Demon Records and T. REX as a deluxe expanded edition of the final studio album released during Marc Bolan's lifetime. Issued as a numbered limited edition set, the release pairs the original 1977 album with a second LP containing singles, alternate versions and demo recordings. The set was presented as a gatefold package featuring two 180g white vinyl records and was limited to 1,000 individually numbered copies. RECORDING The first LP contains the complete original Dandy In The Underworld album, while the second LP gathers associated non-album recordings, single versions, demos and alternative takes from the period. The recordings feature a range of musicians who worked with Marc Bolan during the final phase of T. Rex, including Herbie Flowers, Tony Newman, Steve Currie, Davey Lutton, Dino Dines and Gloria Jones. STYLE & THEMES The album combines glam rock with elements of pop, soul and rock. Tracks such as "Dandy In The Underworld", "Crimson Moon", "I Love To Boogie" and "Celebrate Summer" showcase the polished late-period T. Rex sound, while the bonus material offers insight into the album's development through demos and alternate recordings. RELEASE HISTORY Released across Europe on October 12, 2018, this deluxe edition was issued by Demon Records as a gatefold double-album package. The release was produced as a numbered limited edition and pressed on white 180-gram vinyl, with one disc containing the original album and the second containing bonus material. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA EUROPE PACIFIC CERTIFICATIONS AWARDS PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar, bass, percussion, songwriter Herbie Flowers – bass Steve Currie – bass Tony Newman – drums Davey Lutton – drums Paul Fenton – drums Dino Dines – keyboards, synthesizer Gloria Jones – additional vocals Steve Harley – vocals Alfalpha – additional vocals Colin Jacas – additional vocals Chris Mercer – tenor saxophone Bud Beadle – baritone saxophone, flute Miller Anderson – guitar Steve Gregory – flute J. Long – violin Scott Edwards – bass Paul Humphrey – drums PRODUCTION Engineer – Mike Stavrou Artwork (Reissue) – Jools Williamson Original Design – EMI Design Photography – Allan Ballard Liner Notes – Mark Paytress Pressed By – GZ Media (124601E / 177659E) Published By – Spirit Music Publishing Ltd. Published By – ABKCO Music Ltd. Published By – EMI Music Publishing Ltd. Licensed From – Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. NOTES • Deluxe 2LP expanded reissue. • Released October 12, 2018. • Limited edition of 1,000 copies. • Individually machine numbered on the rear sleeve. • Gatefold sleeve. • Includes the original album plus a bonus LP of singles, demos and alternate versions. • Both records pressed on white 180g vinyl. • Barcode: 5014797898158. • Label Code: LC13223. • Licensed from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • ℗ Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • © Demon Music Group Ltd. • All Marc Bolan compositions credited to Marc Bolan except "To Know You Is To Love You", written by Phil Spector. RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Album Label Country Catalogue Date Format T. Rex Dandy In The Underworld Demon Records / T. REX Europe DEMRECDLX010 October 12, 2018 2 × LP, Limited Edition, Numbered, White Vinyl, 180 Gram, Gatefold TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting 2LP DEMRECDLX010 LP1 – Side One A1. Dandy In The Underworld A2. Crimson Moon A3. Universe A4. I'm A Fool For You Girl A5. I Love To Boogie A6. Visions Of Domino 2LP DEMRECDLX010 LP1 – Side Two B1. Jason B. Sad B2. Groove A Little B3. The Soul Of My Suit B4. Hang-Ups B5. Pain And Love B6. Teen Riot Structure 2LP DEMRECDLX010 LP2 – Side Three C1. To Know You Is To Love You C2. City Port C3. Dandy In The Underworld (Single Version) C4. Tame My Tiger C5. Celebrate Summer 2LP DEMRECDLX010 LP2 – Side Four D1. I'm A Fool For You Girl (Demo) D2. Funky London Childhood D3. The Soul Of My Suit (Demo) D4. Pain And Love (Demo) D5. Teen Riot Structure (Demo) D6. Tame My Tiger (Alternative Version) D7. Celebrate Summer (Alternative Version) SOURCES ES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Tanx was reissued by Demon Records on June 16, 2018, as a special HMV Vinyl Week exclusive edition. Originally released in 1973, the album represented a transitional point in T. Rex's career and demonstrated Marc Bolan's growing interest in expanding beyond the classic glam rock formula. This deluxe edition paired the original album with a bonus collection of contemporary singles, creating an expanded overview of one of the most creative periods in the band's history. RECORDING. Produced by Tony Visconti and written by Marc Bolan, the original album recordings date from 1973 and capture T. Rex during a period of artistic change. The accompanying bonus disc collects key single releases from the same era, including several of the band's most recognisable recordings. STYLE & THEMES Tanx combines glam rock with elements of soul, pop, psychedelic rock. The album presents a more varied musical palette than its predecessors, while the accompanying singles collection highlights the continued strength of Marc Bolan's songwriting during the period. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Tenement Lady — Opening album track. • Rapids — Fast-paced rocker. • Mister Mister — Melodic glam performance. • Broken Hearted Blues — Brief blues-inspired composition. • Shock Rock — Compact energetic rocker. • Country Honey — Acoustic-influenced track. • Electric Slim & The Factory Hen — One of the album's most distinctive recordings. • Mad Donna — Driving second-side opener. • Born To Boogie — Classic T. Rex anthem. • Life Is Strange — Reflective album track. • The Street & Babe Shadow — Atmospheric composition. • Highway Knees — Mid-tempo rocker. • Left Hand Luke — Expansive album closer. • Children Of The Revolution — Stand-alone hit single. • Jitterbug Love — Glam rock favourite. • Sunken Rags — Contemporary non-album single. • Solid Gold Easy Action — One of T. Rex's signature recordings. • Xmas Riff — Brief festive recording. • 20th Century Boy — One of the defining glam rock singles. • Free Angel — Rare period recording. RELEASE HISTORY Released exclusively through HMV and Fopp as part of HMV Vinyl Week 2018. The set was issued as a numbered limited edition featuring a pink vinyl pressing of the original album alongside a blue single-sided etched companion disc containing the bonus singles collection. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, songwriter Tony Visconti — producer PRODUCTION Label: Demon Records Catalogue Number: DEMREC278 Format: Limited Edition Gatefold Set Country: UK Edition: Numbered HMV Vinyl Week Exclusive NOTES • HMV Vinyl Week 2018 exclusive release. • Also available through Fopp. • Limited to 1,000 individually machine-numbered copies. • Presented in a gatefold sleeve. • Includes the original Tanx album on pink vinyl. • Includes a blue single-sided etched bonus disc. • Stickered as The Classic Album + The Singles. • Licensed from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • ℗ Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • © Demon Music Group. • Barcode: 5014797897083. RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format T. Rex Tanx Demon Records UK DEMREC278 June 16, 2018 LP (Pink Vinyl) + Single-Sided Etched LP (Blue Vinyl), Limited Edition, Numbered Gatefold TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP 1 DEMREC278 Side One • Tenement Lady • Rapids • Mister Mister • Broken Hearted Blues • Shock Rock • Country Honey • Electric Slim & The Factory Hen LP 1 DEMREC278 Side Two • Mad Donna • Born To Boogie • Life Is Strange • The Street & Babe Shadow • Highway Knees • Left Hand Luke LP 2 DEMREC278 Side Three • Children Of The Revolution • Jitterbug Love • Sunken Rags • Solid Gold Easy Action • Xmas Riff • 20th Century Boy • Free Angel LP 2 DEMREC278 Side Four • Etched Side SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, RockfilesUK. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

A vibrant Record Store Day exclusive compiling classic T. Rex and Tyrannosaurus Rex tracks on limited clear blue vinyl. Bolan Boogie showcases Marc Bolan’s golden era, blending hits and deep cuts from the band’s most creative period. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Bolan Boogie Date: April 21, 2018 (Record Store Day) Label: UMC / A&M Records / Fly Records Format / Type: LP (Clear Blue Vinyl), Limited Edition, Compilation, Reissue Country: UK / Europe Catalogue: 672 626-9 / HI FLY 8 / HIFLY 8 TRACK LIST Side A Get It On Beltane Walk The King Of The Mountain Cometh Jewel She Was Born To Be My Unicorn (Tyrannosaurus Rex) Dove (Tyrannosaurus Rex) Woodland Rock Ride A White Swan Side B Raw Ramp Jeepster Fist Heart Mighty Dawn Dart (Tyrannosaurus Rex) By The Light Of A Magical Moon (Tyrannosaurus Rex) Summertime Blues Hot Love THE STORY This specially curated compilation brings together essential tracks from T. Rex’s glam rock explosion and earlier Tyrannosaurus Rex material. Released for Record Store Day 2018 on striking clear blue vinyl with a download voucher. CONTEXT & NOTES First time on blue vinyl for this iconic best-of collection. It highlights the transition from psychedelic folk to electric glam and includes key hits like “Get It On,” “Ride A White Swan,” and “Hot Love.” PRODUCTION Produced by: Tony Visconti Written by: Marc Bolan (except “Summertime Blues” by Cochran & Capehart) PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Clear blue vinyl Gatefold or standard sleeve with original-style artwork Record Store Day exclusive sticker WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Features classic T. Rex imagery with prominent “Bolan Boogie” branding and Record Store Day “First Time On Blue Vinyl” hype sticker. RELATED MATERIAL Electric Warrior (1971) The Slider (1972) Born To Boogie film & soundtrack SOURCES Discogs, Demon/UMC Records, All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

The Final Cuts was reissued on April 21, 2018, by Demon Records as a limited-edition Record Store Day picture disc. The collection focuses on recordings from the final years of Marc Bolan's career and brings together studio recordings, alternate versions and rare material associated with the closing chapter of T. Rex. Presented under the credit Marc Bolan & T. Rex, the album offers a retrospective look at Bolan's late-period work and enduring creativity. RECORDING The collection features recordings written and recorded during the final phase of Marc Bolan's career. Alongside original compositions, the album includes alternate versions, instrumental recordings and collaborative material with Gloria Jones, providing additional insight into the recording sessions of the period. STYLE & THEMES The material reflects the broader musical direction Marc Bolan pursued during the latter half of the 1970s. The collection combines glam rock, pop, soul and rhythm-and-blues influences while showcasing both polished studio performances and rarer archive recordings. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Hot George — Short opening performance. • Love And The Foxey Boy — Late-period studio recording. • Celebrate Summer — One of Bolan's final single releases. • Love Drunk — Soul-influenced recording. • Write Me A Song — Melodic album track. • Mellow Love — Late-era composition. • Dandy In The Underworld — Title track from T. Rex's final studio album. • Crimson Moon — Atmospheric recording from the final years. • To Know You Is To Love You — Cover version of the Phil Spector composition. • Tame My Tiger — Collaboration credited to Marc Bolan and Gloria Jones. • Shy Boy — Studio recording from the period. • 20th Century Baby — Glam rock favourite from Bolan's later catalogue. • Tame My Tiger (Gloria Jones Vocal) — Alternate vocal version. • Mellow Love (Alternate Version) — Alternative take. • To Know You Is To Love You (Instrumental) — Instrumental mix. BONUS TRACKS — RELEASE HISTORY Released on April 21, 2018, as a Record Store Day exclusive issue. The album was issued as a numbered picture disc edition and was limited to 2,000 copies. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, songwriter Gloria Jones — vocals, co-writer on Tame My Tiger Phil Spector — composer of To Know You Is To Love You PRODUCTION Label: Demon Records Catalogue Number: DEMREC247 Format: Picture Disc LP Country: Europe Edition: Numbered Limited Edition NOTES • Record Store Day 2018 release. • Issued as a numbered picture disc. • Limited to 2,000 copies. • Released on April 21, 2018. • Includes alternate versions and instrumental recordings. • Barcode: 5014797896666. RELATED RELEASES • Dandy In The Underworld • Bolan's Zip Gun • Futuristic Dragon • Tanx • Zinc Alloy And The Hidden Riders Of Tomorrow RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format Marc Bolan & T. Rex The Final Cuts Demon Records Europe DEMREC247 April 21, 2018 Numbered Picture Disc LP TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP DEMREC247 Side One • Hot George • Love And The Foxey Boy • Celebrate Summer • Love Drunk • Write Me A Song • Mellow Love • Dandy In The Underworld LP DEMREC247 Side Two • Crimson Moon • To Know You Is To Love You • Tame My Tiger • Shy Boy • 20th Century Baby • Tame My Tiger (Gloria Jones Vocal) • Mellow Love (Alternate Version) • To Know You Is To Love You (Instrumental) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, RockfilesUK. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

Released on October 13, 2017, 40th Anniversary Picture Disc Collection was a limited-edition box set issued by Demon Records to celebrate the enduring legacy of T. Rex and Marc Bolan. The collection gathered ten of the band's most celebrated hit singles, each pressed as an individual 7-inch picture disc. Issued in a strictly limited run of 1,000 numbered boxes, the set focused on the band's classic 1972-1976 hit-making period, bringing together some of the most recognisable recordings of the glam rock era. Presented as a deluxe collector's edition, the release offered fans an opportunity to own a visually striking retrospective of T. Rex's most successful singles. RECORDING The collection compiles previously released recordings spanning T. Rex's classic hit period. The featured recordings were originally issued between 1972 and 1976 and represent many of the band's biggest UK singles. STYLE & THEMES The box set celebrates the peak years of T. Rex, showcasing Marc Bolan's distinctive blend of glam rock, boogie, pop and rock & roll. From the chart-topping "Telegram Sam" and "Metal Guru" through later classics such as "New York City" and "I Love To Boogie", the collection documents the evolution of T. Rex during the height of the glam rock movement. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES The set contains ten individual picture discs featuring: • Telegram Sam • Metal Guru • Children Of The Revolution • Solid Gold Easy Action • 20th Century Boy • The Groover • Truck On (Tyke) • Teenage Dream • New York City • I Love To Boogie RELEASE HISTORY 40th Anniversary Picture Disc Collection was released in the United Kingdom on October 13, 2017 by Demon Records. The box set was manufactured as a collection of ten individual 7-inch picture discs housed in a presentation box and was limited to 1,000 copies worldwide. The release formed part of a wider programme of archive and catalogue reissues celebrating Marc Bolan's continuing influence and the lasting popularity of T. Rex recordings. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, songwriter T. Rex — performances PRODUCTION Label: Demon Records Catalogue Number: TREXSEV001X Barcode: 5014797896628 Country: United Kingdom Format: 10 × 7" Picture Disc Box Set NOTES Limited edition of 1,000 boxed sets. Issued as ten individual 7-inch picture discs. Catalogue Number: TREXSEV001X. Barcode: 5014797896628. Released by Demon Records on October 13, 2017. The collection focuses on T. Rex's classic hit singles era and presents each title as an individual picture disc. RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format T. Rex 40th Anniversary Picture Disc Collection Demon Records UK TREXSEV001X October 13, 2017 10 × 7" Picture Disc Box Set TRACKLIST TABLE Disc Track Disc 1 Telegram Sam Disc 2 Metal Guru Disc 3 Children Of The Revolution Disc 4 Solid Gold Easy Action Disc 5 20th Century Boy Disc 6 The Groover Disc 7 Truck On (Tyke) Disc 8 Teenage Dream Disc 9 New York City Disc 10 I Love To Boogie SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, RockfilesUK. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

This Weekly News feature from September 16 2017 commemorates Marc Bolan forty years after his death, celebrating his enduring influence as the flamboyant frontman of T. Rex and the creator of glam rock’s defining sound. The article reflects on Bolan’s charisma, musical legacy, and timeless appeal through vivid imagery and heartfelt retrospection. Publication: The Weekly News Date: September 16, 2017 Country: United Kingdom The front page headline — “Marc Bolan: Why the 20th Century Boy is still celebrated 40 years after his death” — introduces a nostalgic tribute to Bolan’s artistry. Inside, the article “Rock Stardom Down to a T” recounts his rise from Hackney roots to international fame, tracing his transformation from folk‑inspired Tyrannosaurus Rex to the electric brilliance of T. Rex. Photographs highlight Bolan’s iconic style: a shimmering gold jacket portrait, a live shot in red on stage before the T. Rex drum logo, and intimate black‑and‑white images with Gloria Jones and their son Rolan Bolan. The text recalls his chart‑topping hits — Get It On, Hot Love, Children of the Revolution — and his role in shaping the glam rock movement. It closes with reflections on his untimely death in 1977 and the lasting resonance of his music across generations. Published four decades after Bolan’s passing, this feature underscores his cultural immortality. The Weekly News positions him not merely as a pop star but as a visionary who redefined British rock with glitter, poetry, and electric swagger. The article’s tone blends admiration with melancholy, reminding readers that Bolan’s spirit continues to inspire musicians and fans alike. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: 40th‑anniversary tribute to Marc Bolan Era: 2017 – Posthumous Legacy / Glam Rock Remembrance Tone: Reflective, celebratory, and nostalgic Photography: Color and monochrome portraits capturing Bolan’s stage energy and personal warmth Copyright Notice All magazine covers, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This scrapbook entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Live 1977 is a live archive collection documenting some of the final concert performances by Marc Bolan and T. Rex. First released in 1997, the album compiles recordings from the band's March 1977 UK tour together with additional material drawn from an earlier American performance recorded in 1974. The collection captures T. Rex during a remarkable late-career revival, showcasing the strength of the band's final live line-up and preserving performances from the closing months of Marc Bolan's career. RECORDING The primary recordings were taken from concerts at London's Rainbow Theatre on March 18, 1977, and Portsmouth Locarno on March 20, 1977. Additional recordings originate from a concert at the Agora Club, Cleveland, Ohio, on November 11, 1974. The collection presents a mixture of contemporary material, classic T. Rex favourites and extended live performances drawn from these historic concerts. STYLE & THEMES The performances capture T. Rex in a more powerful live setting than many earlier recordings, with a fuller rock-oriented sound driven by an accomplished touring band. The set combines glam rock classics, material from Dandy In The Underworld, fan favourites and extended stage improvisations, reflecting the energy of the band's final tours. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Jeepster — Live version recorded during the 1977 tour. • Visions Of Domino — Performance from the final touring period. • New York City — One of the band's later hit singles. • Soul Of My Suit — Live rendition of the contemporary recording. • Groove A Little — Performance from Bolan's final studio era. • Telegram Sam — Extended live version. • Hang Ups — Rare live recording. • Debora — Return to Bolan's earliest catalogue. • I Love To Boogie — Audience favourite. • Teen Riot Structure — Contemporary live performance. • Dandy In The Underworld — Title track from the final studio album. • Hot Love — Classic T. Rex hit. • Get It On (Bang A Gong) — Extended finale featuring The Damned. • Token Of My Love — Included from the 1974 American concert recordings. • Teenage Dream — Popular live staple. • Zip Gun Boogie — Extended 1974 performance. BONUS TRACKS The second portion of the collection features recordings from the Agora Club, Cleveland, Ohio, recorded on November 11, 1974. RELEASE HISTORY Originally issued in 1997 as a remastered double-CD collection. Subsequent editions appeared in the United Kingdom, United States and Japan, followed by a 40th Anniversary vinyl edition in 2017. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — guitar, vocals, songwriter Miller Anderson — guitar Dino Dines — keyboards Herbie Flowers — bass Tony Newman — drums Ros Davies — compilation, liner notes Anne-Louise Falson — design Don Walker — mastering PRODUCTION Original Label: Chronicles US Catalogue Number: 314 536 251-2 Format: 2 × CD Country: USA Released: 1997 Compiled By: Ros Davies Mastered By: Don Walker NOTES • Features recordings from Rainbow Theatre, London, on March 18, 1977. • Features recordings from Portsmouth Locarno on March 20, 1977. • Additional material recorded at the Agora Club, Cleveland, Ohio, on November 11, 1974. • Captures one of the final T. Rex touring line-ups. • Includes an extended performance of Get It On (Bang A Gong) featuring The Damned. • Mastered by Don Walker. • Compiled and annotated by Ros Davies. RELATED RELEASES • Dandy In The Underworld • Live 1977 – 40th Anniversary Edition • Born To Boogie • The Final Cuts • Portsmouth TAGS Marc Bolan, T. Rex, Live 1977, Rainbow Theatre, Portsmouth Locarno, Agora Club, Live Albums, Concert Recordings, Glam Rock, Classic Rock, 1997 RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format Marc Bolan & T. Rex Live 1977 Chronicles USA 314 536 251-2 1997 2 × CD, Remastered Marc Bolan & T. Rex Live 1977 Edsel Records UK EDCD 530 1997 2 × CD, Limited Edition, Remastered Marc Bolan & T. Rex Live 1977 / ラスト・ライヴ T. REX Japan TECW-30685~6 1998 2 × CD Marc Bolan & T. Rex Live 1977 + In Conversation Edsel Records UK EDSD 2018 2007 2 × CD Marc Bolan & T. Rex Live 1977 – 40th Anniversary Edition Demon Records UK DEMREC189 2017 2 × LP, Green Vinyl T. Rex Portsmouth Easy Action UK BLNS07 2019 CD TRACKLIST TABLE Format Tracklisting Disc 1 Rainbow Theatre / Portsmouth 1977 • Jeepster • Visions Of Domino • New York City • Soul Of My Suit • Groove A Little • Telegram Sam • Hang Ups • Debora • I Love To Boogie • Teen Riot Structure • Dandy In The Underworld • Hot Love • Get It On (Bang A Gong) [With The Damned] Disc 2 Agora Club, Cleveland 1974 • Jeepster • Telegram Sam • Token Of My Love • Teenage Dream • Zip Gun Boogie All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

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. 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

RELEASE INFORMATION Released April 22, 2017 7" Vinyl Single Reference: UK: EARS129 A1. Honey, Don't (Perkins) A2. Summertime Blues (Cochran, Capehart) B1. Summertime Blues (Cochran, Capehart) B2. Honey, Don't (Instrumental) (Perkins) Notes Record Store Day 2017 release. UK VARIANTS: • 7" EP Picture Disc SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds. All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Released: April 22, 2017 BACKGROUND Electric Warrior was reissued on April 22, 2017, as a special Record Store Day limited-edition gold vinyl release. Originally issued in 1971, the album remains one of the most influential recordings of the glam rock era and the release that propelled T. Rex to international success. This collectible edition presented the classic album in a gold vinyl format housed in a reversible die-cut sleeve created exclusively for Record Store Day 2017. RECORDING Originally recorded at Wally Heider Recording Studio in Los Angeles, Mediasound, Trident Studios and Advision Studios, the album was produced by Tony Visconti for Straight Ahead Productions. The sessions combined Marc Bolan's songwriting, distinctive guitar work and innovative production techniques to create one of the defining albums of the early 1970s. STYLE & THEMES Electric Warrior blends glam rock, boogie, blues and pop influences into a cohesive body of work that helped define an entire musical movement. The album balances infectious rock and roll energy with poetic songwriting and remains one of the most celebrated works in the T. Rex catalogue. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Mambo Sun — Opening track and concert favourite. • Cosmic Dancer — One of Marc Bolan's most admired compositions. • Jeepster — Glam rock classic and hit single. • Monolith — Driving album track. • Lean Woman Blues — Blues-influenced rocker. • Bang A Gong (Get It On) — International breakthrough hit. • Planet Queen — Signature Electric Warrior recording. • Girl — Acoustic-led album favourite. • The Motivator — Up-tempo glam rocker. • Life's A Gas — Revered Bolan ballad. • Rip Off — Closing track. BONUS TRACKS — RELEASE HISTORY Released throughout Europe on April 22, 2017, as a Record Store Day exclusive edition. The album was pressed on gold vinyl and issued in a special reversible die-cut sleeve designed specifically for the release. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Steve Currie — bass Bill Legend — drums Mickey Finn — percussion, vocals Howard Kaylan — backing vocals Mark Volman — backing vocals Ian McDonald — saxophone Burt Collins — flugelhorn Tony Visconti — producer Roy Thomas Baker — engineer PRODUCTION Label: A&M Records Catalogue Number: 537 505-4 Format: LP Country: Europe Edition: Record Store Day Gold Vinyl Edition Producer: Tony Visconti Mastering: George Marino Lacquer Cut: Barry Grint (BG) at Alchemy Mastering NOTES • Record Store Day 2017 exclusive release. • Pressed on gold vinyl. • Issued in a special reversible die-cut sleeve. • Produced by Tony Visconti for Straight Ahead Productions Ltd. • Mastered by George Marino. • Lacquer cut at Alchemy Mastering by Barry Grint. • Design concept by June Child. • Layout by Hipgnosis. • Photography by Spud Murphy. • Licensed from Straight Ahead Productions Ltd. • ℗ & © A&M Records Ltd. • Barcode: 600753750544. RELATED RELEASES • Electric Warrior (1971) • The Slider • Tanx • Bolan Boogie • Electric Warrior Sky Blue Vinyl Edition (2023) RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format T. Rex Electric Warrior A&M Records Europe 537 505-4 April 22, 2017 LP, Gold Vinyl, Record Store Day Limited Edition TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP 537 505-4 Side One • Mambo Sun • Cosmic Dancer • Jeepster • Monolith • Lean Woman Blues LP 537 505-4 Side Two • Bang A Gong (Get It On) • Planet Queen • Girl • The Motivator • Life's A Gas • Rip Off

The Unobtainable T. Rex was released by Demon Records as part of a series of classic T. Rex catalogue reissues on heavyweight vinyl. Rather than serving as a conventional greatest hits compilation, the album focuses on Marc Bolan's extensive catalogue of non-album B-sides. The collection assembles recordings that were originally issued on the reverse side of many T. Rex singles, presenting an alternative history of the band's recording career. The release highlights the depth of Bolan's songwriting during the 1970s and demonstrates how many significant recordings were originally relegated to B-side status despite their quality and popularity among fans. RECORDING The compilation gathers recordings produced throughout the T. Rex years and brings together material originally issued as non-album B-sides and standalone recordings. The tracks reflect multiple phases of Marc Bolan's career and include collaborations with Gloria Jones as well as productions handled by both Marc Bolan and Tony Visconti. STYLE & THEMES The collection showcases the remarkable diversity of Marc Bolan's songwriting. While rooted in glam rock and pop rock, the recordings also incorporate elements of soul, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and acoustic pop. Taken together, the album illustrates the breadth of material that existed alongside T. Rex's major hit singles and albums. The compilation demonstrates that many of Bolan's finest recordings were issued outside the band's principal studio albums. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Celebrate Summer — One of the final major T. Rex recordings. • Sunken Rags — Well-known non-album recording from the classic period. • Tame Me Tiger — Included from the band's B-side catalogue. • City Port — Features shared vocals from Marc Bolan and Gloria Jones. • Thunderwing — Later became one of the most celebrated songs from the wider T. Rex catalogue. • Satisfaction Pony — Included from the mid-1970s period. • Midnight — Non-album recording associated with the Zinc Alloy era. • Jitterbug Love — Popular fan favourite from the B-side catalogue. • To Know Him Is To Love Him — Features Gloria Jones on vocals. • Do You Wanna Dance — Bolan's interpretation of the classic song. • Dock Of The Bay — Features vocals by Gloria Jones and Marc Bolan. • Cadilac — One of the earliest and most enduring T. Rex recordings. • Free Angel — Included from the non-album catalogue. • Life's An Elevator — Late-period T. Rex recording. • Sitting Here — B-side recording from the 1970s. • Lady — One of the group's best-known non-album tracks. RELEASE HISTORY Released on November 11, 2016, The Unobtainable T. Rex formed part of Demon Records' programme of heavyweight vinyl reissues. The compilation was designed as an alternative hits collection, focusing specifically on Marc Bolan's non-album B-sides rather than the familiar hit singles and album tracks. The release was issued under licence from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. and manufactured in the European Union. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, producer Gloria Jones — vocals Tony Visconti — producer Colin Miles — compilation PRODUCTION Compiled by Colin Miles Sleeve Concept by C. Miles Sleeve Design and Artwork by Adam Yeldham Photography by Terry O'Neill Cutting Engineer — Harry Moss Produced by Marc Bolan Produced by Tony Visconti Label: Demon Records Catalogue Number: DEMREC183 Barcode: 5014797895331 RELEASE TABLE Artist Album Label Country Catalogue Date Format T. Rex The Unobtainable T. Rex Demon Records Europe DEMREC183 November 11, 2016 LP, Compilation, Reissue, Stereo TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP NOTES • Heavyweight vinyl reissue. • Alternative hits collection. • Focuses on non-album T. Rex B-sides. • Compiled by Colin Miles. • Issued under licence from Spirit Services Holdings s.a.r.l. • Manufactured in the European Union. • Part of Demon Records' classic T. Rex vinyl reissue programme. RELATED RELEASES • Thunderwing • Lady • Sunken Rags • Celebrate Summer • Satisfaction Pony DEMREC183 A1. Celebrate Summer A2. Sunken Rags A3. Tame Me Tiger A4. City Port A5. Thunderwing A6. Satisfaction Pony A7. Midnight A8. Jitterbug Love B1. To Know Him Is To Love Him B2. Do You Wanna Dance B3. Dock Of The Bay B4. Cadilac B5. Free Angel B6. Life's An Elevator B7. Sitting Here B8. Lady SOURCES ES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Demon Records, Official Marc Bolan archives All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Cockpit Theatre (Music In The Round 1971) was released by Easy Action Records on November 1, 2016. The release presented the long-lost and previously unedited London Weekend Television broadcast recorded at the Cockpit Theatre on December 8, 1971. Issued forty-five years after the original recording, the release restored the complete over-running programme in full. Unlike the edited television transmission repeated in April 1972, this edition preserved the entire session, including live performances, extended discussions with Humphrey Burton, audience questions and Marc Bolan's demonstrations of his instruments and equipment. The release captures Marc Bolan at the height of T. Rexmania, during the period between Electric Warrior and The Slider. RECORDING Recorded at the Cockpit Theatre, London, on December 8, 1971 for London Weekend Television's Music In The Round series. The recording documents a unique studio performance and interview session featuring Marc Bolan and T. Rex before a live audience. In addition to musical performances, the broadcast includes audience interaction, discussions with presenter Humphrey Burton and demonstrations of Bolan's guitars, effects pedals and amplifiers. The 2016 release restored the complete surviving programme without the edits applied to the original broadcast version. STYLE & THEMES The release combines live performance, television interview material and audience participation, providing a rare behind-the-scenes document of Marc Bolan during the peak of his popularity. The informal structure allows Bolan's personality and humour to come through naturally while also preserving performances of key songs from the period. The raw studio sound and uninterrupted presentation make the release one of the most significant archival T. Rex documents officially issued. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • T. Rex Intro / Jeepster — Opening performance introducing the programme. • Humphrey Burton And Marc Bolan — Extended conversation between presenter and performer. • Cadillac — Live performance captured during the Cockpit Theatre session. • Humphrey Burton, Marc Bolan And Audience — Questions and discussion with audience participation. • Marc Bolan Discussing His Guitars And Equipment — Bolan demonstrates and discusses his instruments, amplifiers and effects. • Spaceball Ricochet — Live performance from the Electric Warrior era. • Telegram Sam — Closing performance of the forthcoming T. Rex hit single. RELEASE HISTORY Released in the United Kingdom by Easy Action Records on November 1, 2016. Issued as a limited-edition LP on semi-opaque red vinyl and as a standard CD edition. The LP edition was limited to 500 copies. Mail-order editions included a large reproduction photograph and two postcard-style prints. The CD edition included a booklet containing notes relating to the recording session. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar, interview participant T. Rex — performances Humphrey Burton — interviewer and presenter Audience — questions and participation PRODUCTION Produced by Easy Action Records Recorded by London Weekend Television Label: Easy Action Records Catalogue Number: EARS 031 (LP) / EARS 031CD (CD) Recorded At: Cockpit Theatre, London RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Cat No. Date Format T. Rex Cockpit Theatre (Music In The Round 1971) Easy Action Records UK EARS 031 November 1, 2016 Limited Edition Red Vinyl LP T. Rex Cockpit Theatre (Music In The Round 1971) Easy Action Records UK EARS 031CD November 1, 2016 CD TRACKLIST TABLE Format Catalogue Tracklisting LP EARS 031 Side One: T. Rex Intro / Jeepster • Humphrey Burton And Marc Bolan • Cadillac • Humphrey Burton, Marc Bolan And Audience Side Two: Marc Bolan Discussing His Guitars And Equipment • Spaceball Ricochet • Telegram Sam CD EARS 031CD T. Rex Intro / Jeepster • Humphrey Burton And Marc Bolan • Cadillac • Humphrey Burton, Marc Bolan And Audience • Marc Bolan Discussing His Guitars And Equipment • Spaceball Ricochet • Telegram Sam NOTES • Complete unedited London Weekend Television broadcast. • Recorded December 8, 1971. • Released forty-five years after recording. • Preserves material omitted from the edited television transmission. • Includes audience interaction and interview segments. • Limited to 500 copies on semi-opaque red vinyl. • Matt laminate sleeve. • Mail-order edition included reproduction photograph and two postcard prints. • CD edition included a booklet with session notes. • Captures Marc Bolan between Electric Warrior and The Slider. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

On June 17 1967, BBC Light Programme’s Saturday Club broadcast a dynamic session by John’s Children, featuring early recordings and an interview with bassist John Hewlett. This appearance captured the band during their short but influential run in the London underground scene. RECORDING & BROADCAST DETAILS Artist: John’s Children Studio: The Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, London Recorded: Tuesday, June 6 1967 Show: Saturday Club (BBC Light Programme) Broadcast Date: Saturday, June 17 1967 TRACK LISTING Jagged Time Lapse (2:38) Written-By – Geoff McClelland Interview With John Hewlett (0:53) Interviewee – John Hewlett The Perfumed Garden Of Gulliver Smith (2:46) Daddy Rolling Stone (2:12) Written-By – Otis Blackwell, P. Townshend* Hot Rod Mama (3:11) THE STORY This session showcases John’s Children at a pivotal moment — raw, energetic, and full of the proto-punk attitude that would later influence the glam and punk movements. The band, which briefly included a young Marc Bolan, delivered powerful performances of “Jagged Time Lapse,” “Hot Rod Mama,” and the mod classic “Daddy Rolling Stone,” along with a rare interview segment with bassist John Hewlett. CONTEXT & NOTES Recorded just days before broadcast, this Saturday Club session is a key document of John’s Children’s brief but fiery career. The inclusion of an interview adds historical value, giving insight into the band during the height of the British psychedelic and mod scene in 1967. RELATED MATERIAL John’s Children – Early Singles & Sessions Marc Bolan – Pre-T. Rex Years For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault, Wikipedia, sleevographia2, Discogs and 45cat. All single artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

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 For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. 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). All single artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

The October 30, 1965 edition of London Life features an early profile on young singer Marc Bolan, noting that his stage name originated from a typing error on his Decca contract and announcing his debut single “The Wizard,” due for release on November 15. Publication: London Life Date: October 30, 1965 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Pop Music Feature THE STORY The piece explains how Bolan’s manager originally intended the name “Bolam,” but a typing error on the contract turned it into “Bolan.” Rather than correct it, they kept the new name. It highlights his forthcoming debut single “The Wizard,” described as an eerie, self-written lyric, and includes a striking portrait of the young artist. CONTEXT AND NOTES This is one of the very earliest press mentions of Marc Bolan (still pre-Tyrannosaurus Rex), capturing him on the cusp of his recording career. The accidental name change would become one of the most enduring elements of his iconic identity as he transitioned from folk/pop to the electric glam sound that defined the 1970s. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Early career profile / Debut single announcement Era: 1965 (Pre-T. Rex / Early Folk-Pop era) Tone: Intriguing, light-hearted, observational Photography: Atmospheric black & white portrait of a young Marc Bolan in a high-collared coat WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Prominent black & white portrait of Marc Bolan Text explaining the “misprint” origin of the name Bolan Announcement of his first Decca single “The Wizard” releasing November 15 Early glimpse of Bolan’s emerging artistic persona All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

This broadcast represents one of the earliest professional captures of the embryonic Tyrannosaurus Rex sound, preserving the intimate, cross-legged club atmosphere that defined their underground reputation in 1968. Venue: BBC Radio 1 – Top Gear Date: Recorded March 11, 1968 Broadcast March 24 & May 5, 1968 Country: United Kingdom Format: Six-Track Session with Spoken Chat Overview A rare surviving BBC session capturing Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrin Took at their earliest and most mystical. Recorded at BBC Studio 1, 201 Piccadilly, this Top Gear appearance documents the duo’s pre-electric, pre-glam identity — a hypnotic blend of acoustic incantation, bongos, pixiephone, and Bolan’s tremulous early vocal style. John Peel, already an admirer, split the session across two broadcasts, helping introduce Tyrannosaurus Rex to a national audience. • BBC transcription logs listing six tracks recorded at Studio 1, 201 Piccadilly on March 11, 1968. • Broadcast notes showing two air dates:   – March 24, 1968 (tracks 1‑13 & 1‑14)   – May 5, 1968 (tracks 1‑15 to 1‑18) • Peel’s handwritten or typed cues introducing several songs with chat. • Track titles and timings preserved exactly as logged:    – 1‑13 “Knight” (with chat) – 2:26    – 1‑14 “Frowning Atahuallpa” (with chat) – 4:41   – 1‑15 “Strange Orchestras” – 1:53   – 1‑16 “Afghan Woman” (with chat) – 2:04    – 1‑17 “Deborah” (with chat) – 3:13    – 1‑18 “Mustang Ford” (with chat) – 3:17 • Notes indicating Peel’s practice of spreading sessions across multiple programmes. • Layout typical of BBC session documentation: monospaced type, precise timings, and minimal commentary. The Story Behind It In March 1968, Tyrannosaurus Rex were still an underground phenomenon — a Ladbroke Grove duo performing cross‑legged on club floors, weaving mystical folk‑psych spells. Their Top Gear session was pivotal: John Peel championed them relentlessly, sensing that Bolan’s lyrical world and Took’s percussive textures were unlike anything else on British radio. Recorded on March 11, the session captured six songs, several with Peel’s conversational introductions and Bolan’s whimsical asides. Two weeks later, Peel aired the first pair of tracks; the remaining four followed in early May, a testament to how strongly he believed in the duo. The performances reveal the embryonic Tyrannosaurus Rex sound that would soon define My People Were Fair and Prophets, Seers & Sages: • sparse yet intense • mystical yet playful • rooted in folk but reaching toward something stranger This session stands as one of the earliest professional recordings of the group — a rare document of Bolan’s formative songwriting and Took’s rhythmic imagination. Source Details Marc Bolan Featuring John's Children, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Marc Bolan & T. Rex – Marc Bolan At The BBC (Radio Sessions And Broadcasts 1967 -1977) Label: Universal Music Catalogue – 534 309-2 Format: 6 x CD, Compilation Box Set Related Material • Tyrannosaurus Rex (March 14, 1968) BBC Night Ride Session • Tyrannosaurus Rex (April 19, 1968) “Biggest Ever” – Manchester Evening News • Tyrannosaurus Rex (May 11, 1968) Middle Earth – Advert • Tyrannosaurus Rex (1968) My People Were Fair – Album Sessions • Additional entries listed in the tag index All original broadcast material and documentation remain the property of the British Broadcasting Corporation. This scrapbook entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

The December 1, 1968 edition of Beat Instrumental magazine reviews Tyrannosaurus Rex’s second album Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc., praising the duo’s continued artistic growth and the quality of the material. Publication: Beat Instrumental Date: December 1, 1968 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Album Review THE STORY The review notes that Marc Bolan and Steve Took are “getting better all the time,” highlighting the variety of moods across the tracks, Steve’s strong drumming, Bolan’s falsetto vocals, and the evocative, strange lyrics. Special mention is made of the album cover as a work of art. It lists the tracks on both sides of the record. CONTEXT AND NOTES This review covers Tyrannosaurus Rex’s sophomore album Prophets, Seers & Sages, The Angels of the Ages, released on Regal Zonophone. It reflects the band’s growing confidence and cult following in the underground scene just months after their debut. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Second album review Era: 1968 (Early Tyrannosaurus Rex / Psychedelic Folk) Tone: Positive, appreciative, detailed Photography: Black & white album cover image of Marc Bolan and Steve Took WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Album title “Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc.” with full cover photo Positive commentary on the duo’s development and musical variety Track listing for both sides of the record Praise for the cover artwork and overall artistic quality RELATED MATERIAL This December 1, 1968 Beat Instrumental review of Prophets, Seers & Sages, Etc. follows naturally from the November 9, 1968 Record Mirror review of the debut album and the various April 1968 single reviews. For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. All magazine scans, newspaper cuttings, scrapbook items, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s second album, Prophets, Seers & Sages The Angels of the Ages, released just four months after their debut, deepened Marc Bolan’s mystical psychedelic folk vision with richer acoustic arrangements and Steve Peregrin Took’s eclectic percussion. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: Prophets, Seers & Sages The Angels of the Ages Date: November 1, 1968 Label: Regal Zonophone Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Mono & Stereo editions) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: Stereo: SLRZ 1005 Mono: LRZ 1005 TRACK LIST Side A Deboraarobed Stacey Grove Wind Quartets Conesuala Trelawny Lawn Aznageel The Mage The Friends Side B Salamanda Palaganda Our Wonderful Brownskin Man O Harley (The Saltimbanques) Eastern Spell The Travelling Tragition Juniper Suction Scenescof Dynasty THE STORY Recorded between May and August 1968 at Trident Studios in London, this album expanded the duo’s sound following the success of their debut. Produced by Tony Visconti, it features Bolan’s poetic songwriting paired with Took’s wide array of percussion instruments. Released on November 1, 1968, it continued the band’s exploration of myth, magic, and whimsy in the British underground scene. CONTEXT & NOTES As the rapid follow-up to My People Were Fair…, the album reached UK #44. It marked continued growth in Bolan’s songcraft and the duo’s rising profile, coming shortly after signing with Blackhill Enterprises and amid Bolan’s relationship with June Child. No singles were taken from the album, though “One Inch Rock” (non-LP) was a contemporary hit. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar, songwriting Steve Peregrin Took – bongos, African talking drum, pixiphone, Chinese gong, assorted percussion, vocals PRODUCTION Produced by: Tony Visconti (Straight Ahead Productions) Engineered by: Malcolm Toft Photography by: Pete Sanders CHARTS UK Albums Chart: Peak #44 PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Iconic black-and-white front cover photograph of Bolan and Took in a field with ritual objects Textured flipback sleeve Mono and Stereo variants WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover displays Marc Bolan in a long cape and Steve Peregrin Took standing on grass with ceremonial items at their feet. The back cover features a dramatic statue photograph, full track listing, production credits, and personal thanks. The design perfectly captures the mystical, woodland aesthetic of late-1960s psychedelic folk. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES Discogs, rockfiles, 45 World, Wikipedia. All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.