Tyrannosaurus Rex’s fourth studio album A Beard of Stars marked a pivotal transition from pure acoustic psychedelic folk toward an electric sound, introducing Mickey Finn after Steve Peregrin Took’s departure and showcasing Marc Bolan’s growing confidence with guitar and production. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex Title: A Beard of Stars Date: June 6, 1970 (US) Label: Blue Thumb (US) / Regal Zonophone (UK) Format / Type:Album Country: United States Catalogue: BTS 18 (US) TRACK LIST Side A Prelude A Day Laye The Woodland Bop Fist Heart Mighty Dawn Dart Pavilions Of Sun Organ Blues By The Light Of A Magical Moon Wind Cheetah Side B A Beard Of Stars Great Horse Dragon’s Ear Lofty Skies Dove Elemental Child PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, chord organ, bass Mickey Finn – Moroccan clay drums, tabla, finger cymbals, bass, backing vocals PRODUCTION Produced by: Tony Visconti Engineered by: Malcolm Toft Photography by: Pete Sanders CHARTS UK Albums Chart: Peak #21 Australia (Kent Music Report): Peak #27 PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Pete Sanders photography of Bolan (front) and Finn (back) Gatefold sleeve with lyric insert Blue Thumb and Regal Zonophone label variants THE STORY Recorded at Trident Studios with producer Tony Visconti, A Beard of Stars was the first album to feature Mickey Finn after Steve Peregrin Took left the band. The record blends the duo’s established mystical folk sound with Bolan’s increasing use of electric guitar, marking a clear step toward the electric glam rock that would define T. Rex. CONTEXT & NOTES This album represents the final chapter of the Tyrannosaurus Rex era before the name was shortened to T. Rex. It reached #21 on the UK Albums Chart and was praised for its tasteful electric elements. The US Blue Thumb edition included a bonus 7" single in some pressings. The cover photography by Pete Sanders is iconic of the band’s woodland-mystic aesthetic. PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Pete Sanders photography of Bolan (front) and Finn (back) Gatefold sleeve with lyric insert Blue Thumb and Regal Zonophone label variants WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a striking black-and-white photograph of Marc Bolan, while the back shows Mickey Finn. The US edition has a gatefold design with detailed credits and lyrics. The overall aesthetic maintains the band’s mystical, fairy-tale imagery. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Blue Thumb / Regal Zonophone 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.

A raw, swaggering rocker driven by one of the most iconic riffs in rock history, “Get It On” was the song that catapulted T. Rex into the mainstream and launched the full glam rock explosion. It remains one of the defining singles of the early 1970s. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: Fly Records Date: July 2, 1971 Catalogue: BUG 10 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Get It On” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti B-Side: “There Was A Time / Raw Ramp” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (BUG 10) A. Get It On B. There Was A Time / Raw Ramp LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Main Commercial – BUG 10 (Stereo) Variants First pressing: Picture sleeve with handwritten text labels and silver Fly logo Second pressing: Handwritten text labels with white Fly logo Later pressings: Silver Fly logo with typeset (upper case) text US release as “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” ✅ Updated INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS (Alphabetical Order) INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Argentina Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Odeon "Pops" — Argentina · 1971 Australia Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Parlophone — Australia · 1971 Austria Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Austria · 1971 Belgium Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Belgium · 1971 Canada Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Reprise — Canada · 1971 Chile Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Cube — Chile · 1972 Denmark Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Denmark · 1971 Finland Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Finland · 1971 France Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — CBS — France · 1971 Germany Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Germany · 1971 Greece Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Columbia — Greece · 1971 Ireland Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Fly — Ireland · 1971 Italy Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — IL — Italy · 1971 Japan Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Odeon — Japan · 1971 Lebanon Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Parlophone — Lebanon · 1971 Netherlands Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Netherlands · 1971 New Zealand Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Parlophone — New Zealand · 1971 Norway Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Norway · 1971 Portugal Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Fama — Portugal · 1971 Rhodesia Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Parlophone — Rhodesia · 1971 Singapore Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Columbia — Singapore · 1971 Spain Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Spain · 1971 Sweden Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Sweden · 1971 Turkey Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside — Turkey · 1971 UK Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Sierra — UK · 1985 UK Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Universal — UK · 2007 USA Bang A Gong (Get It On) — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Reprise — USA · 1971 USA Get It On — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Reprise — USA · 2012 PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Tony Visconti — producer THE STORY Released on July 2, 1971 on Fly Records (BUG 10), “Get It On” / “There Was A Time / Raw Ramp” became T. Rex’s first UK No.1 and their biggest international hit. In the United States it was released as “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” and reached No.10 on the Billboard Hot 100, introducing the world to the irresistible charm and energy of glam rock. CONTEXT & NOTES The single topped the UK charts for four weeks and became T. Rex’s signature song, cementing their status as leaders of the glam movement. It influenced countless artists, from David Bowie to the punk and new wave movements. The song’s riff and attitude made it timeless. RELATED MATERIAL T. Rex (1971) Electric Warrior (Album) T. Rex (1971) Hot Love (Single) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia 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

UK single release for “Telegram Sam” (T. REX 1), issued 21 January 1972 on the T. Rex Wax Co. label. The release was unusual for its time: a three‑track 7-inch, pairing the A‑side with “Cadilac” and “Baby Strange”, both later included on The Slider reissues. ("Cadillac" was, at the time, a non-album track)This triple‑cut format gave exceptional value and reinforced Bolan’s confidence in the strength of his material. Recorded in December 1971 during the early Slider sessions, “Telegram Sam” blends glam‑boogie swagger with Bolan’s signature character‑driven lyricism — “Jungle Face Jake,” “Golden Nose Slim,” and the titular Sam — creating a miniature cast of glitter‑era archetypes. Overview Released on 21 January 1972, “Telegram Sam” launched the new T. Rex Wax Co. label in partnership with EMI, inaugurating the MARC/T. REX catalogue sequence with catalogue number T. REX 1. Arriving at the height of T. Rextasy, the single became T. Rex’s third UK No.1, following “Hot Love” and “Get It On,” and confirmed Bolan’s absolute dominance of early‑1970s British pop. The single entered the UK charts on 29 January 1972, rising immediately to No.1, where it remained for two weeks UK single release for “Telegram Sam” (T. REX 1), issued 21 January 1972 on the T. Rex Wax Co. label. Telegram Sam / Baby Strange — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — Ariola – 10 989 AT — Germany · 1972 Recording & Production The track was cut in December 1971, with Tony Visconti again shaping the sound that defined T. Rex’s imperial phase: Thick, overdriven rhythm guitars Tight, punchy drum sound Layered backing vocals A crisp, radio‑ready mix “Telegram Sam” is often cited as one of Bolan’s purest glam‑boogie statements — simple, direct, and irresistibly hook‑driven. B‑Sides Both B‑sides were strong enough to stand alone: “Cadilac” — a stomping, riff‑heavy rocker “Baby Strange” — raw, energetic, and later a fan‑favourite live number Their inclusion made T. REX 1 one of the most substantial UK singles of the glam era Release Details Label: T. Rex Wax Co. / EMI Catalogue: T. REX 1 Format: 7" vinyl single (push‑out & solid centre) Release Date: 21 January 1972 Recorded: December 1971 Producer: Tony Visconti Writer: Marc Bolan UK Variants Push‑Out Centre — T. REX 1 Solid Centre — T. REX 1 Demo — T. REX 1 Issued in standard T. Rex / EMI company sleeve Chart Performance UK (OCC): Entered: 29 January 1972 Peak: No.1 Weeks at No.1: 2 Total weeks on chart: 12 The single also charted strongly across Europe, reinforcing Bolan’s international momentum ahead of The Slider Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – 3C 006‑93271 — Italy · 1972 Personnel Marc Bolan — lead vocals, guitar Steve Currie — bass guitar Mickey Finn — congas Bill Legend — drums Howard Kaylan — backing vocals Mark Volman — backing vocals Tony Visconti Context & Notes Released during the peak of T. Rextasy First single on the new T. Rex Wax Co. imprint A‑side: swaggering glam classic with iconic character‑name lyrics B‑sides: two strong Slider‑era tracks, unusually generous for a 7" Production: Visconti’s bright, punchy glam sound fully crystallised Historical placement: the opening salvo of T. Rex’s 1972 imperial ye Mini‑Timeline Dec 1971 — Recorded during Slider sessions 21 Jan 1972 — UK release 29 Jan 1972 — Enters UK chart Feb 1972 — Reaches No.1 (two weeks) Early 1972 — Completes 12‑week chart run Discography Position Get It On — 1971 Telegram Sam — 1972 Metal Guru — 1972 Children of the Revolution — 1972 New Musical Express January 22, 1972 International Issues Australia Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – T‑REX 9832 — Australia · 1972 Austria Telegram Sam / Baby Strange — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 10 989 AT — Austria · 1972 Belgium Telegram Sam — 7" — Stateside – REX 7868 — Belgium · 1972 Brazil Telegram Sam / Cadilac / Baby Strange — 7", 33⅓ RPM, EP — Odeon – 7L‑3311 — Brazil · 1972 Canada Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Reprise – REP 1078 — Canada · 1972 Chile Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — Odeon – MSOD 8899 — Chile · 1972 Denmark Telegram Sam — 7" — T. Rex – 6E 006‑93271 — Denmark · 1972 Finland Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – 5E 006‑93271 — Finland · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, 8‑prong centre — T. REX – 5E 006‑93271 — Finland · 1972 France Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — CBS – REX 7868 — France · 1972 Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — CBS – REX 7868 — France · 1972 Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — CBS – REX 7868 — France · 1972 Germany Telegram Sam / Baby Strange — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — Ariola – 10 989 AT — Germany · 1972 Greece Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – T‑REX 101 — Greece India Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — Stateside – ESS.176 — India · 1972Ireland Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Maxi‑Single — T. REX – T‑REX 101 — Ireland · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue — EMI – TREX 101 — Ireland · 1982 Israel Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex – TREX 101 — Israel · 1972 Italy Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – 3C 006‑93271 — Italy · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — T. REX – 3C 006‑93271 / 3 C006‑93271 — Italy · 1972 Japan Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — Odeon – OR‑2988 — Japan · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo — Odeon – OR‑2988 — Japan · 1972 Lebanon Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — Columbia – SCRL 94 — LebanonMexico Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — Capitol – 7092 — Mexico Netherlands Telegram Sam / Baby Strange — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 10989 AT — Netherlands · 1972 New Zealand Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue — EMI – TREX 101 — New Zealand Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM — Parlophone – T.REX.101 — New Zealand · 1972Norway Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – 6E 006 93271 — Norway · 1972 Rhodesia Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – T.REX 101 — Rhodesia · 1972 Singapore Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — T. REX – T‑REX‑101 — Singapore · 1972 Spain Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 10.989‑A — Spain · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 10.989‑A — Spain · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — Ariola – 10.989‑A — Spain · 1972 Sweden Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – 4E 006‑93271 — Sweden · 1972 Turkey Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Stateside – TSS 4118 — TurkeyUnited States Telegram Sam / Cadilac — 7", 45 RPM, Promo — Reprise – REP 1078 — US · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene — Reprise – REP 1078 — US · 1972 Telegram Sam — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Terre Haute Pressing — Reprise – REP 1078 — US · 1972 This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. All rights to the music, artwork, and trademarks belong to their respective copyright holders.

A thunderous glam rock anthem and the absolute apex of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became T. Rex’s fourth and final UK No.1 single. Issued during the peak of Marc Bolan’s cultural dominance, it perfectly captured the euphoric energy of the glam era. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: Odeon Date: June 25, 1972 Catalogue: EOR-10100 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Japan A-Side: “Metal Guru” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti B-Side: “Lady” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti TRACK LIST Japanese 7" Commercial Single (EOR-10100) A. Metal Guru B. Lady THE STORY Released on June 25, 1972 on Odeon Records (EOR-10100) in Japan, this edition of “Metal Guru” / “Lady” was part of T. Rex’s international rollout during their commercial peak. The single followed the success of “Telegram Sam” and preceded the album The Slider, arriving at the height of Bolanmania. CONTEXT & NOTES “Metal Guru” became T. Rex’s fourth and final UK No.1, completing an unmatched run of dominance in the glam era. This Japanese pressing is a sought-after collectible for fans of the band’s global releases. INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Brazil - T. Rex - 1972 Canada - Reprise - 1972 Chile - Odeon - 1972 Denmark - T. Rex - 1972 Finland - T. Rex - 1972 France - CBS - 1972 Germany - Ariola - 1972 Greece - T. Rex - 1972 India - Stateside - 1972 Italy - T. Rex - 1972 Norway - T. Rex - 1972 Peru - Odeon - 1972 Sweden - T. Rex - 1972 USA - Reprise - 1972 RELATED MATERIAL T. Rex (1972) The Slider (Album) T. Rex (1972) Telegram Sam (Single) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia 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.

UK first‑pressing of Tanx (BLN 5002 / 0C 062 • 94187), issued with free fold‑out black‑and‑white poster, 1973. Format: LP • Vinyl • Album • Cassette • 8‑Track Cartridge • Reel‑to‑Reel • Promo Editions • International Variants Label: T. Rex — BLN 5002 Country: UK Release Date: 23 March 1973 Genre: Glam Rock • Psychedelic Soul Style: Post‑Slider glam with soul, funk, gospel and mellotron‑driven arrangements Overview “Tanx is a 1973 album by English rock band T. Rex… released on 16 March by record label EMI.” “Tanx was a musical departure from previous works… Bolan showed his interest for soul music, funk and gospel.” Recorded between August and December 1972, Tanx marks the moment where Marc Bolan begins to pivot away from the glitter‑rock immediacy of Electric Warrior and The Slider toward a denser, more soulful palette. Despite T. Rex’s enormous popularity, the album arrived during a period of press speculation about Bolan’s “slipping crown,” and its lack of a hit single (notably excluding “20th Century Boy”) gave it a more introspective, album‑centric identity. The result is one of Bolan’s most musically varied works: lush mellotron, gospel‑inflected choruses, funk‑leaning rhythms, and confessional ballads sit alongside classic T. Rex stompers. Overview “Tanx is a 1973 album by English rock band T. Rex… released on 16 March by record label EMI.” “Tanx was a musical departure from previous works… Bolan showed his interest for soul music, funk and gospel.” Recorded between August and December 1972, Tanx marks the moment where Marc Bolan begins to pivot away from the glitter‑rock immediacy of Electric Warrior and The Slider toward a denser, more soulful palette. Despite T. Rex’s enormous popularity, the album arrived during a period of press speculation about Bolan’s “slipping crown,” and its lack of a hit single (notably excluding “20th Century Boy”) gave it a more introspective, album‑centric identity. What the Sleeve Shows Designed by John Kosh, the sleeve uses a tank motif inspired by the album’s title. The front cover photograph by Peter Howe shows Bolan straddling a toy tank, feather boa draped over his shoulders, the barrel pointed directly outward — a playful yet confrontational image. The UK LP included a free fold‑out black‑and‑white poster featuring a variant pose. The back cover mixes Mike Putland live/backstage photographs with neon red and blue tank illustrations. The inner sleeve features turquoise ground with repeated tank graphics — notably, Tanx was the first Bolan album without a lyric sheet. The result is one of Bolan’s most musically varied works: lush mellotron, gospel‑inflected choruses, funk‑leaning rhythms, and confessional ballads sit alongside classic T. Rex stompers. Track Listing — Side A Tenement Lady — 2:55 Rapids — 2:48 Mister Mister — 3:29 Broken Hearted Blues — 2:02 Shock Rock — 1:43 Country Honey — 1:47 Electric Slim and the Factory Hen — 3:03 Track Listing — Side B Mad Donna — 2:16 Born to Boogie — 2:04 Life Is Strange — 2:30 The Street and Babe Shadow — 2:18 Highway Knees — 2:34 Left Hand Luke and the Beggar Boys — 5:18 (All tracks written by Marc Bolan.) Personnel T. Rex Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Mickey Finn — conga, hand percussion, vocals Steve Currie — bass Bill Legend — drums Additional Personnel Flo & Eddie — backing vocals Tony Visconti — mellotron, string arrangements, backing vocals, recorder, producer Howard Casey — saxophone The album features: Mellotron (Visconti) Saxophone (Howard Casey) Prominent piano (Bernard Arcadio) Uncredited female gospel backing vocals on “Left Hand Luke” Slide guitar by Bolan on several tracks Recording Notes Recorded 1 August – 3 December 1972 at Château d'Hérouville (Strawberry Studios), with overdubs at AIR Studios. Early sessions produced “Life Is Strange,” “Highway Knees,” “Born to Boogie,” and non‑album singles “Children of the Revolution,” “Jitterbug Love,” “Free Angel,” and “Solid Gold Easy Action.” October sessions yielded the core Tanx material: “Tenement Lady,” “Rapids,” “Mister Mister,” “Broken Hearted Blues,” “Country Honey,” “Mad Donna,” “The Street and Babe Shadow,” “Left Hand Luke.” On 3 December 1972, during a Far East tour, the band recorded “20th Century Boy,” “Electric Slim and the Factory Hen,” and “Shock Rock” at Toshiba Studios, Tokyo. A 31 December master originally included “20th Century Boy,” but it was removed on 8 January — leaving Tanx without a single. Chart Performance UK Albums: #4 (12 weeks in Top 75; first chart date 31/03/1973) Germany: #3 (Year‑end #21) Norway: #5 Australia: #21 US Billboard 200: #102 Albums Chronology The Slider — 1972 Tanx — 1973 Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow — 1974 Singles Featured on This Album No singles were issued from Tanx. Key contemporary non‑album singles from the sessions include: Children of the Revolution (1972) Solid Gold Easy Action (1972) 20th Century Boy (1973) Jitterbug Love, Sunken Rags, Free Angel — B‑sides / session tracks UK Variants LP, Album, Stereo T. Rex — BLN 5002 / 0C 062 • 94187 — UK, 1973 8‑Track Cartridge, Album EMI — 8X‑BLN 5002 / 0C 346 • 94187 — UK, 1973 Cassette, Album EMI — TC‑BLN 5002 — UK, 1973 EMI — TC‑BLN 5002 / 0C 244 • 94187 — UK, 1973 (multiple cassette credit variants) International Variants Australia LP, Album — T. Rex — BLN 5002 — 1973 Cassette, Album, Stereo — EMI — TC‑BLN‑5002 — 1973 Austria / Germany / Spain LP, Album — Ariola — 86 645 IT / 86 645 I / 86.645‑I — 1973 Cassette, Album — Ariola — 54 416 DT / D 54.416 — 1973 Canada LP, Album, Unipak — Reprise — MS 2132 — 1973 8‑Track Cartridge — Reprise — 8RM‑2132 — 1973 Cassette, Album, Stereo — Reprise — CRX‑2132 — 1973 Japan LP, Album, Stereo / Promo — Odeon — EOP‑80777 — 1973 Cassette, Album — Odeon — EOZA‑3304 — 1973 US LP, Album (standard, Pitman, Santa Maria, Terre Haute pressings) — Reprise — MS 2132 — 1973 8‑Track Cartridge — Reprise — M8 2132 — 1973 Cassette, Album — Reprise — M5 2132 — 1973 Reel‑to‑Reel, 7½ ips, 4‑Track Stereo — Reprise — RST 2132‑C — 1973 Other territories (examples) Italy — LP, Album — T. Rex — 3C 064‑94187; cassette and 8‑track on Columbia New Zealand — LP & Cassette — T. Rex — BLN 5002 / TC‑BLN 5002 South Africa — LP, Album — T. Rex — BLN 5002 Yugoslavia — LP, Album — Jugoton — LSEMI‑70540 / T. Rex — bln 5002 Sources Discogs 45cat Wikipedia Original UK LP Tanx (BLN 5002) — sleeve, poster, inner sleeve, label documentation International discography (Australia, Europe, Japan, US, etc.) Official UK chart archives Session notes and reissue documentation (Left Hand Luke, The Tanx Recordings) Contemporary reviews: NME, Record Mirror, Sounds, Creem, Rolling Stone © Copyright Notice All album artwork, photographs, and original text excerpts 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 Groover" is a high-energy glam rock single that marked the end of T. Rex’s unbroken run of UK Top 10 hits. Released as a standalone non-album single on the band’s own T. Rex Wax Co. imprint, it reached No.4 in the UK — still a strong success but signalling the beginning of a commercial softening as newer glam acts like Slade and David Bowie dominated the charts. It remains a fan favourite for its crunching riff and infectious groove. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex Wax Co. (EMI) Date: June 1, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 5 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “The Groover” B-Side: “Midnight” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti UK 7" Commercial Single (MARC 5) A. The Groover B. Midnight Note: Copies were also pressed in Holland to meet demand. Dutch exports can be distinguished by “Made in Holland” on the labels instead of “Gt. Britain”. UK Variants 4-prong push-out centre Solid centre White-label promo Multiple pressing variants (including Dutch-made for UK market) Rolling Stone, full page advert June 3, 1973 PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – lead vocals, guitar, backing vocals Mickey Finn – congas Steve Currie – bass guitar Bill Legend – drums Tony Visconti – producer, backing vocals Chart Performance (UK OCC): Entered: June 16, 1973 Peak: 4 (June 23, 1973) Weeks on chart: 9 Top 10: 4 weeks THE STORY “The Groover” and its B-side “Midnight” were first recorded on March 20, 1973 at Rosenberg Studios in Copenhagen, with later overdubs in London. The original master tape (later released on archival compilations) features several extra minutes of Bolan’s closing guitar solo as the song evolves into a jam. A promotional video was shot on May 3, 1973 featuring Bolan prancing in a film studio intercut with live clips. The track delivers a heavy, chugging guitar-driven sound with a powerful Bolan vocal performance and a memorable extended guitar solo in the original master (later trimmed for the single). It has a raw, danceable energy typical of peak-era T. Rex but with a slightly heavier edge. B-Sides The UK 7" carried one non-album B-side, often regarded as strong enough to have been an A-side itself. “Midnight” Recorded: Rosenberg Studios, Copenhagen — March 20, 1973 (with London overdubs) A moody, atmospheric track with strong melodic hooks Showcases a more reflective side of Bolan’s songwriting while still fitting the glam sound International Issues Australia The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Australia · 1973 Austria The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Austria · 1973 Belgium The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI — Belgium · 1973 Brazil The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Brazil · 1973 Denmark The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Denmark · 1973 France The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — France · 1973 Germany The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Germany · 1973 Greece The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Greece · 1973 Hungary The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Pepita — Hungary · 1973 Ireland The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Ireland · 1973 Israel The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — CBS — Israel · 1973 Italy The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Italy · 1973 Japan The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Japan · 1973 Lebanon The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Lebanon · 1973 Netherlands The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Netherlands · 1973 New Zealand The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — New Zealand · 1973 Norway The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Norway · 1973 South Africa The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — South Africa · 1973 Spain The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola — Spain · 1973 Sweden The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Sweden · 1973 Yugoslavia The Groover — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex — Yugoslavia · 1973 SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. All rights to the music, artwork, and trademarks belong to their respective copyright holders.

Ringo Starr’s third studio album Ringo, released on November 9, 1973, featuring an all-star cast of collaborators including George Harrison, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Marc Bolan, and others, with the hit singles “Photograph” and “You’re Sixteen.” RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Ringo Starr Title: Ringo Date: November 9, 1973 Label: Apple Records Format / Type: LP Vinyl Album (Gatefold) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: PCTC 252 / 0C 066 o 05492 TRACK LIST Side One I'm The Greatest Have You Seen My Baby Photograph Sunshine Life For Me (Sail Away Raymond) You're Sixteen Side Two Oh My My Step Lightly Six O'Clock Devil Woman You And Me (Babe) THE STORY Produced by Richard Perry, Ringo was a star-studded affair with contributions from all four former Beatles (John on “I’m The Greatest,” Paul & Linda on “Six O’Clock,” George on several tracks including “Photograph”). Marc Bolan played guitar on “Have You Seen My Baby.” The album was a major commercial success and one of Ringo’s strongest solo releases. CONTEXT & NOTES The UK release on November 9, 1973, came in a gatefold sleeve with a 24-page lyric booklet and lithographs by Klaus Voormann. The cover features a theatrical design with a large audience and Ringo on stage. A notable test pressing copy includes handwritten credits and a unique Apple label with “Ringo” handwritten in green. PERSONNEL Ringo Starr – drums, vocals Guests: George Harrison, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Marc Bolan, Harry Nilsson, Billy Preston, Klaus Voormann, and many more PRODUCTION Produced by: Richard Perry PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Gatefold sleeve 24-page lyric booklet Lithographs by Klaus Voormann WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a colourful theatrical stage design with Ringo and an audience. The gatefold opens to reveal credits and lyrics. Inner sleeves and lithographs provide additional artwork. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Heritage Auctions. 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.

Track Records released the quirky “Jasper C. Debussy” as a maxi single . This special 7" featured three tracks and came in multiple striking sleeve variants, marking one of his final releases under the Marc Bolan name during the T. Rex era, originall planed for release in 1972, but withdrawn due to a court injunction by Marc Bolan. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Label: Track Date: June 21, 1974 Catalogue: 2094 013 Format: 7" Maxi Single Country: United Kingdom Genre: Glam Rock, Rock Style: British Glam, Psychedelic Rock A-Side: “Jasper C. Debussy” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Simon Napier-Bell B-Side: B1. Hippy Gumbo B2. The Perfumed Garden Of Gulliver Smith TRACK LIST UK 7" Maxi Single (2094 013) A. Jasper C. Debussy B1. Hippy Gumbo B2. The Perfumed Garden Of Gulliver Smith LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS UK Commercial – 2094 013 (Multiple sleeve variants, including different “New Maxi” stickers and photo designs) UK Promo – White label promo version NME review excerpt from June 17, 1972, highlights Marc Bolan's "Jasper C. Debussy," lauding its vibrant, vintage appeal and predicting a top 5 breakthrough despite being an old, overlooked track. Record Mirror review June 24, 1972 Back of a promotional sleeve featuring faded text and markings, highlighting "Marc Bolan" and detailing production by The E. J. Day Group, marketed by Polydor. THE STORY This maxi single revived older Bolan material under the pseudonym “Jasper C. Debussy”. The A-side is a re-worked track with a distinctive vocal style, while the B-side features two earlier recordings. The release was presented as a special “maxi single” with eye-catching sleeves. CONTEXT & NOTES Released during a transitional period for Bolan, the single did not chart highly but has become a collectible item due to its multiple sleeve variants and the “New Maxi” promotion. The tracks were originally from the unreleased or vault material associated with The Beginning of Doves. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia 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.

A punchy, funky glam-rock single from T. Rex’s later period, “New York City” captured Marc Bolan’s love for the Big Apple with a strong groove and infectious energy. Released during the band’s mid-70s phase, it reached No.15 on the UK chart. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: MARC 10 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “New York City” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Chrome Sitar” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (MARC 10) A. New York City B. Chrome Sitar LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Main Commercial – MARC 10 (Stereo) Promo copies exist PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Steve Currie — bass Bill Legend — drums Gloria Jones — backing vocals Dino Dines — keyboards International Issues Australia New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. REX – T.REX-10897 — Australia · 1975 France New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — T. Rex – REX 3556 — France · 1975 Germany New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 16 197 AT — Germany · 1975 B-Side Solid Baby Ireland New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – MARC 10 — Ireland · 1975 Japan New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – EMR-10842 — Japan · 1975 B-Side Solid Baby New Zealand New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — EMI – MARC 10 — New Zealand · 1975 Spain New York City — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Ariola – 16.197-A — Spain · 1975 THE STORY Released on June 20, 1975 on the T. Rex label (MARC 10), “New York City” / “Chrome Sitar” was a strong mid-70s single from the album Futuristic Dragon. Recorded in Hollywood, the A-side is a funky, upbeat ode to the city, while the B-side “Chrome Sitar” showcases Bolan’s experimental side. The single entered the UK chart in July 1975 and peaked at No.15, spending 8 weeks on the chart. CONTEXT & NOTES This release came during T. Rex’s evolving sound phase, blending glam with funk and soul elements. It was one of several 1975 singles that kept Bolan in the charts. Multiple international variants were released, reflecting the band’s ongoing global popularity. RELATED MATERIAL T. Rex (1976) Futuristic Dragon (Album) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia 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.

RELEASE DETAILS Date: 27 May 1977 Catalogue: MARC 17 Format: 7" Single Country: UK A-Side: “Dandy In The Underworld” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: Double B-side B1 “Groove A Little” B2 “Tame My Tiger” THE STORY “Dandy in the Underworld” was the third and final single released from T. Rex’s twelfth and final studio album of the same name (during Marc's lifetime). Released just months before Marc Bolan’s tragic death, it marked the end of an era for one of Britain’s most influential glam rock bands. The single version was specially remixed and edited for radio play. CONTEXT & NOTES Written in November 1976 and inspired by the myth of Orpheus and The Picture of Dorian Gray, Bolan described the song as a “Bolonic revision of Orpheus descending” — a reflection on his own life of excess and comeback. The single edit removed the fourth verse and changed the lyric “Exalted companion of cocaine nights” to “T. Rex nights” for airplay. It features Steve Harley of Cockney Rebel on backing vocals. This was the first T. Rex single since 1970 not to chart on its initial release. TRACK LIST UK 7" Single A. Dandy In The Underworld (Single Version) – 3:53 B1. Groove A Little – 3:27 B2. Tame My Tiger – 2:32 CHART PERFORMANCE UK Singles Sales Chart: Peak Position No. 73 (2021 re-entry) Weeks on Chart: 1 INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Ireland 7" Single (MARC 17) Same tracklist as UK. Two variants exist (standard and solid centre). Japan 7" Single (EMR-20326) A. Dandy In The Underworld – 3:56 B. Tame My Tiger – 2:30 (Commercial and Promo versions released October 5 1977) PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar Dino Dines – keyboards, synthesizer Herbie Flowers – bass Tony Newman – drums Steve Harley – backing vocals Production Marc Bolan – producer Mike Stavrou, Jon Walls – engineers PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS First 25,000 copies issued with full picture sleeve SOURCES Discogs 45cat BBC Official Charts Wikipedia. WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Circular black & white picture sleeve featuring a striking high-contrast negative portrait of Marc Bolan. Text around the circle reads “DANDY IN THE UNDERWORLD • GROOVE A LITTLE • TAME MY TIGER” with “T-REX” at the top. Bottom of sleeve shows catalogue number MARC 17, EMI Records branding, and 45 RPM. RELATED MATERIAL Album: Dandy in the Underworld (1977) Previous Single: “The Soul of My Suit” Following Single: “Celebrate Summer” (posthumous) COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, 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.

Article Context & Main Highlights Artist: Alfalpha Label: EMI Catalogue: EMI 2650 Release Date: July 1, 1977 Format: 7" Single Single featuring Marc Bolan’s guitar contribution, recorded during a session he attended on May 14 1977 at AIR Studios, London. Key Content Notable Details Marc Bolan played guitar on the A-side track “If I Can Just Get Through Tonight”. His contribution is described as low-key, with Isaac Guilliary as the principal guitarist. The B-side is “Railroad”. Marc also worked on the track “Spinning Around” during the same session. This session was part of Marc’s exploration of future production and arrangement possibilities with T.Rex. The single was performed on television (Show 2, August 31 1977), and Marc is credited with backing vocals on Alfalpha’s album Dandy in the Underworld. 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 popular 1979 EMI “greatest hits” compilation featuring T. Rex’s biggest glam anthems, released on both vinyl LP and cassette formats with iconic leopard-print cover imagery of Marc Bolan. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: Solid Gold T.Rex Date: June 1979 Label: EMI Format / Type: LP Vinyl & Cassette Compilation Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: LP: NUT 5 / OC 054-99 592 Cassette: TC-NUT 5 / OC 254-99 592 TRACK LIST Side A 20th Century Boy Groover New York City I Love To Boogie Mystic Lady Children Of The Revolution Dreamy Lady Metal Guru Side B Telegram Sam Truck On (Tyke) Light Of Love Laser Love Dandy In The Underworld Soul Of My Suit London Boys Solid Gold Easy Action THE STORY Released in June 1979, Solid Gold T.Rex is a 16-track compilation that collects many of Marc Bolan’s most successful singles and key album tracks from the band’s glam rock heyday. It was issued on both vinyl and cassette formats to reach a wide audience during the late 1970s. CONTEXT & NOTES This compilation helped maintain T. Rex’s visibility after their commercial peak. The striking cover shot of Bolan in a leopard-print suit became one of the most recognizable images of the band. Both the LP and cassette versions feature the same track listing, with the cassette (TC-NUT 5) being a common format for fans at the time. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar Mickey Finn, Steve Currie, Bill Legend – core band members Tony Visconti – producer (majority of tracks) PRODUCTION Produced by: Tony Visconti (most tracks) Compiled & Released by: EMI Records PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Iconic black-and-white leopard-print cover photo of Marc Bolan Metallic gold “SOLID GOLD T.REX” title Full track listing and liner notes on back WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover shows Marc Bolan in a dramatic pose wearing a revealing leopard-print outfit against a dark background, with the gold title logo in the top right. The back cover includes the complete track list, production credits, and biographical liner notes. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES 45 Worlds, Discogs,. 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.

RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan / T. Rex Label: Cambra Date: May 1985 Catalogue: CR 5161 Format: 2LP Compilation Country: United Kingdom.. THE STORY Issued eight years after Marc Bolan’s passing, The Main Man is a retrospective double-LP celebrating his glam-era peak and late-period maturity. Released by Cambra Records during a renewed mid-’80s interest in Bolan’s legacy, the compilation gathers 18 solid gold tracks from 1972–1977. Its sequencing mirrors Bolan’s creative arc, moving from the glitter-charged stomp of the early ’70s to the reflective tone of his final recordings. CONTEXT & NOTES Promoted heavily as “THIS IS THE BIG ONE!” and marketed as a “Great DOUBLE album” with 18 SOLID GOLD TRACKS. Promotional adverts included a special offer for a FREE single with purchase. The compilation focuses on key hits and strong album tracks with no unreleased material. Side One Telegram Sam The Slider Metal Guru Thunderwing Main Man Lady Children Of The Revolution Side Two Solid Gold Easy Action Born To Boogie 20th Century Boy Spaceball Ricochet Midnight Dandy In The Underworld The Groover Side Three Truck On (Tyke) Cadillac Free Angel Light Of Love Zip Gun Boogie Life's An Elevator All Alone Side Four New York City Dreamy Lady London Boys I Love To Boogie Laser Love The Soul Of My Suit Celebrate Summer RELATED MATERIAL Children of the Revolution ’87 – Single (Feb. 1987) Marc Bolan – Cover & Feature (Sep. 1987) Megarex 1 – Single (Apr. 1985) T.Rex - Glam Slam Guide SOURCES Discogs 45cat BBC Official Charts Wikipedia PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Vibrant blue glitter/sequin-style front cover with sparkling portrait of Marc Bolan Bold pink typography “RECORD SET” banner in top left corner WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Striking blue cover featuring a jewel-encrusted portrait of Marc Bolan against a vibrant background with floating sparkles. White Cambra vinyl labels with orange and black text. All album artwork, photographs, logos, 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.

A comprehensive 1996 CD anthology compiling rare BBC session recordings, live tracks, and performances spanning Tyrannosaurus Rex’s early psychedelic folk era through T. Rex’s glam breakthrough, offering an essential audio history of Marc Bolan’s formative years. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Tyrannosaurus Rex / T. Rex Title: A BBC History Date: June 1996 Label: Band Of Joy Format / Type: CD Album (Compilation) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: BOJCD 016 THE STORY This 26-track CD gathers BBC radio sessions and performances from the late 1960s to early 1970s, documenting Marc Bolan’s evolution from the acoustic, poetic Tyrannosaurus Rex duo to the electric glam rock of T. Rex. It includes early folk-psych gems alongside breakthrough hits, providing a unique archival snapshot of Bolan’s rapid artistic development. TRACK LIST Misty Mist (Highways) Scenescof Dynasty Pictures Of Purple People Juniper Suction (Poem) Juniper Suction (Song) The Misty Coast Of Albany Once Upon The Seas Of Abyssinia Iscariot Chariots Of Silk Fist Heart Mighty Dawn Dart Pavillions Of Sun A Day Laye By The Light Of The Magical Moon Wind Cheetah Ride A White Swan Elemental Child Suneye Summertime Blues Jewel Hot Love Beltane Walk Sailors Of The Highway Girl Cadilac Jeepster Life’s A Gas THE STORY This 77-minute CD gathers previously unreleased or rare recordings from BBC radio sessions spanning the late 1960s to early 1970s. It traces Marc Bolan’s journey from the intimate, poetic Tyrannosaurus Rex duo to the emerging electric sound of T. Rex, including alternate takes, poems, and live-in-studio performances. CONTEXT & NOTES Released on the Band Of Joy label in 1996, A BBC History is a valuable collector’s release that fills in gaps in the official discography with authentic BBC archive material. It highlights Bolan’s rapid artistic growth during one of the most creative periods in British rock. The compilation includes both acoustic folk-psych material and early hits like “Ride A White Swan,” “Hot Love,” and “Jeepster.” PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar Steve Peregrin Took – percussion, vocals (early tracks) Mickey Finn – percussion, vocals (later tracks) PRODUCTION Produced by: Various (BBC Recordings) Compiled & Released by: Band Of Joy Running Time: 77 minutes RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES 45cat, Discogs. COPYRIGHT NOTICE 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.

Demon Vision’s essential 2006 DVD T. Rex On T.V. brings together a rich three-hour compilation of Marc Bolan and T. Rex’s classic television appearances from the 1970s. Featuring electrifying performances, interviews, and rare footage, this release offers an outstanding visual document of Bolan at the height of T. Rextasy and beyond. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Title: T. Rex On T.V. Date: June 5, 2006 Label: Demon Vision Format / Type: DVD (Single Disc) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: DEMONDVD007 Barcode: 5 014797 600072 TRACK LIST / CONTENTS Main Feature – TV Performances “Hot Love”, “Get It On”, “Jeepster”, “Telegram Sam”, “Metal Guru”, “Children Of The Revolution”, “Solid Gold Easy Action”, “20th Century Boy”, “Teenage Dream” and many more “Supersonic” and “Get It Together” segments Dreamy Lady, London Boys, I Love To Boogie, Funky London Child, Soul Of My Suit, New York City, Laser Love, Ride A White Swan, To Know You Is To Love You, Crimson Moon, Dandy In The Underworld, etc. Bonus / Additional Content “It’s About Me Really…” – Interviews and music “Dandy In The Underworld” – Definitive documentary Rare footage from UK, France, and Germany TV archives THE STORY This DVD compiles surviving television performances and interviews of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, showcasing the band’s journey from the early glam explosion through to Bolan’s later years. With a total running time of 176 minutes, it highlights the group’s magnetic TV presence that helped define the 1970s glam rock era. CONTEXT & NOTES Released during the ongoing revival of interest in Marc Bolan’s catalogue, T. Rex On T.V. is particularly valuable due to the scarcity of high-quality 1970s UK television archives. It includes many of the band’s most iconic TV moments that propelled them to stardom. PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar With various line-ups of T. Rex (including Mickey Finn, Steve Currie, Bill Legend, etc.) WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Front: Iconic image of Marc Bolan sitting on a vintage TV set with the large, colourful “T.REX ON TV.” logo. Back: Detailed track highlights, running time, technical specifications (Aspect Ratio 4:3, Region 2, PAL, English audio/subtitles), and Demon Vision branding. 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.

T.Rex’s Born to Boogie – The Motion Picture was reissued on June 13, 2016 in multiple formats, including Blu‑ray (for the first time), a deluxe 2DVD + 2CD edition, and digital download, as part of a series of archival releases by Demon Music Group. A limited theatrical run at Picturehouse Cinemas followed on June 14, 2016, showcasing the newly restored 1972 film and reaffirming its status as glam’s ultimate time capsule. Restoration and 2016 Reissue Additionally, the British Film Institute (BFI) screened the movie on May 20, 2016, as part of its Sonic Cinema series. These events followed a restoration process that utilized 16mm film negatives and 16-track audio tapes, remixed to 5.1 surround sound by producer Tony Visconti, enhancing the film’s visual and audio quality. Bonus Content The 2016 reissue included extensive bonus content: the original theatrical cut, a director’s “Premier” cut, both Wembley concerts in full (5:30 pm and 8:30 pm shows), documentaries on the restoration process, interviews with Visconti and Bolan’s son Rolan, unreleased footage, and trailers. The reissue was preceded by a Record Store Day exclusive double-vinyl of the concerts on April 16, 2016, and a limited-edition 7” single of “Children of the Revolution/Tutti Frutti” on May 13, 2016. Critical Reception Retrospective reviews praised the reissue for capturing T. Rex’s glam rock peak, with critics like Chris Roberts of Classic Rock giving it four-and-a-half stars, calling it a “cult classic” that showcases Bolan’s infectious bravado and musical flair. Legacy and Appeal The film’s enduring appeal lies in its raw energy, historical significance as the only full T. Rex concert recording, and its star-studded cameos, though some critics note the surreal sequences feel dated or self-indulgent. For fans, it remains a vibrant document of Marc Bolan’s legacy as a glam rock pioneer.

Electric Warrior was the second studio album issued under the T. Rex name and the sixth album overall since the group's 1968 debut as Tyrannosaurus Rex. Released by Fly Records in the United Kingdom and Reprise Records in the United States, it marked a major turning point in the band's development. The album moved decisively away from the folk-oriented approach of earlier releases and established a more direct, pop-focused and flamboyant glam rock sound. By the time recording began, T. Rex had already experienced a dramatic rise in popularity. "Ride A White Swan" had reached number two in the UK, while "Hot Love" spent six consecutive weeks at number one. Marc Bolan's glitter-adorned appearance on Top Of The Pops during promotion for "Hot Love" became one of the defining visual moments associated with the emergence of glam rock. The album became T. Rex's first UK number one album, remaining at the top of the chart for eight weeks and spending forty-four weeks in the listings overall. In America it reached number thirty-two on the Billboard 200. The success of "Get It On", retitled "Bang A Gong (Get It On)" in the United States, helped establish the group's profile internationally and became their only North American top-ten hit. Over time, Electric Warrior has come to be regarded as one of the defining albums of the glam-rock era and one of Marc Bolan's most influential achievements. RECORDING Recording commenced on March 5, 1971, at Trident Studios in London, where an early version of "Planet Queen" was taped. Additional early sessions followed during March for "Mambo Sun" and "Cosmic Dancer". When the group travelled to the United States in April 1971, recording continued at Wally Heider Studios in Hollywood and Mediasound Studios in New York City under producer Tony Visconti. During these sessions, Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman joined the project, contributing backing vocals. Material including "Get It On", "Monolith", "Planet Queen", "Jeepster", "Lean Woman Blues" and "Girl" was developed during the American recordings. Returning to England, Bolan and Visconti began extensive mixing at AIR Studios. The pair realised they had accumulated enough strong material to build a complete album. Additional sessions took place at Advision Studios, where "The Motivator", "Rip Off" and possibly "Life's A Gas" were recorded. The album master was compiled at Trident Studios on July 21, 1971, before the final sequence was assembled for release. STYLE & THEMES The songs represented a major shift in Bolan's songwriting approach. Instead of the dense fantasy imagery and romantic symbolism that characterised earlier albums, the material explored more personal, direct and often erotic themes. Fantasy continued to appear in the lyrics, but it was now blended with rock-and-roll imagery involving cars, women, glamour and boogie. Musically, the album expanded the electric sound introduced on the previous T. Rex album, helped by the presence of Steve Currie on bass and Bill Legend on drums. Tony Visconti further developed production techniques used on earlier records, including flanging, reverb, backwards guitar effects, tape loops and intentionally overloaded microphone preamps. Additional musicians including Rick Wakeman, Burt Collins, Ian McDonald, Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman contributed to the album's distinctive sound. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Mambo Sun — Developed during early 1971 sessions and refined during the album recordings. • Cosmic Dancer — Initially attempted with Marc Bolan playing a Fender Stratocaster before switching to acoustic guitar. • Jeepster — Recorded during the United States sessions and later became the album's second single, released against Marc Bolans wishes. • Monolith — Worked on during American recording sessions with Tony Visconti. • Lean Woman Blues — Completed during the New York sessions and later received additional overdubs. • Get It On — Became T. Rex's biggest-selling single and only North American top-ten hit. Rick Wakeman contributed piano. • Planet Queen — One of the earliest songs recorded for the album and revisited throughout the sessions. • Girl — Recorded under the working title "Electric Witch" and features Burt Collins on flugelhorn. • The Motivator — Recorded during May 1971 sessions at Advision Studios. • Life's A Gas — One of the album's gentler moments and later performed acoustically by Marc Bolan and Cilla Black on television. • Rip Off — Early versions opened with a guitar riff before the arrangement was revised to begin with drums. RELEASE HISTORY Electric Warrior was issued on September 24, 1971, by Fly Records in the United Kingdom and Reprise Records in the United States. The album reached number one in the UK and remained there for eight weeks. In America it reached number thirty-two on the Billboard 200. Two singles were released from the album: • Get It On — July 1971 • Jeepster — November 1971 "Get It On" spent four weeks at number one in the UK. For the American market it was retitled "Bang A Gong (Get It On)". The album was later reissued by Rhino Records with bonus material, and a 30th Anniversary Special Edition added a further collection of work-in-progress recordings. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA USA Billboard 200 — Peak: 32 EUROPE UK Albums Chart — Peak: 1 Germany — Peak: 14 Norway — Peak: 12 PACIFIC Australia — Peak: 15 CERTIFICATIONS BPI (United Kingdom) — Gold — 100,000 units RIAA (United States) — Gold — 500,000 units AWARDS • Ranked No. 100 in Rolling Stone's 1987 "100 Greatest Albums of the Last 20 Years" • Ranked No. 160 in Rolling Stone's 2003 and 2012 editions of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time • Ranked No. 188 in the 2020 revision of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time • Included in 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die • Ranked No. 20 in Pitchfork's list of the best albums of the 1970s PERSONNEL T. Rex Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Mickey Finn — congas, bongos, vocals Steve Currie — bass Bill Legend — drums, tambourine Additional Personnel Howard Kaylan — backing vocals Mark Volman — backing vocals Rick Wakeman — piano on "Get It On" Ian McDonald — saxophone Burt Collins — flugelhorn on "Girl" PRODUCTION Produced by Tony Visconti String arrangements: Tony Visconti Engineer: Roy Thomas Baker Tape operator: Martin Rushent Artwork and photography: George Underwood Mastering: George Marino Cover design: Hipgnosis Cover photography: Kieron "Spud" Murphy Label: Fly Records (UK); Reprise Records (US) The album was also release on TC (cassette) and 8-Track (cassette) A1 Mambo Sun A2 Monolith A3 Life's A Gas B1 Planet Queen B2 Girl B3 The Motivator C1 Cosmic Dancer C2 Jeepster C3 Lean Woman Blues (Beg) D1 Lean Woman Blues (Concl) D2 Bang A Gong (Get It On) D3 Rip Off RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE (SELECTIVE FORMATS) Artist Album Label Country Catalogue Date Format T. Rex Electric Warrior Fly Records UK HIFLY 6 September 24, 1971 LP T. Rex Electric Warrior Reprise Records USA RS 6466 September 24, 1971 LP Gatefold T. Rex Electric Warrior SMS Records Japan MD32-5016 September 30, 1985 CD First Pressing T. Rex Electric Warrior (30th Anniversary Edition) A&M Records UK/EU 493 113-2 2001 Special Edition CD TRACKLIST TABLE (SELECTIVE FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo Label: Fly Records – HIFLY 6 Country: UK Released: September 24, 1971 A1. Mambo Sun (3:40) A2. Cosmic Dancer (4:30) A3. Jeepster (4:12) A4. Monolith (3:49) A5. Lean Woman Blues (3:02) B1. Get It On (4:27) B2. Planet Queen (3:13) B3. Girl (2:32) B4. The Motivator (4:00) B5. Life's A Gas (2:24) B6. Rip Off (3:40) Rhino CD Reissue, Remastered Label: Reprise Records – R2 76111, Rhino Records– R2 76111 Country: US Released: February 25, 2003 Original Album Bonus Tracks: There Was A Time (1:00) Raw Ramp (4:16) Planet Queen (Acoustic Version) (3:00) Hot Love (4:59) Woodland Rock (2:24) King Of The Mountain Cometh (3:57) The T. Rex Electric Warrior Interview (19:35) 30th Anniversary CD Reissue, Remastered, Special Edition, Label: A&M Records – 493 113-2 Country: UK & Europe Released: 2001 Original Album Bonus Tracks: Rip Off (Work In Progress) (2:30) Mambo Sun (Work In Progress) (3:57) Cosmic Dancer (Work In Progress) (5:15) Monolith (Work In Progress) (4:47) Bang A Gong (Get It On) (4:43) Planet Queen (Work In Progress) (0:56) The Motivator (Work In Progress) (4:19) Life's A Gas (Work In Progress) (3:14) NOTES The album artwork was designed by Hipgnosis using a photograph taken by Kieron "Spud" Murphy at a T. Rex concert in Nottingham on May 14, 1971. The original UK sleeve featured a metallic gold silhouette of Marc Bolan against a matte-black background. A poster was included with the first UK and German pressings, while the American edition incorporated the poster image into its gatefold design. The cover later inspired the artwork for Justice's debut album SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, Official Charts, T. Rex Archives 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.

RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Marc Bolan Label: Cherry Red Records (UK) Date: May 14, 1982 Catalogue: CHERRY 39 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side: “The Wizard” B-Side: “Beyond the Risin’ Sun” / “Rings of Fortune” THE STORY This posthumous Cherry Red 7" single (CHERRY 39) showcases two early Marc Bolan compositions. Side A features “The Wizard”, while Side B contains “Beyond the Risin’ Sun” and “Rings of Fortune”. The striking yellow sleeve features a detailed mystical illustration of Bolan on the front and a tarot card design (“Le Soleil” / XVIII) on the back, complete with Cherry Red and distribution credits. CONTEXT & NOTES Released in 1982, long after Bolan’s death in 1977, this single aimed to reintroduce fans to his pre-fame acoustic Tyrannosaurus Rex material. Despite the beautiful packaging, it achieved no chart success. A misprinted variant with blank/white spaces instead of artwork also exists, making complete copies especially sought after by collectors. A striking posthumous 7" single from Cherry Red Records featuring two early Marc Bolan gems from his Tyrannosaurus Rex days. The front sleeve displays a beautiful, mystical illustration of Bolan as “The Wizard” — long-haired, clutching a scythe, skull, hourglass and mystical symbols against a vivid yellow background. The back cover continues the esoteric theme with a tarot-inspired “Le Soleil” card design and handwritten-style credits. This release stands as a loving tribute to Bolan’s pre-T.Rex acoustic folk-rock magic, packaged with the same mystical, bohemian aesthetic that defined his early career. PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front cover: Marc Bolan illustrated as “The Wizard” with scythe and mystical symbols Back cover: Tarot card “Le Soleil” design with handwritten credits Catalogue number CHERRY 39 and Cherry Red branding Limited posthumous release of early Tyrannosaurus Rex tracks WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Vivid yellow background with striking brown line art of Bolan on the front. Tarot-inspired illustration and “Beyond the Risin’ Sun” title on the reverse. Classic early-80s indie 7" single packaging with mystical, bohemian aesthetic. SOURCES Discogs 45cat BBC Official Charts Wikipedia All single artwork, photographs, logos, 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.

Issued as a limited‑edition promotional single, this early 7" pressing of Jeepster marked the first UK appearance of the track on vinyl. Released on 10 September 1971, the promo was circulated exclusively to radio and industry contacts to build anticipation for the forthcoming Electric Warrior album. The pairing of Jeepster with Life’s a Gas showcased Marc Bolan’s transition from acoustic mysticism into the confident electric glam sound that defined T. Rex’s rise. Both tracks were produced by Tony Visconti. Jeepster reflects Bolan’s blues‑driven groove and swagger, recorded during the Electric Warrior sessions. Life’s a Gas presents one of Bolan’s most tender acoustic compositions, offering a contrasting emotional tone within the promo pairing. STYLE & THEMES Jeepster blends rock ’n’ roll simplicity with Bolan’s glam‑era charisma, driven by a playful riff and rhythmic confidence. Life’s a Gas delivers a gentle, reflective acoustic mood, highlighting Bolan’s lyrical romanticism. TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Jeepster — A swaggering glam‑rock track from the Electric Warrior sessions, issued here in its first UK promo appearance. • Life’s a Gas — A soft, acoustic composition that balances the A‑side’s electric energy. RELEASE HISTORY Released 10 September 1971 in the UK as a promo‑only 7" vinyl single on Fly Records. Catalogue number BUG 10. Pressed in limited quantities for radio and industry use. Commercial release followed later in 1971. Artist: T. Rex Title: Jeepster Label: Fly Records Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: BUG 10 Date: September 10, 1971 Format: 7" Promo Single Tracklist (7"): A — Jeepster B — Life’s a Gas Notes: Limited‑edition promo pressing issued to preview the Electric Warrior album. Pressed in small quantities for radio and industry circulation only. No overseas promo variants known. SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia. BBC Official Charts 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.

One of T. Rex’s biggest hits during the peak of T. Rextasy, “Metal Guru” became the band’s fourth and final UK No.1 single in 1972, showcasing Marc Bolan’s glam rock brilliance. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (EMI) Date: June 8, 1972 Catalogue: T. REX-9929 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Australia Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam Rock, Rock & Roll TRACK LIST Australia 7" Commercial Single (T. REX-9929) A-Side: “Metal Guru” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti B-Side: “Lady” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti PERSONNEL Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar Mickey Finn – percussion, vocals Steve Currie – bass Bill Legend – drums LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Australia – T. Rex T. REX-9929 (1972) UK – T. Rex (1972) Argentina – T. Rex (1972) Austria – Ariola (1972) Ireland – T. Rex (1972) Netherlands – Ariola (1972) New Zealand – T. Rex (1972) Singapore – T. Rex (1972) South Africa – T. Rex (1972) Spain – Ariola (1972) Turkey – Stateside (1972 THE STORY Released in May/June 1972, “Metal Guru” was the lead single from the album The Slider. Recorded in France with overdubs in London, the song features Bolan’s signature boogie riff, orchestral strings, and catchy chorus, quickly becoming a glam rock anthem. CONTEXT & NOTES “Metal Guru” topped the UK Singles Chart for four weeks and was a major hit across Europe and Australia. It perfectly encapsulated the height of T. Rextasy in 1972. The Australian release features the purple label with red T. Rex logo seen in the images. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, Billboard archives. 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.