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The July 29, 1974 edition of the Norwich Evening News reviews the album Beginning of Doves, a collection of early Marc Bolan tracks from his pre-T. Rex days. Publication: Norwich Evening News Date: July 29, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: Norwich Section: Music Review THE STORY Reviewer Colin Cross praises the album, noting that while most people now know Marc Bolan as the leader of T. Rex, this LP showcases his earlier work when he was much better than he is now. He highlights tracks such as “Jasper C. Debussy”, “Hippy Gumbo”, “One Inch Rock”, “Cat Black”, and “Sarah Crazy Child”, describing Bolan as a “mystical wandering minstrel” on many of the recordings. CONTEXT AND NOTES This review appeared as T. Rex’s commercial peak had passed. The compilation Beginning of Doves gave fans a chance to rediscover Bolan’s underground psychedelic folk roots from the Tyrannosaurus Rex era, including first takes and between-song comments. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Album review Era: 1974 (Retrospective) Tone: Appreciative, nostalgic Photography: Text-based review (no photo in clipping) WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Bold headline “Bolan L.P.” Positive review by Colin Cross Track highlights from Bolan’s early career Reflection on his transition from underground artist to glam superstar 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.

The July 26, 1969 edition features an interview with Marc Bolan of Tyrannosaurus Rex discussing underground music, exposure, and the band’s philosophy. Publication: Music Magazine / Press Date: July 26, 1969 Country: United Kingdom Location: UK Section: Interview / Feature THE STORY Marc Bolan talks about the challenges underground groups face in getting exposure, the band’s transformation, and their approach to music. He emphasizes staying true to their artistic vision rather than chasing commercial success. CONTEXT AND NOTES T his interview captures Tyrannosaurus Rex in their late acoustic/psychedelic phase, just before their shift to electric glam as T. Rex. Bolan’s comments reflect the underground scene’s frustrations with mainstream media. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Artist interview Era: 1969 (Late acoustic era) Tone: Thoughtful, artistic Photography: Photo of Marc Bolan and Steve Peregrin Took WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Bold headline “Underground groups are those which don’t get exposure” Interview with Marc Bolan Discussion of the music industry and the band’s identity Typical late-1960s music press layout RELATED MATERIAL July 26, 1969 review of “King Of The Rumbling Spires” For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Music Press, July 26, 1969 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.

“Memories of Beatlemania were brought back to me on the Pier on Friday last week when about seven young girls were carried, half‑fainting, across the stage at Marc Bolan’s appearance with T. Rex.” — Jenni Inness, Hastings & St Leonards Observer, July 26 1975 Event: Marc Bolan and T. Rex perform at the Hastings Pier Ballroom, Friday July 25 1975, 8 p.m. – 11.45 p.m. Part of the short UK coastal tour following the Isle of Man and Great Yarmouth dates. Supported by Stallion, with vocalist John Wilde. Licensed bar and buffet available. Setlist: • Jeepster • 20th Century Boy • Teenage Dream • Zip Gun Boogie • New York City • The Soul of My Suit • Hot Love • Get It On Photographs: Marc Bolan performing live on stage in a vivid geometric shirt, playing a Fender Stratocaster under red stage lighting photos by Joe Bowieaddick Chronicle Note: The Hastings Pier Ballroom concert captured Bolan’s enduring magnetism amid changing musical tides. Press coverage likened the crowd’s fervour to Beatlemania, underscoring his continued hold on fans even as T. Rex entered its mid‑70s phase. Advert / Ephemera: Ticket: Pink paper, numbered 1267 — £1.25 in advance / £1.50 at door. Newspaper Advert: Hastings & St Leonards Observer, July 19 1975 — “First Time in the South – Marc Bolan plus T. Rex – Licensed Bar 8.0 – 11.45 pm • Buffet • Tickets £1.25 in  advance.” Review: Marc’s Fans Stay True by Jenni Inness — describes intense fan reaction, comparisons to Beatlemania, and Stallion’s support set. Surrounding Dates: • July 12, 1975 – Palace Lido, Douglas, Isle of Man • July 23, 1975 – Tiffany’s Nightclub, Great Yarmouth • July 26, 1975 –  Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone SOURCES 'There Was A Time - Marc Bolan a Chronology' Cliff McLenehan, ninebattles . com 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 tight, high‑energy mid‑summer appearance, mixing classic T. Rex hits with Bolan’s evolving mid‑70s sound. Event: Marc Bolan & T. Rex perform at Tiffany’s Nightclub, Great Yarmouth, as part of a short UK run during summer 1975. The refreshed line‑up delivers a compact, high‑impact set blending early glam staples with newer mid‑70s material. Setlist: • Jeepster • 20th Century Boy • Teenage Dream • Zip Gun Boogie • New York City • The Soul of My Suit • Hot Love • Get It On Advert: Black‑and‑white newspaper listing published July 18, 1975, announcing the concert at Tiffany’s, Great Yarmouth — “Tickets now available from Tiffanys.” Venue telephone number 57018 appears in the header, confirming local booking details. Chronicle Note: The Great Yarmouth concert stands as the defining moment of this brief 1975 circuit — a confident showcase of Bolan’s renewed stage presence and the evolving sound of T. Rex during this transitional period. Surrounding Dates: • July 12, 1975 – Palace Lido, Douglas, Isle of Man • July 25, 1975 – Hastings Pier Ballroom, Hastings • July 26, 1975 – Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone SOURCES 'There Was A Time - Marc Bolan a Chronology' Cliff McLenehan, 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.

Classic Rock Magazine (Louder) publishes a new feature exploring the creation of Marc Bolan’s 1971 T. Rex classic Get It On, its chart success, its musical inspirations, and the song’s later influence on Prince. Includes Bolan’s own 1971 reflections, studio details from Trident, and the track’s reintroduction to new audiences. Classic Rock Magazine (via LouderSound) reports on the story behind Marc Bolan’s 1971 T. Rex single Get It On, released on 2 July 1971 and now regarded as one of the defining records of the glam‑rock era. The article contrasts Bolan’s earlier single Hot Love — half of which consists of the repeated “La, la, la” refrain — with the sophistication and vivid imagery of Get It On. Bolan drew inspiration from Chuck Berry’s Little Queenie, echoing the ad‑libbed line “...and meanwhile, I’m still thinking” as the track fades out. The song was recorded at Trident Studios in London and produced by Tony Visconti, who would soon find greater success with David Bowie. The session featured notable contributors: Rick Wakeman performing piano glissandos for £9, Ian McDonald (King Crimson) layering four saxophone tracks, and Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan (The Turtles) providing backing vocals. Get It On became the perfect summer single of 1971, spending four weeks at No.1 in the UK and reaching No.10 in the USA, where it was retitled Bang A Gong (Get It On) due to an existing song with the same name. The article notes how the 1985 cover by The Power Station reintroduced Bolan’s song to a new generation, though Bolan himself did not live to see it, having passed in 1977 at age 29. His legacy, the feature argues, is secured by the golden run of early‑70s singles — with Get It On standing as one of his most accomplished works. LouderSound highlights that Get It On directly inspired Prince twice, first with Cream and again with Peach. Bolan’s lyric “you’re dirty‑sweet and you’re my girl” is mirrored in Prince’s “you’re filthy‑cute and baby you know it,” underscoring Bolan’s lasting influence on him. The feature closes with Bolan’s own 1971 comment to Record Mirror: “I honestly believe Get It On was one of the best things I’ve ever done. The only kind of criticism I’m going to accept about it is that if someone can say, ‘Well, that’s out of tune or the guitar work is crap.’ OK, but I know it isn’t.”

UK first‑pressing of The Slider (BLN 5001 / 1E 062 ◦ 93596), with red lyric inner sleeve, 1972. Released on July 21, 1972, by EMI in the UK and August 1972 by Reprise in the US, it featured two number-one singles, “Telegram Sam” and “Metal Guru.” Arriving at the peak of T. Rextasy, The Slider followed the chart‑topping Electric Warrior (1971) and cemented Marc Bolan’s reputation as the “King of Glam.” Written mostly while on tour in late 1971, the album blends hard‑hitting “Zep Rex” riffs with tender, confessional ballads. It reached #4 in the UK and #17 in the US, and over time has earned recognition as one of glam rock’s defining records. Track Listing — Side A Metal Guru Mystic Lady Rock On The Slider Baby Boomerang Spaceball Ricochet Buick MacKane — Side B Telegram Sam Rabbit Fighter Baby Strange Ballrooms of Mars Chariot Choogle Main Man The sleeve credits Ringo Starr (although Tony Visconti has stated he took the images) with the front and back cover photographs, taken at John Lennon’s Tittenhurst Park during filming of the Born to Boogie movie. The iconic grainy black‑and‑white portrait of Bolan in top hat was accidentally over‑processed in the darkroom, giving it its distinctive texture. Issued in a single sleeve slip in sleeve in the UK , with a red thick paper inner sleeve carrying full lyrics and credits. Labels T. Rex – BLN 5001 / 1E 062 ◦ 93596, with one version noted for omitting “T. REX” under the track listing on the labels. UK first‑pressing of The Slider (BLN 5001 / 1E 062 ◦ 93596), with red lyric inner sleeve, 1972. Test pressings of the album suggest Marc considered releasing it under a pseudonym. A two single-sided test pressing dated June 29, 1972, indicates he may have been experimenting with his band’s name. He tried out two names: 1) Total Wrecks and the Space Cadets, 2) The Locomotivehead Dress Sneaker Rhino Eared Rollerskated Shop Band. Marc handwrote all the text on the covers but left the labels blank. An accompanying info sheet also mentioned that Chariot Choogle will be released as a single in the UK next month. Advertisement for T. Rex's album "The Slider," featured in Melody Maker on July 22, 1972, highlighting its availability on multiple formats. Full-page advertisement for T. Rex in Melody Maker, August 19, 1972, featuring an energetic and stylish image of the band with the bold headline "SLIDE 'ER." Personnel T. Rex Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Steve Currie — bass guitar Mickey Finn — percussion, congas, hand percussion, vocals Bill Legend — drums Additional Personnel Mark Volman (“Flo”) — backing vocals Howard Kaylan (“Eddie”) — backing vocals Tony Visconti — producer, string arrangements, backing vocals Technical Dominique “Freddy” Hansson — engineering David Katz — orchestra master Ringo Starr — sleeve photography Mick O’Halloran — front‑of‑house technician / lead road manager Steve Little — stage manager / PA to Marc / roadie Micky Marmalade — roadie / drive Recording Notes Most songs were written and demoed in late 1971 while touring the UK. Early sessions (November 1-3 1971) at Rosenberg Studios, Copenhagen produced “Telegram Sam”, “Baby Strange”, “Cadilac”, “Thunderwing” and an early “Spaceball Ricochet”, with overdubs at Trident Studios in London. On Elton John’s recommendation, the bulk of the album was recorded at Strawberry Studios, Château d'Hérouville near Paris. Sessions from February 3 and 8–12 March 8–12 1972 yielded “The Slider”, “Rock On”, “Metal Guru”, “Mystic Lady”, “Spaceball Ricochet” (remake), “Rabbit Fighter”, “Main Man”, plus B‑sides “Lady” and “Sunken Rags” and the outtake “Buick MacKane and the Babe Shadow”. Further recording (March 31 –April 2) back at Rosenberg produced “Buick MacKane”, “Baby Boomerang” and “Chariot Choogle”, along with a 12‑minute rehearsal of “Children of the Revolution” for the Born to Boogie film. Final backing vocals by Flo & Eddie and mixing were completed at Elektra Sound Recorders, Los Angeles in early April UK Variants LP, Album (Stereo / Standard labels) T. Rex — BLN 5001 / 1E 062 ◦ 93596 — UK, 1972 (red lyric inner, regular cover) T. Rex — BLN 5001 — UK, 1972 (label text variations) T. REX — BLN 5001 / 1E 062 ◦ 93596 — UK, 1972 (capitalised artist credit) LP, Album, Mispress, Stereo — T. Rex — BLN 5001 / 1E 062‑93596 — UK, 1972 LP, Album, White Label T. Rex — BLN 5001 — UK, 1972 (white label promo/test) Cassette, Album His Master’s Voice — TC‑BLN 5001 / 1E 244 ◦ 93936 — UK, 1972 His Master’s Voice — TC‑BLN 5001 / 1E 244 ◦ 93596 — UK, 1972 (green label variant) 8‑Track Cartridge, Album, Stereo EMI — 8X‑BLN 5001 / 1E 346 ◦ 93596 — UK, 1972 International Variants (Selective) In the US and Canada, the album released by Reprise Records featured a gatefold sleeve, with the red lyric insert from the UK release used as the two interior spreads. In Japan, the album was also released in a gatefold sleeve, initial pressings came with an obi, a large folded black-and-white live poster, an insert with color drawings, and a 12-page color booklet, with printed signatures and lyrics, liner notes, a history of T. Rex, and photos. Albums Chronology Electric Warrior — 1971 The Slider — 1972 Tanx — 1973 Singles Telegram Sam (January 21, 1972) Metal Guru (May 5, 1972) Both singles reached #1 in the UK, forming the commercial spearhead for The Slider and defining the peak of T. Rextasy. SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts and 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 Bravo magazine chart from July 1972 celebrates T. Rex’s Metal Guru reaching number one in the Bravo Musicbox, voted by readers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The page captures the height of Marc Bolan’s glam‑rock dominance, with Metal Guru leading an international mix of pop and rock hits. Publication: Bravo Magazine Date: July 26 1972 Country: Germany THE STORY The Bravo Musicbox lists the top 20 singles chosen by 3,000 readers, with Metal Guru at the top, followed by Christian Anders’ Es fährt ein Zug, Daniel Boone’s Beautiful Sunday, and Don McLean’s American Pie. The chart reflects the diverse musical tastes of early‑1970s Europe, blending British glam, American folk‑rock, and German schlager. Beneath the main rankings, the page includes separate sections for England and America hit parades, plus a list of the week’s most popular LPs — led by T. Rex’s Electric Warrior. The design features artist photos and bold typography under the arching headline “Von Euch Gewählt – Die Bravo Musicbox,” meaning “Chosen by You – The Bravo Musicbox.” CONTEXT AND NOTES By mid‑1972, Metal Guru had become one of T. Rex’s biggest European hits, topping charts across several countries. Bravo’s reader‑voted Musicbox was a key indicator of youth trends, showing Bolan’s immense popularity among German fans. The inclusion of Electric Warrior as the top LP underscores T. Rex’s dual success in singles and albums, cementing their position as glam‑rock icons. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Metal Guru reaches number one in Bravo Musicbox Era: 1972 – Glam Rock Peak / Electric Warrior Era Tone: Celebratory, chart‑focused, and fan‑driven Photography: Black‑and‑white artist portraits of T. Rex, Christian Anders, Daniel Boone, and Don McLean 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 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: Odeon (Toshiba Records) Date: July 20, 1973 Catalogue: EOR-10390 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Japan A-Side: “The Groover” B-Side: “Midnight” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Tony Visconti UK 7" Commercial Single (EOR-10390) 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”. 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.

A second performance of "New York City" by T. Rex was recorded for BBC Top of the Pops on July 16, 1975, and aired the following day. The segment showed Marc Bolan miming to the single-release version, dressed in a white sailor suit, with Eric Hall in costume as the Frog. The performance was part of a lively broadcast hosted by Dave Lee Travis, with choreography by Flick Colby and musical direction from Johnny Pearson. Broadcast: Top of the Pops – BBC TV Date: July 17 1975 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Performance Listing Title: T. Rex – New York City (Second Performance) This performance marked T. Rex’s continued television presence during the mid‑1970s, showcasing Bolan’s playful stage persona and the band’s enduring chart appeal. The sailor‑suit styling and whimsical “Frog” character added theatrical flair, aligning with Bolan’s glam‑era visual storytelling. PERFORMANCES FEATURED Artist Song Type Chart # The Goodies Black Pudding Bertha (The Queen Of Northern Soul) Mimed 19 Tammy Wynette D.I.V.O.R.C.E. Mimed repeat 16 The Sensational Alex Harvey Band Delilah Mimed NEW Adrian Baker Sherry Mimed 47 Sister Sledge Mama Never Told Me Mimed repeat 20 Carl Douglas Love, Peace And Happiness Mimed NEW T. Rex New York City Mimed 30 Susan Cadogan Love Me Baby Mimed 43 David Essex Rolling Stone Mimed repeat 11 Lynsey De Paul Rhythm And Blue Jean Baby Mimed NEW Typically Tropical Barbados Pan’s People Routine 5 Bay City Rollers Give A Little Love Mimed repeat 1 CREDITS Role Contributor Presenter Dave Lee Travis Director Johnny Pearson Producer Stanley Appel Executive Producer Robin Nash Sound Laurie Taylor Choreographer Flick Colby Featuring Top of the Pops Orchestra Source: BBC Top of the Pops Performance Archive, July 17 1975, UTube and 'There Was A Time - Marc Bolan a Chronology' Cliff McLenehan. All broadcast footage, images, and 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 rare and hastily released single by John's Children following the withdrawal of the Marc Bolan-penned “Midsummer Night’s Scene”. “Come And Play With Me In The Garden” / “Sara, Crazy Child” captures the band’s raw mod/psychedelic sound during a turbulent period. Artist: John's Children Label: Track Date: July 14, 1967 Catalogue: 604005 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Come And Play With Me In The Garden” Written by: Ellison, Hewlett B-Side: “Sara, Crazy Child” Written by: Marc Bolan TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (604005) A. Come And Play With Me In The Garden B. Sara, Crazy Child LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Main Commercial – 604005 Rare picture sleeve variants exist Simon Napier-Bell test pressing SNB 001 shown International Issues Germany Come And Play With Me In The Garden — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Polydor — Germany · 1967 Released September 1967 (see separate post) THE STORY Released on July 14, 1967 on Track Records (604005), “Come And Play With Me In The Garden” / “Sara, Crazy Child” was rushed out after the withdrawal of the Bolan-penned “Midsummer Night’s Scene”. The B-side features a Bolan composition. This single is one of the hardest John's Children 45s to find, especially with the rare picture sleeve. SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia and Omegaauctions CONTEXT & NOTES This release reflects the chaotic period after Bolan left the band. The single had poor sales and is now highly collectible. Some copies include a very rare picture sleeve. 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.

Demon Music Group / Edsel Records will release a 2LP vinyl edition of T. Rex 1974-1977 on September 25, 2026, presenting a curated selection of highlights, previously unreleased rehearsal takes, and studio demos from Marc Bolan’s final creative period. Source: Demon Music Group / Edsel Records Date: September 25, 2026 Category: Reissue / Vinyl Release Subject: T. Rex – Later Catalogue (1974–1977) This 2LP black vinyl edition distills the essence of Marc Bolan’s adventurous later years, drawing from the albums Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow, Bolan’s Zip Gun, Futuristic Dragon, and Dandy In The Underworld, while including choice unreleased rehearsal takes and studio demos. Presented in striking packaging with photography by Kevin Cummins, the set offers a focused listening experience of Bolan’s pioneering late-period work. KEY DETAILS 2LP black vinyl edition Curated selection of album highlights + unreleased rehearsal takes and studio demos Packaging features photography by Kevin Cummins Curated by T. Rex expert Martin Barden with mastering by Phil Kinrade at AIR Studios Companion to the 5CD deluxe box set and the larger 1970–1977 8LP box set CONTEXT AND NOTES The 2LP version of the Marc Bolan / T. Rex collection ‘1974-1977’ culls the cream from a plethora of previously unreleased rehearsal takes and studio demos, from arguably the most adventurous and pioneering period of Marc’s career. Lovingly mastered and curated from a stash of Marc’s own tapes unearthed towards the end of 2024, the recordings are a fascinating document of an artist brimming with renewed vim and creativity. They also document how Marc and his super-hot band kept the tapes rolling when recording all over the world, from London to the USA, to Germany and France and back to London. Included of course is I’m Dazed, the “lost” T. Rex single unearthed from those tape boxes in 2024. Remastered and released on cosmic yellow seven-inch on Marc’s birthday in 2025 (with a new take of Billy Super Duper on its B-side), it helped mark the occasion of Marc being awarded an official English Heritage Blue Plaque. The honour made him just one of 5 pop musicians to ever receive the accolade, alongside Freddie Mercury, John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. Two very different takes of I’m Dazed shimmer here: the 2025 single version remixed by Steven Wilson, and another, much slower take, led by languid drums, clavinet and piano. 74-77 comes in 2LP packaging with photography by Kevin Cummins, The set was curated for Demon by “T.Rexpert” Martin Barden and mastering undertaken by AIR Studios’ Phil Kinrade. Track Listings Disc: 1 1 Bolan's Zip Gun 2 I Really Love You Babe (Take 5) 3 All Alone (Working Version) 4 Calling All Destroyers (Working Version) 5 Savage Beethoven (Take 4) 6 Bust My Balls (Take 6) 7 I'm Dazed (Take 3) 8 Billy Super Duper (Warm Up) 9 Galaxy Wild (Take 2) 10 Damaged Suit (Take 5) 11 I Never Told You (Take 3) 12 Dreamy Lady (T.O.T.P. Take 3) Disc: 2 1 Ain't That a Shame (Take 9) 2 Funky London Childhood (Studio Take) 3 London Boys (Take 2) 4 We Love to Boogie (Take 4) [overdub] 5 I'm a Fool for Your Girl (Take 3) [with Overdubs] 6 20th Century Baby (Studio Take) 7 Hot George (Studio Take) 8 Universe (Take 3 Instrumental) 9 Write Me a Song (Studio Take - Short Edit) 10 Celebrate Summer (Studio Take - Edit 1) 11 Mellow Love (Studio Take - Short Edit) 12 I'm Dazed (Take 2) [Steven Wilson 2025 Mix] Demon Music Group / Edsel Records will release T. Rex 1974-1977, a 5CD deluxe box set on September 25, 2026, compiling Marc Bolan’s later studio albums and singles from this creative final phase of T. Rex’s career. The 5CD deluxe edition gathers the final studio albums — Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow (1974), Bolan’s Zip Gun (1975), Futuristic Dragon (1976), and Dandy In The Underworld (1977) — plus a disc of late-period singles and B-sides. Housed in deluxe 7” packaging with a 24-page booklet, new sleeve notes, photography, and remastered audio, it celebrates Bolan’s evolution in his final years. KEY DETAILS 5CD deluxe box set dedicated to 1974–1977 material Includes four core studio albums + one disc of singles/B-sides Features remastered audio, original artwork reproductions, 24-page booklet, and new liner notes by Jude Rogers Curated by T. Rex expert Martin Barden with mastering by Phil Kinrade at AIR Studios Companion piece to the larger 1970-1977 8CD box set CONTEXT AND NOTES ‘1974-1977’ brings together 5 CDs absolutely bursting with music covering the most overlooked, but arguably most pioneering, period of Marc Bolan’s glittering career. It rounds up the final three T. Rex studio albums – Bolan’s Zip Gun, Futuristic Dragon and Dandy In The Underworld – and a string of 10 peerless late-period singles (and B-sides) that included New York City, Dreamy Lady, The Soul Of My Suit, and of course I Love To Boogie. Throughout the journey Marc’s restless muse and creative spark encompasses soul and R&B (Ride My Wheels, Dreamy Lady), excursions into proto-glam metal (Zip Gun Boogie, The London Boys) and nervy, spiky-sharp tracks (Think Zinc, Celebrate Summer) that nod towards the punk explosion happening in London during the period and upon which Marc had been such a pivotal influence. Excitingly, the set also includes two CDs hosting a plethora of previously unreleased rehearsal takes, lovingly mastered and curated from a stash of Marc’s own tapes unearthed towards the end of 2024. A fascinating record of an artist with renewed vim and creativity, they also document how Marc and his super-hot band kept the tapes rolling when recording all over the world, from London to the USA, to Germany and France and back to Manchester. Also included are the newly discovered complete recordings from 1977’s MARC Granada TV show. While the set of T. Rex classics performed on the show (Ride A White Swan, Hot Love, Jeepster and more) has been available before, they’d been taken from broadcast tapes and as such were of a vastly inferior quality - mono, with early fades and with added audience applause. Presumed lost for almost half a century, the discovery of the original full-length versions as laid down by T. Rex before they were mimed to in the show was a very pleasant shock. There’s also of course I’m Dazed, the “lost” T.Rex single unearthed from those very same tape boxes in 2024. Remastered and released on cosmic yellow seven-inch on Marc’s birthday in 2025 (with a new take of Billy Super Duper on its B-side), it also helped mark the occasion of Marc being awarded an official English Heritage Blue Plaque. The honour made him just one of 5 pop musicians to ever receive the accolade, alongside Freddie Mercury, John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. Two very different takes of I’m Dazed shimmer here: the 2025 single version remixed by Steven Wilson, and another, much slower take, led by languid drums, clavinet and piano. 74-77 comes in 7” Deluxe Packaging with a 24-page book including photography by Kevin Cummins, new sleeve notes by Jude Rogers, sleeve artwork and scans of those glittering studio tapes. The set was curated for Demon by “T.Rexpert” Martin Barden and mastering undertaken by AIR Studios’ Phil Kinrade. Track Listings Disc: 1 1 Light of Love 2 Solid Baby 3 Precious Star 4 Token of My Love 5 Space Boss 6 Think Zinc 7 Till Dawn 8 Girl in the Thunderbolt Suit 9 I Really Love You Babe 10 Golden Belt 11 Zip Gun Boogie Disc: 2 1 Futuristic Dragon (Introduction) 2 Jupiter Liar 3 Chrome Sitar 4 All Alone 5 New York City 6 My Little Baby 7 Calling All Destroyers 8 Theme for a Dragon 9 Sensation Boulevard 10 Ride My Wheels 11 Dreamy Lady 12 Dawn Storm 13 Casual Agent 14 Do You Wanna Dance 15 Dock of the Bay 16 London Boys 17 Laser Love 18 Life's an Elevator Disc: 3 1 Dandy in the Underworld 2 Crimson Moon 3 Universe 4 I'm a Fool for You Girl 5 I Love to Boogie 6 Visions of Domino 7 Jason B. Sad 8 Groove a Little 9 The Soul of My Suit 10 Hang-ups 11 Pain and Love 12 Teen Riot Structure 13 Dandy in the Underworld (Single Version) 14 Tame My Tiger 15 Celebrate Summer Disc: 4 1 Bolan's Zip Gun 2 Bolan's Zip Gun (Take 6) 3 I Really Love You Babe (Take 5) 4 Galaxy Wild (Take 2) 5 All Alone (Working Version) 6 Calling All Destroyers (Working Version) 7 Savage Beethoven (Take 4) 8 Bust My Balls (Take 6) 9 I'm Dazed (Take 3) 10 I'm Dazed (Take 2) [Steven Wilson 2025 Mix] 11 Billy Super Duper (Warm Up) 12 Damaged Suit (Take 3) 13 Damaged Suit (Take 5) 14 I Never Told You (Take 3) 15 Dreamy Lady (T.O.T.P. Take 2) [instrumental] 16 Dreamy Lady (T.O.T.P. Take 3) 17 Ain't That a Shame (Take 9) 18 Funky London Childhood (Studio Take) Disc: 5 1 London Boys (T.O.T.P. Take 2) 2 Universe (Take 3) [instrumental] 3 Teen Riot Structure (Studio Run Through) 4 We Love to Boogie (Take 1) 5 We Love to Boogie (Take 4) [overdub] 6 I'm a Fool for Your Girl (Take 1) 7 I'm a Fool for Your Girl (Take 3) [with Overdubs] 8 20th Century Baby (Studio Take) 9 Hot George (Studio Take) 10 Write Me a Song (Studio Take - Short Edit) 11 Mellow Love (Studio Take - Short Edit) 12 Celebrate Summer (Studio Take - Edit 1) 13 Write Me a Song (Studio Take) 14 Celebrate Summer (Studio Take With Overdubs Edit 2) 15 Mellow Love (Studio Take With Overdubs) 16 Jeepster 17 I Love to Boogie 18 Endless Sleep 19 Celebrate Summer 20 Ride a White Swan 21 Hot Love 22 New York City 23 Let's Dance 24 Groove a Little 25 Dandy in the Underworld (Instrumental)

The definitive and most detailed chronicle of Marc Bolan’s life and career is back in stock and available to order. There Was A Time – Marc Bolan: A Chronology by Cliff McLenehan is widely regarded as the essential “go-to” reference book on Bolan and T. Rex. Book Details Format: Beautiful 280mm x 235mm perfect paperback (304 pages) Features: Full-colour throughout with fold-out front and back covers Illustrations: More than 100 rare concert ads, posters, flyers, and images This updated and expanded edition has been completely redesigned and is now the most comprehensive Bolan chronology available. It has received excellent praise from fans and critics alike for its depth and presentation. Perfect for: Longtime T. Rex and Marc Bolan fans Music historians and collectors Anyone wanting the most detailed day-by-day account of Bolan’s journey If you’re a Marc Bolan enthusiast, this is an essential addition to your collection. order here Marc Bolan 'There Was A Time' - Easy Action

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The October 23, 1965 edition of the Evening Standard features a profile by Maureen Cleave on the young Marc Bolan, playfully titled “Knit yourself a pop singer,” with additional comments from Mike (likely Mike Pruslin) on how to create a pop star image. Publication: Evening Standard Date: October 23, 1965 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Pop Music Feature THE STORY The article presents a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek guide to making a pop singer, using Marc Bolan as the prime example. It includes quotes and insights into Bolan’s early image, ambitions, and the music industry’s approach to creating stars in the mid-1960s. CONTEXT AND NOTES This is one of the very earliest significant press profiles of Marc Bolan, appearing just before his first single releases. It captures him at the beginning of his career, still developing the distinctive persona that would later explode as T. Rex. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Early career profile / Image feature Era: 1965 (Pre-Tyrannosaurus Rex / Early Solo) Tone: Witty, playful, observational Photography: Portrait of Marc Bolan with Mike (likely Pruslin) WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Bold headline “Knit yourself a pop singer” Detailed text by Maureen Cleave on Marc Bolan RELATED MATERIAL This October 23, 1965 Evening Standard feature is one of the earliest major profiles of Marc Bolan and pairs closely with the October 30, 1965 London Life piece on the origin of his stage name (the “misprint”). For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Evening Standard, October 23, 1965, by Maureen Cleave 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.

THE RELEASE Label: T. Rex Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: MARC 8 Release Date: July 5, 1974 TRACK LIST A-Side Light Of Love (Marc Bolan) B-Side Explosive Mouth (Marc Bolan) Produced by: Marc Bolan Taken from the album Bolan's Zip Gun with the B-side “Explosive Mouth” from Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow. This was the first T. Rex single produced solely by Marc Bolan without Tony Visconti and marked the beginning of a commercial decline as it became the first single to miss the UK Top 20. WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Navy Red T. Rex on EMI labels feature full credits. Test pressings come as white labels, while promo copies are four-prong with demonstration markings. Commercial releases include both four-prong and solid centre variants, housed in a Wax Co. company red and cream sleeve. VARIANTS & PACKAGING • Test Pressing – White Label • Promo – Four Prong, Demonstration stamped • Commercial 1 – Four Prong Centre • Commercial 2 – Solid Centre • Sleeve: Printed T.REX Wax Co. Company bag (as shown above) CHART DATA UK Singles Chart: Peak #22 First Chart Date: 13/07/1974 Weeks on Chart: 5 Chart Run: 34 → 22 → 23 → 24 → 47 CONTEXT AND NOTES “Light of Love” is a 1974 single by T. Rex. The track is taken from the album Bolan's Zip Gun whilst its B-side, “Explosive Mouth”, features on the 1974 album Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow. In the US, both songs appeared on the US-only compilation album Light of Love. Rolling Stone magazine's Ken Barnes praised the single's "upbeat" and "economical" sound in a 1974 review, claiming Bolan's new output to be "fresh and attractive". It appeared as the closing track on the end credits for the Vince Vaughn film Delivery Man (2013). INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Australia – T. REX – T.REX-10563 (1974) Belgium – EMI – 4C006-95719 (1974) France – CBS – REX 2608 (1974) Germany – Ariola – 13 565 AT (1974) Ireland – T. Rex – MARC 8 (1974) Italy – T. REX – 3C 006-95719 (1974) Japan – EMI – EMR-10610 (1974) Promo – EMI – EMR-10610 (1974) New Zealand – T. Rex – MARC 8 (1974) South Africa – T. Rex – MARCJ 8 (1974) PERSONNEL Personnel (Bolan's Zip Gun) Marc Bolan – vocals, guitar, DMS (Dartmouth Music Synthesizer) and Moog Mickey Finn – hand percussion Dino Dines – keyboards Gloria Jones – backing vocals, clavinet Steve Currie – bass guitar Harry Nilsson – backing vocals Davy Lutton – drums Paul Fenton – additional drums on "Solid Baby" Bill Legend – drums on "Till Dawn" SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts. RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. All images and original artwork 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.

ELECTRIC WARRIOR (RHINO HIGH FIDELITY R2R) Limited To 500, Exclusive To Rhino.com Widely considered Marc Bolan’s defining work, ELECTRIC WARRIOR introduced T. Rex’s glam-rock swagger to the world with hits like “Get It On” and “Jeepster.” The album topped the U.K. charts, became a touchstone of the glam era, and remains a high point of Bolan’s legacy. We selected this record for its dynamic and progressive sound, as well as its innovative use of pioneering methods by producer Tony Visconti. Visconti employed various sonic techniques, such as flanging and backwards guitars, to create a unique sound, enhanced by contributions from notable session musicians. ABOUT REEL-TO-REEL Once the gold standard for serious listeners, reel-to-reel delivers studio-quality sound — bringing the master tape experience into your home. Each Reel-to-Reel title is duplicated in real time from a 1:1 copy of the original flat analog master tape, faithfully reflecting the source. The result is a master-quality listening experience that captures the full dynamics of the recording without the surface noise or groove wear of vinyl. Produced to the IEC standard on premium RTM LPR90 tape stock and housed on 10.5-inch metal reels, these releases are designed for exceptional longevity when stored in a cool, clean place away from magnetic fields. These 15 i.p.s. half-track 1/4" reel-to-reel tapes are produced to the IEC equalization standard on premium RTM LPR90 tape stock and housed on 10.5" metal reels. These releases are designed for exceptional longevity when stored in a cool, clean place away from magnetic fields. Originating in Germany in 1928, the reel-to-reel recording process produces pristine sound. It has been favored by audiophiles and musicians since its commercial debut in the late 1940s, with pioneers like Jack Mullin and Ampex introducing this format to singer Bing Crosby. The magnetic tape format gave musicians the ability to re-record, erase, and edit their recordings—features that had not been available before. Reel-to-Reel builds on Rhino High Fidelity’s dedication to premium sound, pairing essential albums with the unrivaled warmth of reel-to-reel. Celebrating the enduring appeal of analog sound, the series offers collectors a format that preserves music exactly as it was meant to be heard.

Publication: Melody Maker Date: Saturday, July 3, 1971 STARLIGHT ROOMS, BOSTON Tel. (0205) 3579 Saturday, July 3rd T. REX Special guests: SUPERTRAMP D.J. Ricky Tee Doors: 7 to 12 Price: 50p Bars, etc. This advert appeared in Melody Maker on the exact day of the show. It captures T.Rex in the crucial summer of 1971, right as “Get It On” was released (July 2) and beginning its ascent to Number One. The band was transitioning from underground favourites to mainstream glam rock superstars. Supporting act Supertramp (then in their early progressive rock phase) adds extra historical interest to this early UK provincial gig. 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 July 1972 edition of POP Magazine features Marc Bolan on the cover with the headline “LIVE POSTER PINK FLOYD” and prominent coverage of T. Rex. Publication: POP Magazine Date: July 1972 Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Front Cover THE STORY The cover highlights T. Rex live coverage alongside Pink Floyd, with additional features on Marc Bolan, Leonard Cohen, and other topics. CONTEXT AND NOTES This German teen magazine cover reflects T. Rex’s massive popularity across Europe in 1972 during the height of T. Rextasy. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Magazine cover feature Era: 1972 (T. Rextasy peak) Tone: Colourful, teen-oriented Photography: Striking colour photo of Marc Bolan performing WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Bold orange “POP” masthead Large colour photo of Marc Bolan singing and playing guitar Teasers for T. Rex live, Pink Floyd poster, and Leonard Cohen interview Classic early-1970s European teen magazine cover design RELATED MATERIAL T. Rex (July 1, 1972) NME News Page Feature – New Musical Express Marc Bolan (July 29, 1972) Psychedelic Illustration – Romeo Magazine T. Rex (July 1972) “Live at Wembley” Concert Feature – POP Magazine For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES POP Magazine, July 1972 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.

A swaggering, riff-driven glam-rock stomper, “Truck On (Tyke)” captures Marc Bolan in full late-’73 mode — funky, loose, and leaning into the heavier, groove-based direction that defined T. Rex’s post-peak evolution. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T. Rex Label: T. Rex (distributed by EMI) Date: November 16, 1973 Catalogue: MARC 6 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Genre: Glam Rock Style: Glam, Funk Rock A-Side: “Truck On (Tyke)” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan B-Side: “Sitting Here” Written by: Marc Bolan Produced by: Marc Bolan TRACK LIST UK 7" Commercial Single (MARC 6) A. Truck On (Tyke) B. Sitting Here LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Main Commercial – MARC 6 (Stereo) Promo copies exist PERSONNEL Marc Bolan — vocals, guitar Mickey Finn — percussion, vocals Steve Currie — bass Bill Legend — drums THE STORY Released on November 16, 1973 as a standalone single following “The Groover,” “Truck On (Tyke)” / “Sitting Here” marked another step in Marc Bolan’s shift toward a funkier, groove-oriented sound. The A-side delivers a gritty, swaggering glam-funk rocker with a muscular riff, while the B-side offers a more reflective contrast. The single entered the UK chart in late November, peaking at No.13 and spending 7 weeks on the chart. CONTEXT & NOTES This transitional single bridged the high-glam era with the denser, funk-leaning textures of the Tanx / Zinc Alloy period. UK variants include both push-out centre and solid centre pressings, usually housed in a standard T. Rex company sleeve. It remains a strong fan favourite from Bolan’s mid-1970s output. International Issues Limited international details available beyond strong European distribution typical of the era. RELATED MATERIAL T. Rex (1973) The Groover (Single) T. Rex (1973) Tanx (Album) T. Rex (1974) Teenage Dream (Single) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Discogs, 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 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.