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The Full Glitter Galaxy (2200 posts)
This is your map to the entire glam universe on glamslamescape.com – every tag, every legend, every post count. From the first cosmic curl to the last feather boa drop, dive into the decade that turned rock into theatre, grey Britain into day-glo, and ordinary kids into peacocks. Whether you're chasing one artist or lost in the whole glittering madness, click and let the revolution begin.


Futuristic Dragon Album Clear Vinyl: 2020
Futuristic Dragon is the 1976 album by T. Rex. The album features both 'dreamy Lady' And 'new York City' Which became Bolan's biggest latter-day hit. Bolan continued to experiment sonically on this album along with incorporating more an American soul influence into the T. Rex sound. This new edition was pressed on 180g clear vinyl. (although images when released looked more white than clear) Release Date: February 7, 2020 Track Listings 1 Futuristic Dragon (Introduction) 2 Ju

T.Rex
Feb 7, 20201 min read


Dandy In The Underworld Album Clear Vinyl: 2020
This, the final official Marc Bolan and T. Rex album, was conceived during a turbulent time in rock history. Issued on 11 March 1977, Dandy in the underworld arrived in the wake of the damned's 'new Rose' And the sex Pistols' 'Anarchy in the UK', singles that had given the emerging punk rock a National platform. To promote the album, Bolan undertook a tour of the UK and Europe, with support from the Damned, who acknowledged T. Rex as a big influence. With a new T. Rex line-up

T.Rex
Feb 2, 20201 min read


Jeepster Alternative Version Single: 2019
A T. Rex 50th Anniversary Glam Vault Gem Released as a limited edition 7-inch picture disc in the UK on December 13, 2019, on Easy Action Records (catalogue: EA45044P), T. Rex’s “Jeepster (Alternative Version)” b/w “The Motivator (Alternative Version)” — both written by Marc Bolan — celebrated the 50th anniversary of Electric Warrior. A charity release with royalties to the Light of Love Foundation for the Marc Bolan School of Music & Film. A dazzling glam vault discovery. Si

T.Rex
Dec 13, 20191 min read


Pictures Of Purple People Album: 2019
A 1965–1967 Vault Treasure Trove Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on December 3, 2019, on Easy Action Records (catalogue: EARS166LP), Marc Bolan’s Pictures Of Purple People was a limited-edition collection of rare 1965–1967 solo recordings — pre-Tyrannosaurus Rex demos, acetates, and early takes. Remastered by Anders Peterson at GS Mastering & Post, with all royalties to the Light of Love Foundation for the Marc Bolan School of Music & Film. A stunning window into Bolan’s fol

T.Rex
Dec 3, 20192 min read


20th Century Boy (Live Broadcast Version) Single: 2019
T. Rex's Midnight Alternate Gem Released as a limited edition 7-inch single in the UK on November 28, 2019 (blue vinyl) and October 4, 2019 (picture disc), on Easy Action Records (catalogue: EA45008 / EA45008P), T. Rex’s “20th Century Boy (Live Broadcast Version)” b/w “Midnight (Alternate Version)” was a charity release with all royalties to the Light of Love Foundation for the Marc Bolan School of Music & Film. Limited to 500 copies each format. Remastered by Anders Peterso

T.Rex
Nov 28, 20192 min read


Sparks: Let’s Go Surfing Single (2019)
Let's Go Surfing a Purple Wave Sparks’s “Let’s Go Surfing” was released as a 7-inch vinyl single, special edition purple vinyl, and white label test pressing in the UK on November 15, 2019, on BMG (catalogue: BMGCAT423SV). Backed with the previously unreleased demo “She’s Beautiful (So What),” this surf-rock gem and quirky demo (both written/produced by Ron Mael, Russell Mael), co-produced by Linus Burdick & Mark Stagg (A), were issued as an exclusive collector’s edition via

Sparks
Nov 15, 20193 min read


Jeepster Single: 2019
Bolan's Raw Glam Rarities T. Rex’s “Jeepster (Alternative Version)” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 11, 2019, on Easy Action (catalogue: EA45044). Backed with “The Motivator (Alternative Version),” this limited-edition pressing featured rare alternate takes from Marc Bolan’s 1971 sessions, celebrating T. Rex’s glam rock zenith. Recorded in New York and Los Angeles, the A-side’s raw energy and the B-side’s funky groove offered fans a glimpse into Bolan’s

T.Rex
Oct 10, 20192 min read


Queen: Jazz Album (2019)
Queen's Funky Jazz Redux Queen’s Jazz Special Edition LP, was released in the UK on October 10, 2019, on Virgin EMI Records (catalogue: 00602577943775, barcode: 602577943775). This 13-track special pink vinyl reissue of their 1978 album Jazz, showcased Queen’s eclectic blend of glam rock, funk, and theatrical pop. Issued in a gatefold sleeve with remastered audio and original artwork, it’s a collector’s delight for Queen fans. Overview Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Editi

Queen
Oct 9, 20192 min read


Dandy In The Underworld + Celebrate Summer: 2019
Dandy In The Underworld + Celebrate Summer (2 x Red & Blue Coloured 10″ Vinyl) Dandy In The Underworld [original 7” version] Groove A Little [rough mix] Tame My Tiger [2006 mix] Dandy In The Underworld [2006 mix] Release Date: October 4, 2019 Demon Records presented the final two T. Rex singles (released in Marc Bolan’s lifetime), “Dandy In The Underworld” and “Celebrate Summer”, on two 10” singles in a gatefold sleeve. We have replaced the original B-sides of “Dandy In The

T.Rex
Oct 3, 20191 min read


Alice Cooper: The Breadcrumbs E.P. (2019)
Alice Cooper’s The Breadcrumbs EP, released through earMUSIC on September 13, 2019 (catalog number 0214262EMU), marked a limited edition,...

Alice Cooper(solo)
Sep 12, 20191 min read


Get It On (Alternative Version) Single: 2019
T.Rex’s "Get It On (Alternative Version)" backed with "Rip Off (Alternative Version)" , was released as a 7-inch red vinyl single in the UK by Easy Action Records (catalog number EA45043) on September 6, 2019, limited to 500 copies.

T.Rex
Sep 5, 20191 min read


Bump 'N' Grind Album: 2019
A Bolan Vault Blue Vinyl RSD Treasure Released as a limited edition blue vinyl LP in Europe on April 13, 2019, on Demon Records (catalogue: DEMREC415), Marc Bolan & T. Rex’s Bump 'n' Grind was a Record Store Day exclusive collection of rare alternate versions, working mixes, and master takes from 1971–1976 sessions. Artwork by Jools Williamson (2019 sleeve), front cover photo by Masayoshi Sukita. A deep dive into Bolan’s glam vault. Album Overview Release Details Label: Demo

T.Rex
Sep 5, 20192 min read


Feel the Noize
comprising 10 x 7-inch vinyl singles with replica artwork from the European country of each original release, Slade’s "Feel the Noize The Singlez Box", was released in the UK by BMG Records (catalog number BMGCAT356BOX) on September 6, 2019. Background: Slade, formed in Wolverhampton, England, in 1966, is an iconic glam rock band known for their energetic performances, anthemic hits, and distinctive misspelled song titles. Comprising Noddy Holder (vocals), Dave Hill (guitar),

Slade
Sep 5, 20192 min read


Dandy In The Underworld Album: 2018
A Bolan Swan Song White Vinyl Reissue Released as a limited numbered double vinyl LP in Europe on October 12, 2018, on Demon Records (catalogue: DEMRECDLX010), T. Rex’s Dandy In The Underworld — Marc Bolan’s final studio album (1977) — was reissued on 180g white vinyl in gatefold sleeve. Produced by Marc Bolan with engineering by Mike Stavrou, this expanded edition added single versions, demos, and alternates. Limited to 1000 copies. Album Overview Release Details Label: Dem

T.Rex
Oct 11, 20182 min read


Alice Cooper: “Classicks” Album (2018)
Alice Cooper’s Classicks , originally released as a CD compilation in 1995 through Epic Records (catalog number EK 66207), was reissued...

Alice Cooper(solo)
Sep 6, 20181 min read


T. Rex Gold Album: 2018
Released as a compilation double album in the UK by Demon Records (catalog number DEMREC284) on September 7, 2018. This 2LP, 180g heavyweight vinyl set (also available as a 3CD set) brings together 24 of the greatest hits by Marc Bolan and T. Rex, capturing the essence of their glam rock legacy. The release, marketed by Demon Music Group, a division of BBC Studios, features original artwork and includes iconic tracks like “Get It On,” “Metal Guru,” “Hot Love,” “Children of th

T.Rex
Sep 6, 20185 min read


Zeroes Picture Disc Single: 2018
A Never Let Me Down 30th Anniversary Exclusive Released as a limited edition 7-inch picture disc single on Parlophone Records on September 7, 2018, David Bowie’s “Zeroes (2018) (Radio Edit)” backed with “Beat Of Your Drum (2018) (Radio Edit)” was a special release to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Never Let Me Down album (and part of the Loving The Alien (1983–1988) box set campaign). Key Details A-Side: Zeroes (2018 Radio Edit) – Produced by David Bowie, David Richard

David Bowie
Sep 6, 20182 min read


Let's Dance (Full Length Demo) 1 x 12 Single: 2018
A Record Store Day 12" Exclusive Released as a limited edition 12-inch vinyl single in the UK by Parlophone Records (catalog number DBRSD 783) on April 21, 2018, as part of Record Store Day, David Bowie’s “Let's Dance (Full Length Demo)” — backed with “Let's Dance (Live)” — was an RSD exclusive black vinyl 45 RPM release. Key Features A-side: “Let's Dance (Full Length Demo)” – the previously unreleased full-length version (7:34), mixed by Nile Rodgers in December 2017 (origin

David Bowie
Apr 20, 20182 min read


Welcome To The Blackout (Live in London '78) 3-LP: 2018
A Record Store Day Blackout Released as a 3-LP set in the UK on April 21, 2018, as part of Record Store Day by Parlophone Records, David Bowie’s Live in London '78 captured previously unreleased performances from Earls Court, London, on June 30 and July 1, 1978. The recordings were made live by Tony Visconti, mixed by David Bowie and David Richards at Mountain Studios, Montreux, from January 17–22, 1979. The newly designed trifold sleeve featured imagery by photographers Suki

David Bowie
Apr 20, 20182 min read


The Final Cuts Album: 2018
A Bolan Vault Picture Disc RSD Legacy Released as a limited numbered picture disc vinyl LP in Europe on April 21, 2018, on Demon Records (catalogue: DEMREC247), Marc Bolan & T. Rex’s The Final Cuts was a Record Store Day exclusive collection of rare 1976–1977 demos and alternate takes from Bolan’s final sessions. Limited to 2000 copies. A poignant glam swan song. Album Overview Release Details Label: Demon Records. Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Picture

T.Rex
Apr 20, 20181 min read
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