A Bolan & Finn Folk-Psych Transition Released as a vinyl album and cassette in the UK, on Regal Zonophone (catalogue: SLRZ 1013 / 1E 062 ○ 91091), on March 13, 1970 Tyrannosaurus Rex’s A Beard Of Stars — their fourth studio album — was the first as a duo (Bolan & Mickey Finn) after Steve Took’s departure. Produced by Tony Visconti, this 14-track folk-psych gem featured “Elemental Child,” “Pavilions Of Sun,” and “A Beard Of Stars.” Issued in fully laminated sleeve with lyric i

A Tyrannosaurus Rex Vault Symphony Released as a double vinyl LP in the UK on December 3, 2021, on Easy Action Records (catalogue: EARS168LP), Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Strange Orchestra was a sprawling 29-track collection of unreleased 1967–1968 demos, outtakes, and alternate takes from Marc Bolan’s pre- Unicorn era. Project coordinated by Andrew James Gardner & Carlton P. Sandercock, remastered by Anders Peterson at Ghost Sound Mastering & Post. All royalties to the Light of Lov

A Tyrannosaurus Rex Deluxe Double Vinyl Released as a limited deluxe double vinyl LP in the UK & Europe on February 9, 2015, on A&M Records/Universal Music (catalogue: 535 392-6), Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Unicorn — their third studio album (1969) — was reissued on 180g vinyl with mono remaster plus 15 bonus tracks (alternate takes, Top Gear sessions, live). Gatefold sleeve. The final Bolan/Took duo masterpiece. Album Overview Release Details Label: A&M Records / Universal Music.

A Tyrannosaurus Rex Deluxe Double Vinyl Released as a limited deluxe double vinyl LP in the UK & Europe on January 26, 2015, on A&M Records/Universal Music (catalogue: 535389-6 / 0600753538968), Tyrannosaurus Rex’s My People Were Fair And Had Sky In Their Hair... But Now They're Content To Wear Stars On Their Brows — their 1968 debut album — was reissued on 180g vinyl with mono remaster by Tony Visconti & Sean Magee plus 14 bonus tracks (demos, Joe Boyd session, Top Gear). Ga

The 3 x CD, Compilation T. Rex, Tyrannosaurus Rex – Bolan At The Beeb was released October 15, 2007 (Polydor – 5302923). TRACKLIST: 1-1 Highways 1-2 Scenescof 1-3 Child Star 1-4 Dwarfish Trumpet Blues 1-5 Pictures Of Purple People 1-6 Hot Rod Mama 1-1 to 1-6 for John Peel's " Top Gear " - October 30, 1967 1-7 Juniper Suction (Poem) 1-8 Juniper Suction (Song) 1-7 & 1-8 for " Voice Of Pop " - September 21, 1968 1-9 The Friends 1-10 Conesuela 1-11 The Seal Of Seasons

The ultra-rare 1968 radio promos finally escape the vault – only 2000 copies for the faithful! Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Sleepy Maurice b/w 1968 Radio Promos, released as a 7-inch vinyl single by The Tyrannosaurus Rex Appreciation Society on November 19, 1991 – limited edition of 2000 copies.

Bolan doubles the magic – two classics for the price of one! half-page advert for the double album reissue of A Beard of Stars / Unicorn (TOOFA 9/30, Cube Records, recommended retail price £2-40), released Friday 17th November, in Melody Maker, November 18, 1972. Tyrannosaurus Rex A Beard of Stars/Unicorn TOOFA 9 30 TRACKS including Pavilions of Sun; Wind Cheetah; Great Horse & Chariots of Silk.

A Doubleback Psychedelic Dream Tyrannosaurus Rex’s A Beard Of Stars / Unicorn double LP, was released in the UK on November 10, 1972, on Cube Records (catalogue: TOOFA 9) as part of the Doubleback Series. This reissue paired the 1970 A Beard Of Stars (with Mickey Finn) and 1969 Unicorn (with Steve Peregrin Took), both produced by Tony Visconti at Trident Studios. Featuring Marc Bolan’s whimsical lyrics, acoustic guitars, and ethereal vocals—plus John Peel’s narration on The M

On Sunday October 25, 1970, Tyrannosaurus Rex performed on the final day of the 3rd International Essen Pop & Blues Festival (also known as the Essener Songtage or Essen Blues & Pop Festival) at the Grugahalle in Essen, Germany. The Festival Context The International Essen Pop & Blues Festival was a pioneering event in European rock history, running annually from 1967 to 1974 in Essen, West Germany (now Germany). Organized by promoter Konrad Olbrich, it was one of the contine

Photographer Pete Sanders held a photo session with Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn at Holland Park and Blenheim Crescent on January 29, 1970....

The Last Tyrannosaurus Rex 45 Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on Regal Zonophone (catalogue: RZ 3025) in 1970, Tyrannosaurus Rex’s “By The Light Of A Magical Moon” — backed with “Find A Little Wood” — was the final releases under the full Tyrannosaurus Rex name before the shift to T. Rex. Written by Marc Bolan, produced by Tony Visconti, this dreamy folk-psych track closed the acoustic duo era. Track Listing A: By The Light Of A Magical Moon B: Find A Little Wood

On January 1, 1970, Marc Bolan, along with new partner Mickey Finn, performed a live show in the studio for the BBC. The concert was actually recorded for the first installment of John Peel's "Sunday Show," a forerunner to the "Live in Concert" series. Broadcast three days later, this 30-minute gig showcases Bolan's acoustic guitar work and delicate vocals (as in the love song "Dove") and Finn's flair with the bongos ("The Wizard"). A large part of the show covers A Beard of

A Bolan & Took Folk-Psych Swan Song Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on Regal Zonophone (catalogue: LRZ 1007 mono / SLRZ 1007 stereo), Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Unicorn was released May 16, 1969 — their third studio album — was the final Bolan/Took duo studio album. Produced by Tony Visconti at Trident Studios, this 16-track folk-psych gem featured John Peel reading a children’s story on “Romany Soup.” Issued in gatefold sleeve with mono blue labels (LRZ 1007) and stereo red labels

Seven Performances Conclude in NYC (Aug 21, 1969) The performance from the first night was included in the 2006 box set, Tyrannosaurus...

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s "The Sound Ground!" , a one-page advert, August 8, 1969.

Tyrannosaurus Rex’s "King of the Rumbling Spires" was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by Regal Zonophone (catalog number RZ 3022) Produced by Tony Visconti, who also played bass and electric organ, the track featured Bolan on multiple electric guitars (Fender Stratocaster) and Took on a toy drum kit. The single, backed with "Do You Remember," was a minor hit, charting for one week at 44 in the UK. Reviews at the time, such as in Melody Maker, called it Bolan’s mos

Released on Regal Zonophone (RZ 3016) in the UK on January 17, 1969, Tyrannosaurus Rex’s “Pewter Suitor,” a non-album track backed with “Warlord Of The Royal Crocodiles” from Unicorn, was their third single. Written by Marc Bolan and produced by Tony Visconti, it did not chart in the UK. Contemporary Reviews (1970) Tony Hatch (Melody Maker) admired Bolan’s courage and described it as a fantastic rhythm with the potential to sound amazing in a stoned state at a party. Chris We

Tyrannosaurus Rex performed at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London on the January 13, 1969 They were supported by John Peel and Vytas Serelis. The programme contains 12 inside pages with song lyrics, images and various advertisements for EMI, NEMS and Apple. The programme measures 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10 inches x 8 inches) Two shows were performed on this evening, the first at 6.15 p.m. and the second at 9.00 p.m. Setlist: 'Conesuala', 'The Seal of Seasons', 'One Inch Rock', 'East

Bolan’s acoustic elves weave pure folk magic for the Beeb – the underground at its dreamiest! Tyrannosaurus Rex’s The Travelling Tradition was recorded at BBC Studio 1, 201 Piccadilly, London, on Monday, October 14, 1968. First aired on Top Gear on Sunday, December 22, 1968. More pre-glam Bolan whispers added weekly.

Bolan’s acoustic elves share the bill with psychedelic heavies – pure late-60s underground magic! Tyrannosaurus Rex played the Highbury Technical College Dance, London, England on December 18, 1968, accompanied by Elmer Gantry’s Velvet Opera, Heaven, and Coconut Mushroom.