⭐ Glitter In The Sky - Steve Currie
- T.Rex
- May 19, 1947
- 2 min read
🕊️ Remembering Steve Currie
T. Rex Bassist • 20 May 1947 – 28 April 1981
Today marks the anniversary of the passing of Steve Currie, the talented bassist whose groovy, melodic lines helped power T. Rex through their glorious glam rock peak.
🎸 A Key Part of the T. Rex Sound
Steve Currie joined Marc Bolan’s band in November 1970 (just as Tyrannosaurus Rex became T. Rex) and remained until late 1976. He played on every major hit from “Hot Love” through to “Laser Love,” and featured on the classic albums Electric Warrior (1971) right through to Dandy in the Underworld (1977).
His stylish, sophisticated bass playing — tight, swinging, and perfectly in the pocket — was a huge part of T. Rex’s irresistible groove. You can see and hear him at his best in the Ringo Starr-directed film Born to Boogie.
⭐ Early Life
Born on 20 May 1947 in Slough, Berkshire, Steve played in local bands (including The Rumble Band in Grimsby) before fate brought him into the T. Rex story.
⭐ T. Rex Glory Years
Currie’s rock-solid yet melodic basslines anchored timeless hits such as:
“Get It On” (Bang a Gong)
“Telegram Sam”
“Metal Guru”
“Children of the Revolution”
He was there for the height of T. Rextasy — the screaming fans, the Top of the Pops appearances, and the pure magic of the early 70s glam explosion.
🎤 Later Years
After leaving T. Rex in 1976, Steve moved into session work, most notably with Chris Spedding and Wreckless Eric. Tragically, he was killed in a car accident in Portugal on 28 April 1981, aged just 33.
🕊️ Legacy
Steve Currie may not have been the most famous member of T. Rex, but his musical contribution was massive. His tasteful, swinging bass lines helped give Bolan’s songs that irresistible swing and depth that still sounds fresh today.
He is remembered fondly by glam rock fans worldwide as an essential part of one of the greatest British bands of the 1970s.
Never forgotten.
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