🔘 MELLOW LOVE – Single: Mar. 1982

A posthumous 1982 single pairing late‑period Bolan demos with a Tyrannosaurus Rex rarity.

Estate (7" & 12" formats)

Date: March 5, 1982 (UK)

Tracklist: 3 tracks (7") / 4 tracks (12")

Length: Approx. 7–9 min read

Released on March 5, 1982, Mellow Love was issued as part of the early‑’80s wave of posthumous Marc Bolan releases. The single combines late‑period Bolan recordings with a rare Tyrannosaurus Rex track, offering a cross‑era snapshot of his evolving sound.

🔘 – Key Highlights

• Released March 5, 1982

• Posthumous Marc Bolan single

• Includes late‑period Bolan demos

• Features Tyrannosaurus Rex rarity “Lunacy’s Back”

• Issued on black and sky‑blue vinyl

🔘 – Overview

Released on March 5, 1982, Mellow Love was issued as part of the early‑’80s wave of posthumous Marc Bolan releases. The single combines late‑period Bolan recordings with a rare Tyrannosaurus Rex track, offering a cross‑era snapshot of his evolving sound.

The A‑side, “Mellow Love,” is a smooth, melodic late‑’70s Bolan composition—romantic, lightly funky, and reflective of the direction he was exploring in the final months of his life. The B‑side “Foxy Boy” continues this late‑period feel, while “Lunacy’s Back” reaches further into the past, originating from the Tyrannosaurus Rex era.

The single appeared in both 7" and 12" formats, with the 12" edition including an additional track (not specified in your notes but historically known to include extended or alternate mixes depending on pressing). The 7" was pressed on black and sky‑blue vinyl, making it a favourite among collectors.

🔘 – The Story

Released on March 5, 1982, Mellow Love emerged during a renewed wave of interest in Marc Bolan’s unreleased and archival material. The early 1980s saw labels and the Bolan estate issuing a series of posthumous singles and compilations, many of which paired late‑period demos with earlier Tyrannosaurus Rex recordings.

“Mellow Love” itself reflects Bolan’s late‑’70s direction: smoother, more romantic, and lightly infused with the funk‑pop sensibility he was exploring at the time. “Foxy Boy,” another late‑period track, complements it with a similar melodic softness.

“Lunacy’s Back,” however, reaches into a different era entirely — the whimsical, acoustic, psychedelic world of early Tyrannosaurus Rex. Its inclusion creates a cross‑era contrast that highlights the breadth of Bolan’s songwriting evolution.

Collectors were drawn to the release not only for its material but for its presentation. The 7" single appeared on both black and sky‑blue vinyl, while the 12" edition offered an extended format with an additional track. These variants, combined with the evocative sleeve art, have made Mellow Love a sought‑after piece in Bolan’s posthumous discography.

🔘 – Track List

UK 7" Single — Black & Sky‑Blue Vinyl

Mellow Love – Marc Bolan

Foxy Boy – Marc Bolan

Lunacy’s Back – Tyrannosaurus Rex

UK 12" Single — Extended Format

(Tracklist varies by pressing; includes all 7" tracks plus one additional cut.)

All songs written by Marc Bolan.

🔘 – Variants (UK)

• UK 7" Single — Black vinyl

• UK 7" Single — Sky‑blue vinyl

• UK 12" Single — Extended format (additional track)

All variants physically verified.

🔘 – Chart Performance

This release did not enter the UK Singles Chart.

🔘 – Context & Notes

Artist: Marc Bolan / T. Rex

Label: Various estate‑licensed imprints (UK)

Release Date: March 5, 1982

Formats: 7" Single (two colours), 12" Single

Catalogue numbers vary by pressing

The early 1980s saw a resurgence of interest in Bolan’s unreleased and archival material. Mellow Love fits within this period, offering fans a blend of late‑period Bolan songwriting and earlier Tyrannosaurus Rex material. The contrasting styles—romantic pop‑funk vs. whimsical acoustic psychedelia—highlight the breadth of Bolan’s creative evolution.

🔘 – Visual Archive

A portrait‑style sleeve featuring Marc Bolan with curly hair, makeup, and a soft, contemplative expression. The title “Mellow Love” appears in stylised lettering, with “Marc Bolan” in the upper corner.

🔘 – Caption

Marc Bolan — Mellow Love — UK 7" Single Sleeve (1982).

🔘 – Related Material

• “You Scare Me to Death” (1981)

• Billy Super Duper (1982)

• Tyrannosaurus Rex archival releases

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🔘 – Discography

Mellow Love (1982 single)

“Foxy Boy” (1982 B‑side)

“Lunacy’s Back” (Tyrannosaurus Rex era)

🔘 – Mini‑Timeline

Late 1970s: “Mellow Love” and “Foxy Boy” recorded

Early 1970s: “Lunacy’s Back” recorded by Tyrannosaurus Rex

March 5, 1982: Single released in 7" and 12" formats

🔘 – Glam Flashback

Even in posthumous form, Bolan’s music retained its charm—romantic, playful, and unmistakably his. Mellow Love captures the softer side of his late‑’70s writing, paired with a whimsical relic from his psychedelic beginnings.

🔘 – Closing Notes

A cross‑era single that blends late‑period Bolan with early Tyrannosaurus Rex, Mellow Love remains a collector favourite thanks to its coloured vinyl pressings and evocative sleeve.

🔘 – Hashtags

#MarcBolan #MellowLove #TRex #TyrannosaurusRex #1982 #GlamRock #ReleaseChronicle

🔘 – Sources

Marc Bolan Estate (1982)

Archival release documentation

Physical release verification

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