Name: The Electric Boogie 1971
Brand: T Rex

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Bonus disc: No

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ears014

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2015-02-05

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Signed copies: No

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823566427124

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5 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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T Rex

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Classic

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Easy Action

A British record label, Easy Action, is known for releasing archival recordings and new music from emerging artists. With a focus on preserving musical history while supporting fresh talent, the label offers a diverse range of releases to music enthusiasts.

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Initially a British folk-rock combo called Tyrannosaurus Rex, fronted by guitarist/vocalist Marc Bolan. They became glam rock pioneers and shortened their name to T. Rex in 1970. They had a series of top ten hits in the UK, including four number one singles. In America, the group only had one major hit - "Bang a Gong (Get It On)". They retained a following until Marc Bolan's death in 1977.
T Rex was an influential artist who started as a folk-rock band known as Tyrannosaurus Rex before transitioning into glam rock under the shortened name T. Rex. Led by the talented guitarist and vocalist Marc Bolan, they achieved great success with numerous top ten hits in the UK, including four number one singles. Although their popularity was limited in America, they did have one major hit with "Bang a Gong (Get It On)". Despite Marc Bolan's untimely death in 1977, T Rex continued to maintain a dedicated fan base.
If you enjoy artists like David Bowie or Queen, you'll definitely appreciate T Rex's unique blend of folk-rock and glam rock that made them true pioneers of their time.

Meticulously curated box sets featuring exceptional audio quality, stunning visuals, and exclusive bonus content. Explore genres, eras, and artists to find the perfect addition to your collection.

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When Marc Bolan delivered the seminal album 'Electric Warrior' to his record company he knew he was now free to set up his own Record label and run things his way. Over the next six months free of contracts Marc recorded the basis of what would become his next (and biggest selling) album 'The Slider' for his own label 'The T.Rex Hot Wax Co.' Alongside these tracks this box set features tracks that never ever made it onto record and have been included here for the very first time. This material has been gathered together over many years from collectors, fans and auction rooms and is controlled by the family and produced in association with The Official Marc Bolan Merch.Co. 6 Disc set containing totally unheard material from Marc's home recorded tapes including huge hits like 'Jeepster', 'Telegram Sam' and 'Get it' on being worked on from the bare bones. Newly found live tapes from the summer tour of 1971 - DVD contains unseen footage  - Full Colour booklet with in depth notes and unpublished photographs from this explosive period in Bolan's career.

The Electric Boogie 1971

Music GB