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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Though this is the first T.Rex album for all intents and purposes it was actually the last Tyrannosaurus Rex album. In sound and theme it could be called "T.REX" by Tyrannosaurus Rex and continues in the mood of "A Beard of Stars" and "Unicorn", an inspired mix of electric and acoustic instrumentation thats bops rather than boogies. The packaging and presentation of this whole series of releases is flawless, an immaculate collection that finally does does justice to Marcs early work. Of the tracks on this album "Jewel" is awesome, "Childe" pure magic and "The Wizard" a multi instrumental workout of epic proportions where Marc lets loose his favourite instrument, his voice. The extra tracks include a poem, some studio banter, alternative takes and the last Tyrannosaurus ... well first T.Rex single "Ride a White Swan".
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The album sits, somewhat uncomfortably, between the last Tyrannosaurus Rex album, 'Beard of Stars' and the T.Rex rocker 'Electric Warrior'. As such, it is difficult to describe. Certainly the production is far more polished than 'Beard' but, at the same time, many of the tracks are rather sparse and intimate. However, taken on its own merits, rather than in comparison to, this is a great album. I particularly like the softer songs 'The Visit', 'The Time of Love is Now', 'Root of Star' and 'Suneye'. Bolan's lyrics are much clearer than the earlier stuff. On the downside, I don't like either of the re-worked tracks 'One Inch Rock' or 'The Wizard' (far too long). Also, what has happened to the beginning of 'Childe'? Numerous bonus tracks are included on this re-master - 'Ride a White Swan' plus its b-side, the definitive version of 'Summertime Blues', make it worthwhile. I am however unconvinced that the re-mastered version here sounds that great (it's all a bit hard and congested compared to the old vinyl, especially 'Swan' - although this sounds equally poor on the boxed set). If you're new to Bolan, this probably isn't the best place to start - it's not a 'pop' album. But it is an essential album, its highlights being some of the best songs Bolan ever wrote.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is one of my favorite albums of all time. I am Horrified that a key track on this 2004 remaster, Childe (track 4), has several seconds chopped off the beginning of the track. I have the LP and prior CD issues of this album and this CD is the only one that has the truncated intro. This album deserves better treatment than this. Universal should be ashamed.
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Sheer Nostalgia
This was one of my most favourite vinyl albums, now sadly long gone, and when I saw it was available on CD I was unable to resist and wasn't dissapointed. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mister H
Yet another must have.
Yet another must have is there no end to the talent. The greatness starts with this album just buy it you know you want too. Ok so I'm a die hard fan...after all it is Bolan!!
Published 5 months ago by D.Hendrick
Bolan at his best
Well I know, most of you love WARRIOR and/or SLIDER but for me, Bolan plays on T REX his best music ever. A little bit childhood meets the (later) Glam. Read more
Published 9 months ago by U. Brand
Quality product!
Marc Bolan's fifth, the second with Mickey Finn and the first T. Rex album. I can honestly say that this is a truly inspiring piece of work! Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mellow Guru
T-Rex.
As a T-rex fan of the 70's, it is interesting to hear some of this more obscure stuff. But still some hidden gems.
Published on 12 May 2009 by Mr. G. P. Barnett
dinosaur trips up
Unfortunately the repackaging of T. Rex now includes these seemingly endless 'alternate versions' which add nothing to the quality of the albums and at best have a curiosity value... Read more
Published on 1 Oct 2007 by Jason
Marc in transition
T Rex is actually a transitional album which was released between two of Marc's very best albums 'A Beard Of Stars' and 'Electric Warrior'. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2005 by Jervis
The Genesis of Glam Rock
This magical album for Marc Bolan and his newly christened band T. Rex is a wonderful timepiece from the 1970's. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2004 by James Choma
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