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Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow

T. Rex · 1974

60 min · 19 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of glam rock and experimental soundscapes, showcasing T. Rex's eclectic vision.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • kaleidoscopic sound exploration
  • dynamic journey of sounds
  • playful energy for gatherings
  • short bursts of excitement
  • wave-like pacing with surprises

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek long, contemplative pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow is T. Rex's seventh studio album, released during a period when Marc Bolan was transitioning from mainstream success to exploring more avant-garde sounds. Following the commercial peak of Electric Warrior in 1971, this album reflects Bolan's artistic evolution amidst changing musical landscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Roxy Music· Marc Bolan

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Venus Loon 3:03
  • 2 Sound Pit 2:51
  • 3 Explosive Mouth 2:28
  • 4 Galaxy 1:50
  • 5 Change 2:47
  • 6 Nameless Wildness 3:07
  • 7 Teenage Dream 5:50
  • 8 Liquid Gang 3:18
  • 9 Carsmile Smith and the Old One 3:16
  • 10 You’ve Got to Jive to Stay Alive – Spanish Midnight 2:35
  • 11 Interstellar Soul 3:28
  • 12 Painless Persuasion v. The Meathawk Immaculate 3:29
  • 13 The Avengers (Superbad) 4:32
  • 14 The Leopards Featuring Gardenia and the Mighty Slug 3:43
  • 15 The Groover 3:24
  • 16 Midnight 2:48
  • 17 Truck On (Tyke) 3:09
  • 18 Sitting Here 2:20
  • 19 Satisfaction Pony 2:48

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