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.
Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow is an album by T. Rex, released in 1974. A kaleidoscopic blend of glam rock and experimental soundscapes, showcasing T. Rex's eclectic vision. The album marked a shift in T. Rex's sound, embracing a more eclectic and experimental approach that influenced the burgeoning glam rock scene. It received mixed reviews upon release but has since been recognized for its creative ambition and has become a cult favorite among fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of glam rock and experimental soundscapes, showcasing T. Rex's eclectic vision. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow by T. Rex notable?
The album marked a shift in T. Rex's sound, embracing a more eclectic and experimental approach that influenced the burgeoning glam rock scene. It received mixed reviews upon release but has since been recognized for its creative ambition and has become a cult favorite among fans. 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.
How many songs are on Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow?
Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow has 19 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Venus Loon 3:03
- 2 Sound Pit 2:51
- 3 Explosive Mouth Standout 2:28
- 4 Galaxy 1:50
- 5 Change Standout 2:47
- 6 Nameless Wildness 3:07
- 7 Teenage Dream Standout 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
Release Date
January 1, 1974
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
60 min 55 sec
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