'The Day that Marc Bolan Died'

[Greeny]

Here's a new self-penned 4-track of mine. Not one of my stand-out tracks, but I kind of like the tune. And Marc Bolan was a big hero of mine, so there's a bit of love in there.

There's a standard acoustic going through GTR+MIC, Hofner electric, and bass. 

[Flash Harry]

Tim

I'd disagree with you here, I think that this is fantastic.

I'd place this around '72, '73 musically, thinking mainly of Bowie, Hunky Dory and Ziggy. Bolan was arguably at his most prolific and creative around this time, so I think that it hits the mark.

A powerful track, so many influences. Beatles and Bowie are prominent. I love it.

[Oldrottenhead]

 i second that flash. you took the words out of my mouth.

Not one of my stand-out tracks

you are too modest tim. its not filler its killer, whens the cd coming out.

[Greeny]

Thanks guys. This forum really gives you a boost when you feel like you're floundering a bit.

I'm in that 'just recorded' phase of being too close to it to judge. I spent so long f*cking around with the bass on it last night that I was starting to get bored of my own voice! It sometimes takes a few weeks to be able to stand back from a song and listen to it objectively.

My lead guitarist skills are almost non-existant, but I did try to give it a bit of glam-era (Ziggy Stardust / Jeepster) crunch on the electric. 

[ronhh]

The title alone is enough to merit serious listening.  I still remember a t-shirt I had (the one with Bolan in the top hat).  The song is really cool, and for guys growing up in early 70's, it resonates.  What a deep idea for a song....I really need to get out more....

[Greeny]

The title alone is enough to merit serious listening.  I still remember a t-shirt I had (the one with Bolan in the top hat).  The song is really cool, and for guys growing up in early 70's, it resonates.  What a deep idea for a song....I really need to get out more....

Thanks Ronnie - it's more of a memory than an idea. It's all based on actual events (from when I was 10...), which means I'm not faking the sentiment / emotion, just keeping it real 

[danieldesete]

Lovely song, really accomplished... I am ashamed to say I never herd of Marc Bolan  . Well I know now that he is dead. Any record to suggest listening, what's his best one ?

[Greeny]

Lovely song, really accomplished... I am ashamed to say I never herd of Marc Bolan  . Well I know now that he is dead. Any record to suggest listening, what's his best one ?

The album Electric Warrior!

See the link below for starters. This is him live in his prime. He never got enough credit for his live prowess. He totally carries the song, and he's a much better guitarist than people give him credit for...

http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=8CwKJapgzFk

[danieldesete]

thanks for the link... Isn't youtube fabulous to discover artists !
Is a jeepster someone who drives a jeep?
great song
daniel

[cuthbert]

Superb! I love this! I'm a huge Marc Bolan/T. Rex fan, and I was only a kid as well when he died. I didn't really truly discover T. Rex until the 90s.

I agree with Flash Harry...to me this sounds almost like a Bowie tribute to Marc, with great touches of Marc vocal and guitar stylings. Much appreciated!

To anyone curious, in addition to 'Electric Warrior', I'd also recommend 'Futuristic Dragon', my current fave on the CD player. But whatever you can find by Tyrannosaurus/T. Rex, you cannot go wrong.