Electric Warrior, released in 1971, is the landmark album that catapulted T. Rex—and glam rock—into the mainstream. Frontman Marc Bolan shed the acoustic mysticism of Tyrannosaurus Rex and embraced a sleeker, electrified sound full of swagger, sensuality, and surreal charm. Produced by Tony Visconti, the album features iconic tracks like “Get It On (Bang a Gong),” “Jeepster,” and “Cosmic Dancer,” blending boogie riffs with dreamy lyricism. It topped the UK charts and helped define the glitter-drenched aesthetic of the era, influencing artists from Bowie to Prince and laying the foundation for glam’s flamboyant revolution.
