The Slider is the seventh studio album by T. Rex, released on July 21, 1972. It was recorded in Copenhagen, Paris, and Los Angeles, with Tony Visconti as the producer. The album is a defining moment in glam rock, featuring two UK number-one singles, Telegram Sam and Metal Guru.
Marc Bolan described Metal Guru as a "festival of life song", reflecting his vision of a god-like figure. The album also includes tracks like Buick MacKane, Spaceball Ricochet, and Ballrooms of Mars, showcasing Bolan’s mix of boogie riffs, poetic lyrics, and flamboyant style.
