Does anyone in the forum own this on CD? Is the Castle version better than the Polydor version. I also see there is a Japanese version of this also. I'm looking to get this one for Raw Ramp, also has Bang a Gong and Jeepster on it. Thanks in advance, Aaron
I've got it but I'm not sure which label. I bought it a long time ago. I haven't listened in a while but if I get time before I leave on vacation I'll give it a listen and let you know.
Aaron, The one I have is an German A&M records. I gave it a listen and it was pretty darn good. A couple of the old Tyrannosaurus songs are a tad on the bright side but you got good drums, congas, bass and guitars. Raw Ramp is an excellent song and so is Bolan's version of Summertime Blues on here.
I've got an EMI version. Fantastic music. Only problem is the first note of Get it On (Bang a Gong in the US) was carelessly chopped off in the mastering. Sound quality varies. As far as I am aware all the early Tyrannosaurus and T Rex albums have been recently (about 2 years ago) re-released in the UK but not remastered. Some of those early electric T Rex songs like Raw Ramp are SOOO good!
I have both the Castle and JPN A&M versions, IMO they are about the same in sound. Was never impressed with the vinyl either BUT the songs do sound great on the original 45's.
