Marc Bolan - You Scare Me To Death LP Vinyl 1981, Cherry Red/Chrysalis, Retro Glam Rock Album

Marc Bolan 's LP "You Scare Me To Death" was released in 1981 on Cherry Red/Chrysalis Records . It contains early demo recordings from the 1960s, released posthumously. This collection showcases the charismatic musician in his early days – before he and T. Rex shaped glam rock.

The album is a special retro collector's item : it combines the youthful rawness of Bolan's voice with the characteristic song structures that would later define his worldwide success. Songs like "You Scare Me To Death" and "The Perfumed Garden of Gulliver Smith" offer a fascinating glimpse into the artist's origins.

Historical background of the artist

Marc Bolan (1947–1977) was one of the most influential musicians of the 1970s. As the frontman of T. Rex, he made glam rock history with hits like "Get It On" and "Children of the Revolution ." His sudden death in 1977 cemented his legendary status. This album of early recordings was released posthumously and is aimed primarily at fans who want to discover Bolan's musical roots .

Product details

• Category: LP, Vinyl, Stereo

• Artist: Marc Bolan

• Title: You Scare Me To Death

• Label: Cherry Red / Chrysalis – BRED 10

• Year of publication: 1981

• Format: 12" LP, Black

• Genre: Glam Rock, Rock, Singer-songwriter

• Vinyl condition: Very good – glossy, slight surface signs of wear, no audible defects

• Cover condition: Good – vibrant colors, with minor signs of storage, edges slightly rubbed, back cover with minimal wear, overall stable.

• Tracklist (selection):

  • You Scare Me To Death

  • The Perfumed Garden of Gulliver Smith

  • Observations

  • Eastern Spell

  • Charlie

  • Horrible Breath

Special features / Notes

• Posthumously released album featuring early demo recordings

• Original pressing from 1981 on Cherry Red/Chrysalis

• Especially interesting for Glam Rock and T. Rex collectors

• Photos are part of the item description