Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages
by Tyrannosaurus Rex
Released: November 01, 1968
Psychedelic folk, folk-pop
Why This Album Matters
This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.
The Album
"Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages" is the second studio album by the English psychedelic folk band Tyrannosaurus Rex, which later became known as T. Rex. Released on November 1, 1968, by Regal Zonophone, the album marked a significant step forward in the band's evolution under the creative direction of Marc Bolan. The album features a blend of mystical, poetic lyrics and acoustic instrumentation, showcasing Bolan's unique songwriting style.
Interesting Facts
It laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent…
It laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent transition to the glam rock sound that would define T. Rex's later success in the early 1970s.
It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove,"…
It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove," and "Conesuala," which exemplify the band's early experimentation with fantasy themes and whimsical imagery.
Essential Tracks
Deboraarobed
It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove," and "Conesuala," which exemplify the band's early experimentation with fantasy themes and whimsical imagery.
Stacey Grove
It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove," and "Conesuala," which exemplify the band's early experimentation with fantasy themes and whimsical imagery.
Conesuala
It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove," and "Conesuala," which exemplify the band's early experimentation with fantasy themes and whimsical imagery.
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Reception
While not a commercial success at the time of its release, "Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages" is now regarded as a classic of the psychedelic folk genre and an important milestone in Tyrannosaurus Rex's discography.
Legacy
While not a commercial success at the time of its release, "Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages" is now regarded as a classic of the psychedelic folk genre and an important milestone in Tyrannosaurus Rex's discography.
The Complete Album Story
"Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages" is the second studio album by the English psychedelic folk band Tyrannosaurus Rex, which later became known as T. Rex. Released on November 1, 1968, by Regal Zonophone, the album marked a significant step forward in the band's evolution under the creative direction of Marc Bolan.
The album features a blend of mystical, poetic lyrics and acoustic instrumentation, showcasing Bolan's unique songwriting style. It includes tracks such as "Deboraarobed," "Stacey Grove," and "Conesuala," which exemplify the band's early experimentation with fantasy themes and whimsical imagery.
While not a commercial success at the time of its release, "Prophets, Seers & Sages: The Angels of the Ages" is now regarded as a classic of the psychedelic folk genre and an important milestone in Tyrannosaurus Rex's discography. It laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent transition to the glam rock sound that would define T. Rex's later success in the early 1970s.
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