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Dec 21, 2025 3:30 AM

　　Originally called: Tyrannosaurus Rex (Show more) T. Rex, British rock band, a pioneer of glam rock in the 1970s. T. Rex originally was known for its acoustic, psychedelic, folk-influenced sound. From 1970, however, with reconceptualization of its direction and the addition of electronic instruments, the band broke into the glam rock scene. T. Rex went on to achieve significant success, with three number one albums and 11 singles in the top 10 in the United Kingdom, including the chart-topping hits “Get It On” (1971), “Telegram Sam” (1972), and “Metal Guru” (1972). “Bang a Gong (Get It On)” reached number 10 in the United States. In 1967 ...(100 of 991 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!

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