AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex

AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex

7.8

Sep 14 2023

2h 39m

Documentary, Music, History

The complex and revolutionary music and lyrics of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, the glam rock powerhouse behind “Bang a Gong (Get it On)” and other iconic songs. Featuring archival performances and interviews with Elton John, Ringo Starr, and David Bowie, plus filmed musical interpretations by artists such as Nick Cave, John Cameron Mitchell, Joan Jett, Macy Gray, U2, and Father John Misty.

Marc Bolan

Marc Bolan

Self (archive footage)

Gloria Jones

Gloria Jones

Self

Rolan Bolan

Rolan Bolan

Self

Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr

Self

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