the beginning of doves

Comprehensive compilation of recordings made in Bolan's pre-T.Rex days. Although it bears little resemblance to the glam rock sound that would soon make him famous, it is an important period in Bolan's career and essential in understanding the origins of the music that ruled the globe when Bolan was at the peak of his prowess. These 37 tracks were recorded over a ten month period, roughly between late 1966 and summer 1967. His then manager Simon Napier-Bell said that it was Bolan's voice that convinced him he would become a star - although it would be 5 more years until the rest of the world would catch on.