T. Rex, led by the charismatic Marc Bolan, perform their signature glam rock anthem “Bang a Gong (Get It On)” on The Midnight Special. This unforgettable performance captures the essence of early 1970s rock — glittering, swaggering, and irresistibly cool. Originally released in 1971 on the album Electric Warrior, “Bang a Gong (Get It On)” became T. Rex’s biggest international hit, reaching #1 on the UK Singles Chart and #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. Written by Bolan and produced by To