Artist

The Beatles

Title

A Souvenir of Their Visit To America (VJ EP-1-903)

Stereo / Mono

Mono

Label

Vee Jay

Pressing

1970s Reissue Pressing

Record Grading (Cover / Vinyl)

Cover: None

Record: VG

Additional Notes

Very Rare 1970s 45RPM Reissue Pressing of the 1964 EP which featured the songs: Misery, A Taste of Honey, Ask Me Why and Anna.

 

This reissue must have been made at around the same time several other Vee Jay reissues started hitting the market, most notably “Introducing The Beatles” and “Songs And Pictures of the Fabulous Beatles.” While these aforementioned records are widely available, this particular EP must have had a very limited pressing as I have not found many examples in my research on this particular record.

 

In summation, while not an original pressing, this is perhaps the rarest of the 1970s Vee Jay Reissues!

 

VINYL

 

Surface Scratching

Light to Moderate

Scuffing

There are several moderate needle scuffs found on both sides of the record, including one mark on Side 2 which can be felt to the touch.

Play Tested

Yes

Surface Noise

A light to moderate amount heard throughout the record, mostly in the quieter sections.

Skips

No

Additional Notes

A very enjoyable listen!

 

MATRIX INFO

 

Side 1

64-3915-1 URT

Side 2

64-3916-1 URT

Additional Notes

 

Additional Note: I have received several emails regarding the validity of this particular record. I will again stress that this is NOT an original pressing. Some would call this a "bootleg", based on the fact that these records were not officially licensed by Vee Jay. I have chosen to call this a reissue because many of these 70s pressings (most notably "Introducing The Beatles") wound up in record stores across America (as evidenced by many shrink wrapped copies which bear labels from many different stores. These copies are easily found online.) They were therefore much more easily (and from the buyer's standpoint, legally) obtained than buying a "bootleg" from the black market.

My main reason for listing this particular item is the rarity of the record itself. Online research shows that almost all of the 1970s pressings bearing the Vee Jay label are widely available. However, in my research for this item, I could only find three other examples of this particular record. For anyone who is a collector of these later pressings bearing the Vee Jay label, it is a very interesting, rare record to have!

Regardless of whether this record is labeled a "bootleg" or "reissue", it is undoubtedly a 1970s pressing and therefore NOT an original. For anyone who took offense to my description of the record, you have my apologies. I take pride in selling records on eBay and the satisfaction of my customers is paramount to me. If anyone has any additional questions about this item, please feel free to message me. Thank you.


A NOTE FROM THE SELLER:

Please note that because of the rarity of this item, it is being sold AS IS. Please ask any and all questions before bidding on this item. Thank you!


A NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS:

I CANNOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY ON THIS ITEM. I APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.


BELOW I HAVE POSTED THE GRADING SYSTEM I USE FOR ALL MY RECORDS:

SEALED: Sealed at factory and never opened. Vinyl is assumed to be mint, but cannot be sure until opening.

NM: When I grade something near mint, you know the only thing that isn't perfect about it is that someone actually opened it. There could be a light scuff mark or two from taking it out of the sleeve. The jacket will look like new.

VG++: These LPs appear not to have been played more than once or twice. You can expect to see scuffs or other insignificant surface marks ­ very minor ­ that will have no effect whatsoever on the sound of the recording. Jacket will show very slight, just beginning ring wear. Maybe a little wear in the corners.

VG+: Records in this condition have obviously been played a few times, though they have been well taken care of. You can expect to see a few light marks, but they should have a minimal effect, if any at all, on the sound of the recording. Jacket will very likely show noticeble ring and edge wear and maybe one or two other minor flaws. Anything more will be noted.

VG: These albums have been played quite a few times and although not abused you will see and hear signs of use. But, the music will dominate your listening experience and you shouldn't be overwhelmed by the various vinyl nuances, such as tics, pops, crackles and hisses. You should still be able to sit back and fully enjoy listening to an album in this condition.
Jacket will have a number of flaws, such as heavy ring and seam wear, writing, small seam splits, stickers, etc.

G: I try not to go here, but if it's a rare or exceptionally great piece of music that must be heard, then I'll offer it. But the noise will be very noticeable, and you'll want to find a better copy. Still, the record will be fully playable, and you should enjoy it because it's such wonderful music. Jackets in this condition will have large seam splits, large writing, paper tears, or water damage. But it will still be fully capable of protecting the album inside.

F: I'll never go here on both the vinyl and jacket. This would have to be a case where the vinyl was playable with a bad jacket OR a real special jacket with the record not of much use. You won't see this very often!