Sold Date: July 2, 2021
Start Date: July 1, 2021
Final Price: $16.99 (USD)
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Paul McCartney and Wings Venus and Mars First Pressing Vinyl LP Capitol SMAS-11419 (1975)
Condition: VG+ Vinyl and VG Cover. Vinyl was tested and plays well. Gatefold cover is sturdy with good color, and does have a tear/blemish on front. It also has a Venus and Mars sticker, and includes the original inner sleeve.
Venus and Mars is the fourth studio album by the band Wings, and the sixth album by Paul McCartney after the break-up of the Beatles in 1970. Released in May 1975 as the follow-up to Band on the Run, Venus and Mars continued Wings' run of commercial success and provided a springboard for a year-long worldwide tour. The album was McCartney's first post-Beatles album to be released worldwide by Capitol Records rather than Apple.
After recording Band on the Run as a three-piece with wife Linda McCartney and guitarist Denny Laine, McCartney recruited guitarist Jimmy McCulloch and drummer Geoff Britton to the band in 1974. Recording sessions for the album took place in London, New Orleans and Los Angeles in November 1974 and early 1975. During the sessions, personal tensions caused Britton to quit after six months, forcing the band to recruit American drummer Joe English to finish the album. Preceded by the single "Listen to What the Man Said", Venus and Mars peaked at number 1 in the US, the UK and other countries around the world. 
Tracklist Venus And Mars Rock Show Love In Song You Gave Me The Answer Magneto And Titanium Man Letting Go Venus And Mars – Reprise Spirits Of Ancient Egypt Medicine Jar Call Me Back Again Listen To What The Man Said Treat Her Gently – Lonely Old People Crossroads Theme
Personnel Paul McCartney – vocals, bass, guitars, keyboards, piano, percussion Linda McCartney – keyboards, backing vocals, percussion Denny Laine – vocals, guitars, keyboards, percussion Jimmy McCulloch – guitars, vocals, percussion Joe English – drums, percussion Geoff Britton – drums on "Love in Song", "Letting Go" and "Medicine Jar" Kenneth "Afro" Williams – congas on "Rock Show" Allen Toussaint – piano on "Rock Show" Dave Mason – guitar on "Listen to What the Man Said" Tom Scott – soprano saxophone on "Listen to What the Man Said" _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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