Sold Date: June 7, 2024
Start Date: June 7, 2024
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Ted Nugent Free-for-All
Vinyl LP - Epic PE 34121 NM/VG++ First Pressing (1976) with Dog Eat Dog
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well throughout with good fidelity - clean copy. Original gatefold cover has good color and is fully intact no splits or writing. Includes original inner sleeve.
Free-for-All is the second album by Ted Nugent, released in September 1976 by Epic Records. It was his first album to go platinum. As the recording of Free-for-All commenced, rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist Derek St. Holmes left the band, citing growing personal and creative conflicts with Nugent. Two solid years of living together on the road had taken its toll on the relationship.
A full year before Bat Out of Hell brought him international success, vocalist Meat Loaf was brought in by producer Werman to sing on the album. Meat Loaf was paid the sum of $1,000 for his contributions to the album, which included crafting his vocal arrangements and two days of recording sessions. 
St. Holmes also sang lead vocal on several of the album's songs, including the single "Dog Eat Dog". He officially returned to the group after Free-for-All's release, and performed on the subsequent tour. Band management asked him to return at the request of Epic Records.
Tracklist
A1Free For All3:21 A2Dog Eat Dog4:04 A3Writing On The Wall7:10 A4Turn It Up3:36
B1Street Rats3:36 B2Together5:53 B3Light My Way3:01 B4Hammerdown4:08 B5I Love You So I Told You A Lie3:49
Band members Ted Nugent – lead and rhythm guitar, lead vocals (tracks 1 and 10), percussion, bass guitar (track 2) Meat Loaf – lead vocals (tracks 3, 5, 6, 8 and 9) Rob Grange – bass guitar, bass phase effects Cliff Davies – drums, percussion, backing vocals (track 2), producer
Additional musicians Derek St. Holmes – lead vocals (tracks 2, 4, 7, 11 and 12), rhythm guitar (tracks 2, 10 & 11) Steve McRay – keyboards, backing vocals Tom Werman – percussion, producer _____________________________________________
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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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