WHITE LBL PROMO 2xLP TRIPLEFOLD + LYRICS ~ THE WHO - TOMMY ~ Psych KEITH MOON +
Sold Date:
July 29, 2018
Start Date:
July 26, 2018
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$77.00
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1969 MEGA RARE "WHITE LABEL" (((PROMO)))) ORIGINAL ... 2 Lp SET
+ LYRICS BOOKET
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USA - DECCA RECORDS - DXSW 7205
1969 pre-release::: WHITE LABEL PROMO ...it's 100% ORIGINAL ... 2 Lp SET ...
49 years of age TRIPLE-FOLD COVER ... DELUXE 1968 first pressing OF THE WHO "TOMMY"
COMPLETE - INCLUDES THE LARGE COLOR MULTI-PAGES BOOKLET
THE SECOND "ROCK OPERA" EVER (Sorry Mr Townshend, The Pretty Things SF Sorrow was the first) ... a triple thick 1969 DOUBLE SET in deluxe triple fold out cover, WITH LYRICS PHOTO BOOKLET...and both original printed UK TRACK RECORDS inner sleeves
Original 1969 WHITE LABEL PROMOTIONAL TRIPEFOLD COVER of the legendary rock opera by Pete Townshend and the WHO ...
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Tommy will remain as Pete Townshend’s and The Who’s grand musical statement. He had toyed with the rock opera concept on two of the group’s early albums but few were prepared for this incredible epic. It was all the more amazing because of how early it came in their career
Conceptually, Tommy is one of the most creative albums in rock history. Pete Townshend combined opera, a touch of classical and rock into a brilliant mix. Nearly four decades after its release, it remains one of the most respected and critically acclaimed albums of the rock era.
This is an album that needs to be played as a whole. Only a few of the songs work on their own when presented individually. The story can be a little obscure here and there but it holds together fairly well. It is dark in places as it contains death, abuse, torture, rejection and loneliness. And let’s not forget the deaf, dumb and blind boy who plays pinball.
The tracks that are my particular favorites are the opening “Overture” with its almost classical elements, “Go To The Mirror” which contains one of the best vocal performances of Roger Daltrey’s career, and the classic rock ‘n’ roll of “Pinball Wizard.” In fairness there are 24 songs and many deserve to be not only listened too but experienced and savored.
Very few groups and artists can say that they have established and popularized a new musical form. Through the rock ope ra Tommy, Pete Townshend and Who expanded the boundaries of the rock format. It remains a remarkable achievement and an essential listening experience for any fan of rock ‘n’ roll.
Side one
"Overture" – 3:50 "It's a Boy" – 2:07 "1921" – 3:14 "Amazing Journey" – 3:25 "Sparks" – 3:45 "The Hawker" – 2:15Side two
"Christmas" – 5:30 "Cousin Kevin" (Entwistle) – 4:03 "The Acid Queen" – 3:31 "Underture" – 9:55Side three
"Do You Think It's Alright?" – 0:24 "Fiddle About" (Entwistle) – 1:26 "Pinball Wizard" – 3:50 "There's a Doctor" – 0:25 "Go to the Mirror!" – 3:50 "Tommy Can You Hear Me?" – 1:35 "Smash the Mirror" – 1:20 "Sensation" – 2:32Side four
"Miracle Cure" – 0:10 "Sally Simpson" – 4:10 "I'm Free" – 2:40 "Welcome" – 4:30 "Tommy's Holiday Camp" (Moon) – 0:57 "We're Not Gonna Take It!" – 6:45CONDITION: The cover: rated: VG+ (bit of wear, nothing near extreme, it's overall solid) So hard to find without wear - TRIPLE-FOLD cover with multi-page BOOKLET ... no one interested would put it down ...the colors very bright ...49 year old first printing collectible !!!
The vinyl: Rated: VG and better; few minor scuffs and couple of noticeable short scratches ...plays through the 4 sides with only a little stray surface here and there and mostly with excellent audio ... the white label promo pre-release is SO incredibly rare that the artifact is highly collectible in any condition... all 4 sides of the WHITE DECCA PROMO's are CLEAN without any wear, writing or other issues ...
A cool addition to anyone's music library!
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