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Black Sabbath Paranoid - 1st - EX UK Vinyl LP

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BLACK SABBATH Paranoid (1970 UK first issue 8-track Stereo LP on the large 'swirl' logo label, matt gatefold picture sleeve with 'Big Bear' credits printed on the inside of the gatefold, complete with poly lined 'swirl' inner)
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TRACKLISTING AND EXTRA INFORMATION
More Details
The gatefold sleeve was designed and photographed by Marcus Keef. Originally to be titled 'War Pigs' this was changed at the last minute to avoid offending the US market due to their ongoing involvement in the Vietnam war, the original title makes more sense with Keef’s cover concept

The sleeve is unlaminated on the first pressing, with the credit to Jim Simpson/Big Bear Managament on the inner gatefold. This was immediately withdrawn as soon as it was issued due to contractual disputes between the band and Big Bear.

The sleeve was changed to a laminated finish (for 3rd and 4th issue) due to substantial wear to the outer black finish on the first two matt versions. A greenish tinge and the edges of the outer cover where it has been ‘wrapped under’ and glued to the inner gatefold can be seen on many original sleeves.

The label design features the large swirl logo above the spindle hole, with 'VERTIGO' at the botton below spindle hole & band name.

This design was used for both the first issue (with Big Bear credit) and the second issue (without Big Bear credit). There are two further swirl issues (with a laminated gatefold sleeve) with the smaller swirl logo and VERTIGO above the spindle.

The matrix numbers indicating that this copy was among the first pressed are:

SIDE A - 1 Y // 1 V 420
SIDE B - 2 Y // 1 V 420

Condition
The matt picture sleeve is a superb example. Usually prone to excessive wear & fading, this copy looks fantastic with none of the usual defects, just a small inch sized spot of edgewear resembling a seam split is above the Vertigo logo and three small creases on the spine edge, making this an Excellent graded sleeve.

The poly lined swirl inner is dated 0470.

The vinyl remains in staggering condition. With some spindle marks evident, upon very close inspection you can see a few light paper scuffs and tiny spots of cosmetic clouding but these have no impact on play whatsoever and mostly occupy only side B. The vinyl has retained its sheen & looks to have been extremely well looked after and played on good equipment. When the fairies walked on this disc, they were certainly not wearing boots.

An lovely example of this first pressing & one that I'm sure you'll be more than happy with.

Tracklisting
1. War Pigs
2. Paranoid
3. Planet Caravan
4. Iron Man
5. Electric Funeral
6. Hand Of Doom
7. Rat Salad
8. Fairies Wear Boots

Artist - Black Sabbath (click link for complete listing)
Title - Paranoid (click link for more of the same title)
Year of Release - 1970
Format - vinyl LP album (LP record)
Record Label - Vertigo
Catalogue No - 6360011 (click link for more)
Country of Origin - United Kingdom (UK)
Language - Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description.
Additional info - Deleted, Picture Sleeve
Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) - 5053199269487
Condition - This item is in Excellent condition or better (unless it says otherwise in the above description). We buy items as close to Mint condition as possible and many will be unplayed and as close to new as you could hope to find. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. Click here for more info.
RareVinyl.com Ref No - BLKLPPA303486
Alternative Names - Black Sabath.
Related Artists - Bill Ward, Black Label Society, Geezer, Gus G, Heaven & Hell, Jezz Woodroffe, Kelly Osbourne, M-80, Ozzy Osbourne, Pride And Glory, Quiet Riot, Red Dragon Cartel, Tony Iommi, WAMI, Wylde Bunch, Zakk Sabbath, Zakk Wylde.

GENRES
Heavy Metal, Rock.

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