1961 Rock Doo Wop Record Album Dion Runaround Sue Hot Stamper 1A/1B Minty Vinyl
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Jul 25, 2017 Sold Date
May 12, 2017 Start Date
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Secondhand Record Album For Sale





  • Item: 1961 debut record album by Dion, Runaround Sue, Laurie Records, LLP 2009. I've seen versions of this in fake stereo, but this is the mono original, which I'd recommend. Also, many copies of this don't have such a hot stamper number -- this has matrix numbers ending in "1A" and "1B". I can't stress the importance of this album. Yes, it's sort of doo wop, but Dion had split from the Belmonts at this point, and the album has some killer rock tracks. Dion is so iconic -- he was the other headliner besides the other three that died on tour (Valens, Holly and Big Bopper), plus he's on the cover of the Sgt. Pepper album. Rolling Stone considers Runaround Sue to be one of the top 500 greatest songs. This is one the best early 60's rock albums for sure. I don't think you can find much better of an example, either, since it's so clean and almost untouched looking. The back slick is pure white -- not even discolored. When I first took the record out, it was so carefully stored within the cover in it's onion skin inner sleeve. I took the record out to photograph it and I don't see one scratch, scuff or spindle mark anywhere -- it looks unplayed! Single albums usually ship in Bags Unlimited brand cardboard record mailer. Multiple records usually ship in a box of my own construction. Please see my listings for other desirable titles!


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  • International Shipping: I sympathize with int’l buyers regarding shipping charges and their country’s Customs fees, but because the value must be declared in order to insure the item for that amount, I’m unable to satisfy the expectations of most buyers in certain countries. If you’re an exception, all you need to do is let me know and hopefully we can work together!


  • Condition: Records may not function as intended per surface noise, defective playback due to manufacturing defect or scratches, etc. and covers often have damage such as flawed edges and odors which may require repair or treatment, so I’m selling the item as being in “For parts or not working” condition. Most records are in scratched condition. See Goldmine Record Album Price Guide, 5th Edition, page 17: “It’s estimated that no more than 2 to 4 percent of all records remaining from the 1950’s and 1960s are truly Near Mint” (and the next grade down from Near Mint is VG+, where light scratches are present). If you like the ‘shabby chic’ look of the item, you can buy a record album frame for it from Ikea for 7.99 and display it on your wall. It amazes me that the world of record collecting doesn’t have an official grading company such as in the comic book field (they have CGC), the coin collecting realm (they have PCGS), etc. Until an official 3rd party industry expert comes along, record grading remains subjective and opinions vary due to parties’ differences in audio equipment, etc.



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