The Specials Self-Titled Vinyl LP Chrysalis A Message To You Rudy 1st Press 1980
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The Specials Self-Titled Vinyl LP - Chrysalis CHR 1265 VG++ US First Pressing (1980) with "A Message To You Rudy"
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and Very Good Cover. Vinyl was tested and plays very well. Cover is fully intact, shows a little wear on edges but no splits. Original Chrysalis inner sleeve.
The Specials is the debut album by British ska revival band The Specials. Released in the UK on 19 October 1979 on the 2 Tone label, the album is seen by some as the defining moment in the UK ska scene. Produced by Elvis Costello, the album captures the disaffection and anger felt by the youth of the UK's "concrete jungle"—a phrase borrowed from Bob Marley's 1973 album Catch a Fire—used to describe the grim, violent inner cities of 1970s Britain. The album features a mixture of original material and several covers of classic Jamaican ska tracks.
"'A Message to You, Rudy" was also released as a single. In 2013, NME ranked it at number 260 on its list of "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time".
Track listing
Side one "A Message to You, Rudy" (Dandy Livingstone) – 2:53 "Do the Dog" (Rufus Thomas; arrangement by Jerry Dammers) – 2:09 "It's Up to You" (Dammers, The Specials) – 3:25 "Nite Klub" (Dammers, The Specials) – 3:22 "Doesn't Make It Alright" (Dammers, Dave Goldberg, Mark Harrison) – 3:26 "Concrete Jungle" (Roddy Byers) – 3:18 "Too Hot" (Cecil Campbell) – 3:09
Side two "Monkey Man" (Toots Hibbert) – 2:45 "(Dawning of A) New Era" (Dammers) – 2:24 "Blank Expression" (Dammers, The Specials) – 2:43 "Stupid Marriage" (Dammers, Mark Harrison, Neville Staple, Cecil Campbell) – 3:49 "Too Much Too Young" (Dammers, acknowledgment to Lloyd Charmers) – 6:06* "Little Bitch" (Dammers)† – 2:31 "You're Wondering Now" (Clement Seymour) – 2:36
The Specials Terry Hall – vocals Neville Staple – vocals Lynval Golding – rhythm guitar, vocals Roddy Radiation (Roderick Byers) – lead guitar, vocals (6) Horace Panter – bass guitar John Bradbury – drums Jerry Dammers – keyboards
Guest musicians Rico Rodriguez – trombone Dick Cuthell – horns Chrissie Hynde – vocals on "Nite Klub"
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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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