The Who TOMMY Original '69 WHITE LABEL PROMO LP w/BOOK

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This is a SUPER RARE advance release 1969 WHITE LABEL PROMO 2LP SET in deluxe triple fold out cover, WITH LYRICS PHOTO BOOKLET.

Original 1969 copy of the legendary rock opera by Pete Townshend and the WHO ...40+ years old and both records are M- clean...(see details below song listings)

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 opera 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.

1. "Overture" – 3:50
2. "It's a Boy" – 2:07
3. "1921" – 3:14
4. "Amazing Journey" – 3:25
5. "Sparks" – 3:45
6. "The Hawker"  – 2:15

7. "Christmas" – 5:30
8. "Cousin Kevin" (Entwistle) – 4:03
9. "The Acid Queen" – 3:31
10. "Underture" – 9:55

11. "Do You Think It's Alright?" – 0:24
12. "Fiddle About" (Entwistle) – 1:26
13. "Pinball Wizard" – 3:50
14. "There's a Doctor" – 0:25
15. "Go to the Mirror!" – 3:50
16. "Tommy Can You Hear Me?" – 1:35
17. "Smash the Mirror" – 1:20
18. "Sensation" – 2:32

19. "Miracle Cure" – 0:10
20. "Sally Simpson" – 4:10
21. "I'm Free" – 2:40
22. "Welcome" – 4:30
23. "Tommy's Holiday Camp" (Moon) – 0:57
24. "We're Not Gonna Take It!" – 6:45

CONDITION: The cover: a triple fold, VG+

The vinyl: EX / EX with clean DECCA labels makes this a serious canidate for a music library... 

keeper!

     A  GREAT ADDITION TO ANYONE'S COLLECTION !

NM NEAR MINT The record should show no obvious signs of wear. The very slightest signs of use, truly near mint. May have few signs of wear on the cover and/ or few slight paper scuffs on the vinyl.

NM- NEAR MINT MINUS  The record will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. There should be no obvious defects (Scratches/Warps).

EX : Light use is evident. The beginnings of light wear will be evident on the cover and some surface scuffs will appear on the vinyl BUT record will play with no surface noise.

VG++ : Use is evident but not bad. Cover has some ring wear along with some rub along the edges, spine and the corners along the spine. Record has some marks , very light scratches.

VG+ : Average use record, looks OK, plays OK, some noise is possible. Record has most of the original gloss. Record was played but was well cared for.

VG : Cover shows more than normal wear and vinyl has some groove wear or several scratches or some significant scratches. This record will play with noise that does not overwhelm the music.

G : Significant surface noise, scratches, visible groove wear , may skip or repeat.