Hawkwind – Space Ritual – Space Rock-Psych Rock Double Vinyl LP – Fold Out Cover

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This British progressive rock band is credited with being one of the earliest, perhaps the first, space rock band.  They are clearly lovers of science fiction with those themes in most of their lyrics as well as other-worldly sounds coming from their performances.  They have been performing and recording since 1970, often with different lineups, but consistently led by the brilliance of singer, songwriter, and guitarist Dave Brock.  This is their fourth album and also their first live recording.   It is truly a stunning performance that consists of highlights from separate performances in London at the end of 1972.  The sounds emanating from your speakers are mind-boggling.  The album was released on United Artists in 1973, number UA-LA120-H2.  This is the original release of the album.  It is presented in an oversized album cover that folds out into a large, dramatic poster (see photos).  The vinyl is in beautiful condition with its bright original luster and just a couple of very light paper scuffs that barely impact play.  It plays with almost no background noise.  The vinyl grades VG+.  The album cover shows a hint of ring wear and light corner and edge wear.  All seams show a bit of wear but sharp, tight, and intact.  The cover grades VG+. 

Track List: 
Earth Calling
Born To Go
Down Through The Night
The Awakening

Lord Of Light
The Black Corridor
Space Is Deep
Electronic No. 1

Orgone Accumulator
Upside Down
10 Seconds Of Forever
Brainstorm

7 By 7
Sonic Attack
Time We Left This World Today
Master Of The Universe
Welcome To The Future

Grading Information

I only use four grades in my grading:  NM, VG+, VG, and G.  The only exception is a sealed album which is presumed to have vinyl in mint condition.  My NM grading means that the vinyl looks and plays as though it is the first time out of the sleeve.  The VG+ rating is used on any album that plays great but has one or two small defects.  It may have a pop here and there or some occasional background static.  On a VG album you can expect that, typically, this album will play great, but you’ll see more defects on this than your VG+ rated album.   Most often the VG rated album may even play well enough to be graded VG+, but the color or blemishes drop the grading.  Likewise, you may occasionally find an album that looks almost NM but the sound quality just isn’t there.  That’s why I play every album first, because this does happen.  In this case the vinyl will be graded VG.  Very occasionally I will list an album with a grade of G.  This is one where I consider the collectible value of the album to be great enough that the copy being presented is worth having as a filler copy. 

Shipping Information – Combined Shipping

Canada shipping is calculated based on weight using US Postal Service rates.  Combined shipping is also welcomed here and does result in significant per-album cost savings. Canada shipping rates have gone up dramatically. The first album will be shipped for $16.  Additional albums will be shipped for $4 per album, with up to five albums able to be shipped before we need to use International Priority shipping.  At that point we will work together on final determination of shipping cost. 

The Canada cost determination also applies for all other International shipping, except that the first album is shipped for $22 and each subsequent is just an additional $5.00. 

All albums will be shipped in specially designed album hard cardboard mailers with a cardboard insert to prevent damage upon opening.  The vinyl is removed from the cover and presented in a new poly sleeve.  I am committed to one day turnaround on shipments.  If I receive payment before 7:00 AM Central Time I will package and ship that same day.  Payment by PayPal is preferred. 

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