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Artist- LED ZEPPELIN ....."Lemon Song" Version Plum/Red Label!!!
 

*Album- LED ZEPPELIN II

  *Label- ATLANTIC (588 198)PLUM/RED Label UK Press

  *Matrix-588198 A2 &  588198 B 2

  *Country-UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
 
  * (1st Press E.J Day & Co,London W11) Produced by: Jimmy Page 

  *Extra - I think one of the Very 1st PRESSING EVER!!!! (E.J Day sleeve,LEMON SONG Credit on Label & Sleeve,RED/PLUM UK Labels,A&B Matrix....

Led Zeppelin II is the second album released by English rock band Led Zeppelin in 1969. Here they further developed ideas established on their debut album, creating a work which became even more widely acclaimed and arguably more influential!

The album was recorded during a hectic and much-traveled period of the band's career from January through August 1969, when they completed four European and three American concert tours. Each song was separately recorded, mixed and produced at various studios in the UK and the U.S. The finished tracks reflect the raw, evolving sound of the band and their innovations as live performers!!.

It has been suggested that Led Zeppelin II largely writes the blueprint for 1970s hard rock.[Blues-derived songs like "Whole Lotta Love", "Heartbreaker", "The Lemon Song" and "Bring It on Home" are now standards of the genre, where the guitar-based riff (rather than vocal chorus or verses) defines the song and provides the key hook. Such arrangements and emphases were at the time atypical in popular music. As such, the album is generally considered to be very influential on the development of rock music, being an early forerunner of heavy metal, and inspiring a host of other rock bands including Van Halen and Guns N' Roses!!

Led Zeppelin II also experimented with other musical styles and approaches, as on the alternately soft-and-loud "What Is and What Should Never Be" and "Ramble On" (which featured Page's acoustic guitar), or the pop-influenced ballad "Thank You". With its mysterious atmospherics, "Ramble On" helped develop hard rock's association with fantasy themes, which had partly derived from the psychedelic rock of two to three years before, but also from lyricist Robert Plants personal interest in the writings of J. R. R. Tolkien.

This direction would later culminate on Led Zeppelin's untitled fourth album (and countless subsequent groups would later carry the influence to further extremes). Conversely, the instrumental "Moby Dick" features an extended drum solo by John Bonham, which would later be extended to a half-hour or more in live Led Zeppelin concert performances!!!.

Jimmy Page's contribution to this album was significant, as his electric guitar solo on the song "Heartbreaker" was emulated by many younger rock guitarists, and exemplifies the group's intense musical attack. Page's innovative recording and drum miking effects on tracks such as "Ramble On" and "Whole Lotta Love" also demonstrated his considerable skill, resourcefulness and originality as a producer. This was the first Led Zeppelin album to feature Page playing a 1959 Gibson Les Paul, the guitar he helped make famous!

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√ A MUST HAVE FOR ANY ZEPP COLLECTOR !

√ HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER :

Another sold in 2012 (see ‘Popsike’ link below) for £196

http://www.popsike.com/php/detaildatar.php?itemnr=220970362171

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GRADINGS
Using 'The Rare Record Collector' guidelines

Sleeve

Front
 Good -

Back
Very Good +

Inside
Fair

Corners + sides 
Good -

Spine
Very Good

Inner Sleeve
Near Mint

Labels

As you can see from the photos, aside from some hardly noticeable and faint spindle marks, both sides of this label look great.

A/1 Side:
Excellent

B/2 Side:
Excellent

Vinyl

Appearance

There are occasional surface marks on both sides of this single.  However there are no significantly major abrasions on the vinyl.

A/1 Side:
Good +

B/2 Side:
Very Good -

Audio Quality

When grading the audio quality of an LP, we listen to a sample of every track.
Sam and I are committed to giving as much detailed information in our listings.  However, due to the amount of records that we list each week, we can't possibly listen to every LP in full (especially with the Double LPs!  As our feedback suggests, we have a reputation for honesty & are trusted by collectors around the world, and if on the rare occasion our grading doesn't represent the condition, we operate a full refund policy (see details below)

In places there is a just a bit of skipping at the start of track one side one and then some background popping. 

A/1 Side:
Good +

B/2 Side:
Very Good +

COLLECTABLE VINYL RECORDS
The Barraclough brothers

Dear collector, we are the Barraclough brothers of ‘Collectable Vinyl Records’. Sam and I have established a reputation as a trusted supplier of rare vinyl, based upon honest and thorough descriptions of our items.

(take a look at some of our feedback [lower down the page]). 
Together we have undertaken the task of selling our father’s extensive record collection, which he has amassed during his time as a DJ and music critic.  It’s a considerable and unique vinyl collection of albums and singles with many rare items included.  In addition to the known rare records there are many demo and promotional items, which were not available for general purchase making them highly collectable.  The chronology of the collection stretches from the early 1960s, to the early 1980s.   Within this period, there is a concentration of records released between 1965–1969 and 1976-79 : seminal eras for music which is reflected in their collectability.  Although the spectrum of musical genre is wide, a considerable proportion of the collection is Motown, Northern Soul, Soul, Reggae, Ska, Punk, PowerPop, New Wave, Mod, Psych & FreakBeat records.  Fresh rare records usually start on a Thursday or Friday, ending 10 days later on Sunday or Monday evenings.    If you have any questions concerning this item or wish to enquire about this record collection, please contact us by eBay or email : collectablevinylrecords@gmail.com   we aim to reply within 24 hours where possible.

GRADING POLICY

We use the ‘Rare Records Price Guides’ grading scale (if you are unaware of this grading system please don’t hesitate to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible with a explanation of how this grading system works).   As you can see in the description there is a grading given to vinyl and audio quality.  This is necessary because a record may seem ‘poor’ quality when viewed, but when played, the audio quality is often ‘excellent’.  Conversely the vinyl quality may seem excellent but when played the audio quality can be quite poor.

FULL REFUND POLICY

We will offer a full refund (including p & p) if you find that any of the gradings (outer sleeve, label, vinyl or audio quality) given in the listing do no match the record’s description (according to the rare record collector grading system).  A full refund (including p & p)policy prohibits scammers, but more importantly ensures our true collectors complete piece of mind. As you see by our feedback, we have attained a strong reputation based on the accuracy of our descriptions, communication with clients and a quick and professional postage service.   So, in the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied, please notify us within 48 hours of receipt that you are returning the record and we will deposit your refund via Paypal.

PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED & PACKAGED

√ All records are professionally cleaned with a Smart Matrix cleaning machine before dispatch √

√ All records are securely & professionally packaged within protective plastic sleeves, then within a tough Card Sleeve, with a corrugated card stiffener & record mailers √

CUSTOMS PRACTICE
 For non – E.U collectors

We have become aware that many of our non EU customers have difficulties receiving records without (particularly with the more valuable records) paying huge customs charges. As always Joe and I will strive to make things easier (and cheaper) for our collectors. To achieve this we will always send the record(s) as a “gift” and state the value to be under £5 (+ not including inserting any evidence of actual value), ensuring that you receive the records without paying unnecessary custom charges or problems in your country.

SHIPPING & HANDLING POLICY

IMPORTANT SHIPPING LIABILITY :

When you buy a record(s) that cost more than £46 it is is strongly advisable that you insure the item before dispatch. This can be done using the postal options – “Special Delivery”  (Domestic next day) and or Airsure/ registered (for International), which  provide extra compensation (up to £500) and security – If this service is not requested, we can not and will not accept liability of over £41 compensation for items that may be lost or damaged by royal mail, so please bear this in mind when selecting your postage option.   
However, in all circumstances I will obtain proof of postage which insures the package up to the value of £46. (see the Royal Mail website for details)  you will be given these postage options when you pay for your item(s).
For domestic delivery we offer a choice of royal mail 1st class, 1 st class, recorded signed for or special next day delivery.  For international customers airmail is our preferred shipment option.  However, any customer can request services such as surface mail.  
Those who wish to purchase more than one record (up to a batch of three [sent together], may receive postage reductions upon request), which are shown in the table below.

SHIPPING & HANDLING : REDUCTIONS FOR 12" GATEFOLDS
Sent together with relevant protection, up to batches of 3

1 RECORD

2 RECORDS

3 RECORDS

DESTINATION

SERVICE

3.49

3.99

4.49

United

Kingdom

Royal Mail

1ST CLASS

4.49

4.49

5.49

United

Kingdom

Royal Mail

1ST CLASS RECORDED

6.49

7.49

7.99

United

Kingdom

Royal Mail

NEXT DAY (INSURED)

5.49

6.49

6.99

European

Union

Royal Mail

AIRMAIL

6.99

8.99

10.49

Outside

European Union

Royal Mail

AIRMAIL

FEEDBACK

Check out some of our glowing references below.   Collectable Vinyl Records : Honest, thorough & trusted

£1605.05

Excellent seller, Beautiful Item, Fast delivery A+++++++++++++++++++
THE BEATLES 12" Album LP UK Beat 1st PRESS 63 Please Me

Buyer:

jammin57

15-Apr-10 23:01

£410.00

First class Seller.

Thank you.
THE KINKS LP PSYCH MOD Village Green Preservation UK 68

Buyer:

jot23

20-Apr-10 06:20

£56.00

Accurate description, fast service. Very pleased.

Thanks, Sam & Joe!
JACKIE LOMAX 12 Album LP UK PSYCH Beat 69 APPLE BEATLES

Buyer:

producer51

03-Apr-10 20:31

£420.00

TEARS to my Eyes! - A Wonderful PLAYING Collectable-

BUY HERE with TOTAL CONFIDENCE !!
THE BEATLES LP 7 UK 68 Mono Apple 1st PRESS WHITE ALBUM

Buyer:

chipmonk007-2008

30-Mar-10 13:56

£310.00

Fantastic item!!!!

Fantastic seller!"!!! A++++++++++++++++++
STU BROWN BLUESOLOGY Blues Soul 45 UK PROMO ELTON JOHN

Buyer:

lemsoul

26-Jan-10 15:44

£28.99

Many thanks to the top seller

for the fab record!!

MAMAS The PAPAS LP UK FOLK POP Dunhill Promo TEST PRESS (#170609490876)

Buyer:

choks15

15-Mar-11 12:07

£11.99

Perfect copy. Swift dispatch.

Top dealer.

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD 7" Soul FUNK 45 UK Demo INVICTUS

Buyer:

elmatauk

13-Mar-11 16:26

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Good luck : Cheers, Sam & Joe

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