Rare Rolling Stones Hot Rocks LP w/Alternate Tracks

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158

Here it is, the ultra-rare "Shelley/11-18-71" version of the Rolling Stones "Hot Rocks 1964-1971"!  Double LP, London 2PS 606/7. This highly sought-after item features remarkably different versions of "Brown Sugar" and "Wild Horses"!  Side 4 has the name "Shelley" and the date "11-18-71" etched into the dead wax area!

I would say the vinyl is in good condition with some visible scuffs and scratches. It plays all the way through with some pops and clicks and there's one tiny skip on side 3 during "Street Fighting Man".  A truly pleasant rock and roll listening experience all around! The blue London labels have the name "Tess Fennelly'" written in blue ink on them, as does the inside cover.  If only poor ol' Tess knew how rare this LP is!

The cover is in really good condition with what I'd call "normal " wear. The inner sleeves are very good  with just small splits at the bottom.

Also, this includes the original booklet "211 reasons why The Rolling Stones is the world's greatest rock and roll band" in excellent shape!

Here's some addtional info I found from a Stones site about this unusual item: 

Upon its initial pressing (Nov. 18, 1971), alternate versions of Brown Sugar and Wild Horses were included on the Hot Rocks master plate. These versions first appeared in the brilliant 1970 documentary Gimme Shelter. Since there was no clear reference to their origin on the album cover, sleeve or label, one must look at the trail-off vinyl (the smooth vinyl located nearest the disc label) and look for the word Shelley and the date 11-18-71.

The identifying mark is not easy to locate or read, but the mystery does not end if and when it is found. It seems that this "alternate pressing" was soon pulled in favor of a set which contained the single versions of Sugar and Horses. However, Shelley wasn't quite done, as the name reappeared for a short time afterwards with either a later date, or no date at all.

The original Shelley 11-18-71, with the alternate takes, may fetch $1000 USd. A second pressing with the word Shelley and with or without a later date, will still get you double ($25-30) a regular pressing ($12-15). Thus far, reports of 11-18-71, 12-3-71, and 12-6-71 have been clearly identified.

One final note on determination - you should find Shelley on all four sides of the 2-disc set, but the date (if there is one) of 11-18-71 need only be on side four. It is possible to come across a set that has that specific date on any of the other three sides except the fourth, yet that is meaningless. The names will often not be written in the same manner, though it is more common to see script, there are editions that have Shelley in block print.

Interestingly enough, this copy has the "Shelley" inscription on sides I, 3 and 4 and  NOT  on side 2, contrary to the above info, which perhaps make this even weirder. I've only seen one other copy of this in my life and it had Shelley on all four sides. Whatever the case, you dont see this thing too often!

 And here's what another source has to say about the tunes:

The alternate versions included here are truly different. It is not just a case of different mixes – these are DIFFERENT TAKES altogether. You will detect a major difference between the official versions and those included here within five seconds from the start of the songs.

This take of "Brown Sugar" has rhythm section pushed all the way into the foreground, to the point where bass and drums are literally in-your-face. Bobby Keyes` famous sax solo in the middle of the song is COMPLETELY MISSING;  Lead guitar solo also appears to be missing; only Keith Richard’s rhythm guitar is there, but Mick Taylor’s fretwork appears to be either missing or is mixed-out beyond recognition. Vocal take seems to be the same as the released version.

On "Wild Horses", Mick Taylor’s guitar, notably the intricate soloing by the end of the song, is also  missing; the song appears to be somewhat shorter than the released version; but the single biggest - and most obvious - difference is in Mick Jagger`s vocal track. It is absolutely clear that this is a COMPLETELY different take of the vocal track than the album version; Mick sings in a wonderfully dramatic, passionate, soulful manner – and we feel very strongly that his vocal take on this version is far superior to the one released on regular versions of "Hot Rocks" (the same as the one released on "Sticky Fingers"). His voice here is a cross between Gram Parsons (we initially thought that this was Gram Parsons on vocals!) , Jerry Garcia, and Billie Holiday. The dude really croons his heart out.  Heck, Mick can really belt out with the best of them, when he wants to (which has been less and less in recent years).

Well, there ya have it. Please feel free to e-mail me with questions. I will pack with loving care when shipping. Good luck and happy bidding!

This is an addendum: I've had a few questions about shipping worldwide. Yes, I will do it. Please e-mail me about rates and method. Thanks!