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Offered Here: The Rolling Stones 1967 Let's Spend the Night Together b/w Ruby Tuesday U.K. Decca Promotional Single. An artifact from the height of the British Invasion, this 1967 U.K. Decca promotional single features the double A-side pairing of "Let's Spend the Night Together" and "Ruby Tuesday." Clearly marked as a "Demonstration Sample Not For Sale," this genuine industry copy was intended for radio play and press review before the official release. The single is from a significant period in the Rolling Stones discography and captures two of their enduring compositions on a high-quality contemporary pressing from the Decca label.
Additional Information: "Let's Spend the Night Together" and "Ruby Tuesday" were released as a double A-side single by the Rolling Stones in January 1967, a time when the band was at the forefront of the British Invasion. Both songs reached the top of the charts, with "Ruby Tuesday" becoming a number one hit in the United States. The tracks were part of the album "Between the Buttons," which was released the same year and marked a departure towards more diverse and ambitious musical styles for the band. These singles represent a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Rolling Stones’ sound.
Provenance/Authenticity: This lot comes directly from the private collection of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Ian McLagan, legendary founder and keyboard player of iconic rock band The Small Faces / Faces. McLagan who also toured with The Rolling Stones, The New Barbarians and Bob Dylan, and recorded with dozens of artists. It will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Lee McLagan, on behalf of the Ian McLagan estate.
Condition: The vinyl is in very good condition with light surface scratches and typical signs of aging and storage expected of a 1960s promotional disc. Despite some minor cosmetic marks, the record plays through well, maintaining the punch and clarity of the original recording. A presentable copy of a significant piece of rock history, ideal as a centerpiece in an advanced Rolling Stones collection.