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Offered Here: The Rolling Stones 1978 Some Girls U.S. Pressing LP with Die-cut Uncensored Celebrity Faces LP. This auction features a premier U.S. pressing of the 1978 Rolling Stones album Some Girls. This particular version is noted for its die-cut sleeve with uncensored celebrity faces and the album title printed in blue lettering. Released in a period that marked Ian McLagan’s association with the band, this LP reflects the era when McLagan contributed significantly to the live sound and studio recordings through his Hammond organ and electric piano.
Additional Information: The Rolling Stones' album Some Girls was released on June 9, 1978, by Rolling Stones Records. Known for incorporating elements of disco, punk, and rock, the album included hits like "Miss You" and "Beast of Burden." It was both a commercial and critical success, reaching number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart and becoming one of the band's best-selling albums. The original release faced controversy due to the die-cut cover design, which featured various celebrity faces and was later altered due to copyright issues.
Provenance/Authenticity: This lot comes directly from the private collection of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Lee 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 and jacket are in exceptionally good condition, with only minor signs of wear, aging, and storage consistent with careful handling. The die-cut features of the sleeve are crisp and intact, making this a well-preserved example of this visually and musically influential album.