BLACK SABBATH Mob Rules LP 1981 Warner Bros BSK 3605 Dio Era Heavy Metal VG+
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Description
You are looking at an original 1981 US pressing of Black Sabbath's "Mob Rules" on Warner Bros. Records (BSK 3605) — the second studio album to feature Ronnie James Dio on vocals, with Vinny Appice stepping in on drums in place of Bill Ward.
PRESSING DETAILS
- Label: Warner Bros. Records
- Catalog: BSK 3605
- Year: 1981
- Made in U.S.A.
- Produced and engineered by Martin Birch
- Recorded at the Record Plant, L.A.
- Iconic cover artwork by Greg Hildebrandt
THE LINEUP
- Ronnie James Dio — Vocals
- Tony Iommi — Guitar
- Geezer Butler — Bass
- Vinny Appice — Drums
WHY THIS RECORD MATTERS
"Mob Rules" is widely regarded as one of the strongest entries in the Dio-fronted era of Black Sabbath, building on the momentum of "Heaven and Hell" with tracks like "Turn Up the Night," "The Sign of the Southern Cross," and the title track. This was Vinny Appice's debut behind the kit for Sabbath, and Dio's commanding vocal performance throughout is considered a high point for the band during this period.
CONDITION
VINYL: VG+ approaching Excellent — Clean grooves with good sheen. Plays with good clarity. Light signs of age consistent with a 40+ year-old record, nothing that detracts from the listening experience.
COVER: VG+ — Striking Greg Hildebrandt cover art with bold graffiti-style title lettering displays well. Light wear on edges and corners consistent with age. No splits, no water damage.
I grade conservatively using Goldmine standards.
TRACK LISTING
Side One:
1. Turn Up the Night
2. Voodoo
3. The Sign of the Southern Cross
4. E5150
5. The Mob Rules
Side Two:
1. Country Girl
2. Slipping Away
3. Falling Off the Edge of the World
4. Over and Over
SHIPPING
Carefully packed in a rigid mailer with full corner protection. Record and sleeve shipped separately in poly sleeves to prevent seam splits. Domestic $10. International $20. Returns accepted within 3 days if item is not as described.
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