Paul Kantner Jefferson Starship “Blows Against The Empire” 1970 Vinyl * RARE
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Description
“Blows Against the Empire” is a concept album by Paul Kantner, co-founder of Jefferson Airplane, released under the name Paul Kantner and Jefferson Starship. It was the 1st album from Kantner to use the “Starship” name, although the personnel line-up was not the same as would appear on the first actual Jefferson Starship album.
It was released in 1970. This is a first edition and first pressing. Rare and in mint condition. 1st Pressings have 110/130 grams vinyl, not Dyna Flex. And it’s totally clear! Released with gatefold jacket, Included Inner artwork imagery sleeve and illustrated booklet.
This album peaked at #20 on the Billboard 200, and has been certified a gold record by the RIAA. It was one of the first two albums to be nominated for a Hugo Award in the category of Best Dramatic Presentation, and the 1st Rock album nominated.
Song & music writers include: David Crosby, Gary Blackman, Grace Slick, Graham Nash, Jerry Garcia, Joey Covington, Marty Balin, Mickey Hart, Paul Kantner, Phill Sawyer & Rosalie Sorrels.
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