THE ASTORS - IN THE TWILIGHT ZONE (PLUG SIDE) - STAX 45-179 7" 45RPM WHITELABEL
  €   130
  $   147

 


€ 130 Sold For
Mar 11, 2026 Sold Date
Mar 8, 2026 Start Date
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  Italy Country Of Seller
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THE ASTORS - IN THE TWILIGHT ZONE (PLUG SIDE) -STAX 45-179 

📝 Item Description

THE HOLY GRAIL OF MEMPHIS SOUL: This is the ultra-rare 1965 White Label Promo of Stax 45-179. A definitive collector's piece, this promo was issued exclusively to radio DJs to break the record on the airwaves.

⭐ KEY FEATURE: THE PLUG SIDE The highlight of this record is the PLUG SIDE: "In The Twilight Zone". In the promo world, the "Plug Side" represents the designated hit chosen by the label. This track is a masterpiece of mid-60s R&B vocal harmony, featuring the elite Stax production team of Cropper, Hayes, and Porter.

AUTHENTICITY & MATRIX: This copy is a verified first pressing with the essential "WL" (White Label) and "AT" (Atlantic Mastering) etchings in the runout:

  • Matrix (Plug Side): STX-9279-1 WL AT (In The Twilight Zone)

  • Matrix (Blank Side): STX-9278-1 WL AT (Mystery Woman)

💿 Condition & Grading

  • Vinyl: NM (Near Mint). Stunning luster, looks and plays brilliantly. A top-tier archive copy.

  • Labels: VG+. "Plug Side" and "Vocal" notations are crisp and clear (see high-res photos).

  • Sleeve: Shipped in a Generic professional sleeve.

  • sold "AS IS" as shown in the high-resolution pictures and video provided.

  • No Warranty: Being a private vintage sale from 1965, no warranty or guarantee is provided.

  • No Claims / No Returns: Please review all media carefully before bidding/buying. By purchasing, you agree that there will be no claims, no refunds, and no returns after the sale.

  • Authenticity: Matrix runouts STX-9279-1 WL AT and STX-9278-1 WL AT are clearly visible and guarantee the original 1st pressing status.


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