The SEX PISTOLS NEVER MIND THE BOLLOCKS 1977 VINYL LP VIRGIN V2086 VG /

	£		35
	$		46

Bids are invited on this legendary LP by the Sex Pistols.

This was the only studio album recorded by the band and it remains a significant release to this day.

As Allmusic put it; 

While mostly accurate, dismissing Never Mind the Bollocks as merely a series of loud, ragged midtempo rockers with a harsh, grating vocalist and not much melody would be a terrible error. Already anthemic songs are rendered positively transcendent by Johnny Rotten's rabid, foaming delivery. His bitterly sarcastic attacks on pretentious affectation and the very foundations of British society were all carried out in the most confrontational, impolite manner possible. Most imitators of the Pistols' angry nihilism missed the point: underneath the shock tactics and theatrical negativity were social critiques carefully designed for maximum impact. Never Mind the Bollocks perfectly articulated the frustration, rage, and dissatisfaction of the British working class with the establishment, a spirit quick to translate itself to strictly rock & roll terms. The Pistols paved the way for countless other bands to make similarly rebellious statements, but arguably none were as daring or effective. It's easy to see how the band's roaring energy, overwhelmingly snotty attitude, and Rotten's furious ranting sparked a musical revolution, and those qualities haven't diminished one bit over time. Never Mind the Bollocks is simply one of the greatest, most inspiring rock records of all time.

There are a confusing number of versions of this LP out there. I am no expert, but this is a 1977 release with the inclusion of Submission on the back cover and on the record itself (the very first pressings did not include Submission). The Reference number is V2086

Using the Record Collector grading system (details below) I have graded the sleeve and vinyl as VG. I have played the whole album through on my system. It plays well with no jumps. The vinyl does have a number of superficial marks on it and spindle rubs to the label. The cover is showing signs of age with a price sticker patch near the top right corner, light fading and a little creasing and rubbing /edgewear (please see pictures) .

The run out groove is etched with V-2086.A.5 on the A Side and V-2086.B-7 on the B side if this helps to identify the exact pressing.

Overall a well loved authentic 1977 punk release which still plays as it should. 

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All the best if you decide to have a bid.

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Record Collector Grading System

Mint: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition.

Excellent: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening of sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.

Very Good: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.

Good: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration etc.

Fair: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise: it may even jump. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

Poor: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise etc.. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

Bad: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.