Vinyl Albums Gallery & Discography from 1970-1990

Welcome to the Vinyl Records Gallery , a web-site dedicated to all Music Fans and especially to all music released during the 1960, 70 and 1980s on vinyl. Here you will find my perspnal collection of vinyl records, collected over decades. Each record is described in full details and where appropriate with detailed collector details as well with large high quality photos.


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JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO - Two Virgins
JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO -  Two Virgins album front cover vinyl record

  Apple T-5001 , 1968 , USA

John Lennon andYoko Ono, may have created a money-making sensation with their "Two Virgins" nude album cover, but from one 18-year-old Beatles fan the word is "John, You've Gone Too Far This Time." Her name is Rainbo, and her comment about John is the title of her first record. "It's not art. It's just a dirty

Two Virgins 12" Vinyl LP
ERIC CLAPTON - Behind the Sun
ERIC CLAPTON - Behind the Sun  album front cover vinyl record

 

This album "Behind the Sun" is the 1985 album by the English guitarist Eric Clapton. The title of the album comes from a line from Albert King's "Louisiana Blues". It is also Clapton's first collaborative project with Phil Collins.

Behind the Sun 12" Vinyl LP

Sheryl Lee Ralph - You're So Romantic

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Too Hot TSR 420103 , 1984 , Germany

Relive the magic of Sheryl Lee Ralph's early 80s charm with this rare 12" Vinyl EP. Featuring the infectious dance hit "You're So Romantic" and the sizzling "Too Hot," this collectible record is a must-have for fans of classic R&B and disco.

You're So Romantic 12" Vinyl EP
T. REX - Children of the Revolution / Jitterbug Love
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Glam Rock

"Children of the Revolution" is the 1972 song by the British Rock band "T.Rex", is was used as soundtrack for the movie "Born To Boogie" "Children of the Revolution" was written by Marc Bolan and released in 1972. The song was released as a single, and reached #2 on the UK Singles Chart.

Children of the Revolution / Jitterbug Love 7" Vinyl Single
STEELOVER - Glove Me
STEELOVER - Glove Me album front cover vinyl record

"Glove Me" is a record that doesn't waste time. Kicking off with "Forever," you're immediately hit with an anthem that distills the essence of Steelover: melodic hooks wrapped in a tough, leather-clad exterior. This is followed by "Give It Up," a faster, punchier track that showcases the band’s ability

STEELOVER - Glove Me 12" Vinyl LP
FRANK ZAPPA & Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra - Lumpy Gravy
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VERVE 2317 046 , 1968 , UK (United Kingdom)

"Lumpy Gravy "is the debut solo album by Frank Zappa, recorded with a group of session players he dubbed the Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra.

Lumpy Gravy (1968, GB) 12" LP
To John Mayall, the Godfather of British Blues:
In Memory of JOHNY MAYALL album front cover vinyl record

Your legacy echoes through the countless musicians you inspired and mentored, the generations you introduced to the soul of the blues, and the indelible mark you left on the world of music. Your passion, dedication, and boundless talent will forever be remembered. Thank you for a lifetime of blues.

Rest in peace, John.

His Discography
DEATH - Scream, Bloody Gore ( Canada ) 12" LP
Scream, Bloody Gore ( Canada ) 12" LP midsize image of front cover

Cobra CL 1030 / Maze Music , 1987 , Canada

BLACK SABBATH - Dehumanizer 12" Vinyl LP
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Black Sabbath's "Dehumanizer" is a sonic sledgehammer, reuniting Dio and Appice with the metal titans. This 1992 release delves into dark themes of technological dystopia and human frailty, driven by relentless riffs and Dio's soaring vocals. A raw and powerful album that cements their legacy.

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IRON MAIDEN - Number of the Beast Red Vinyl 7" Single
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Double the devilry, double the Iron Maiden! This limited edition set features the iconic "The Number of the Beast" on blood-red 7" vinyl. Unfold the included poster and witness Eddie's battle with the devil in all its crimson glory.

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JIMI HENDRIX Monterey International Festival 12" Vinyl LP
JIMI HENDRIX OTIS REDDING - Monterey International Pop Festival (1967, France)  album front cover vinyl record

This album is a compilation LP album, Side one is dedicated on tracks by Jimi Hendrix, while Side Two has the tracks by Otis Redding, who died six months after this festival.

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ATLAIN - Living In The Dark 12" Vinyl LP
ATLAIN - Living In The Dark album front cover vinyl record

The time period surrounding the release of "Living in the Dark" was marked by a surge in the popularity of Power/Thrash metal, both in Germany and globally. The late 1980 was witnessing a flourishing metal scene, with bands experimenting and pushing the boundaries of the genre.

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ARTILLERY - Fear Of Tomorrow 12" Vinyl LP
ARTILLERY - Fear Of Tomorrow album front cover vinyl record

Artillery's debut album, "Fear of Tomorrow," released in 1985 by Neat Records, marked a pivotal moment in Danish thrash metal. Founded in 1982, the band, led by brothers Michael and Morten Stützer, showcased their technical prowess and raw energy.

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ARTILLERY - Terror Squad 12" Vinyl LP
ARTILLERY - Terror Squad album front cover vinyl record

In 1987, thrash metal was a headbanging hurricane tearing across the globe. Metallica had unleashed the genre-defining "Master of Puppets," Slayer was fresh off the heels of "Reign in Blood," and Exodus was about to drop "Pleasures of the Flesh."

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DEATH - Scream, Bloody Gore ( UK ) 12" LP Album
Scream, Bloody Gore ( UK ) 12" LP

UNDER ON FLAG FLAG 12 , 1987 , UK

"Unearth the sonic abyss with Death's 'Scream Bloody Gore' on 12" Vinyl. Chuck Schuldiner's death metal masterpiece, released in 1987, remains iconic. 

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GRAVE DIGGER - Heavy Metal Breakdown 12" Vinyl LP

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Noise N 007 , 1984 , Germany

Grave Digger's "Heavy Metal Breakdown" (1984) is the raw and energetic debut album that introduced the world to the German heavy metal powerhouse.  

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RAVEN - Wiped Out ( 1982, Italy ) 12" LP
RAVEN - Wiped Out ( 1982, Italy ) 12" LP

Raven's "Wiped Out" LP, a rare Italian pressing on NEAT Records, signifies the band's evolution and transition from the label. This pivotal album blends speed metal and NWOBHM influences, encapsulating Raven's signature style.

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PARIAH - Blaze Of Obscurity 12" Vinyl LP
PARIAH - Blaze Of Obscurity album front cover vinyl record

Pariah was not a new band formed in 1989. It was a temporary name change for the British heavy metal band Satan, formed in 1980. The members of Satan decided to release "Blaze of Obscurity" under the name Pariah, likely due to concerns about religious connotations associated with their original name.

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RISK - Ratman 12" Vinyl EP
RISK - Ratman album front cover vinyl record

"Ratman" is a gripping and intense 12" EP vinyl by the band Risk. Released with an inclusion of lyrics sleeve, this EP showcases Risk's unique sound and their ability to deliver hard-hitting and thought-provoking music.

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RAMONES - Self-Titled 12" Vinyl LP
RAMONES - Self-Titled  album front cover vinyl record

In the mid-1970s, amidst the glitz and glamor of stadium rock, a raw and unpolished sound emerged from the underground of New York City. The Ramones, a quartet of leather-clad misfits, unleashed their self-titled debut album

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SACRIFICE (CH) - On The Altar Of Rock 12" Vinyl LP
SACRIFICE (CH) - On The Altar Of Rock  album front cover vinyl record

"On the Altar of Rock" is the band's debut album, released in 1984. The album was recorded at Spygel Tonstudio in Kirchheim. The album features a mix of heavy metal, speed metal, and power metal, and it is considered to be one of the most influential Swiss metal albums of all time.

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FRONT 242 - Geography 12" Vinyl LP
FRONT 242 - Geography album front cover vinyl record

Front 242's "Geography" is a 1982 album that helped define the EBM (Electronic Body Music) genre. The album features tracks that combine industrial rhythms, aggressive synths, and distorted vocals

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WITCHHUNT RECORDS - believe in church and agonize
WITCHHUNT RECORDS - believe in church and agonize (1990, switzerland) 
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In 1990, the Swiss label Witchhunt Records released "Believe in Church and Agonize," a compilation that captured the raw energy and aggression of the emerging European metal scene. This 12" vinyl LP, now a sought-after collector's item, serves as a time capsule, showcasing early demo recordings

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WARHEAD - Speedway 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

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"Warhead: Speedway" races onto the scene with the 12" Vinyl LP Album, a testament to the prowess of one of Belgium's few Speed Metal bands. Released on Mausoleum Records, this album encapsulates the raw power and intensity that define Warhead's contribution to the Speed Metal genre.

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