POISON - Open Up And Say Ah censored Album Cover 12" Vinyl LP Album

The original album cover was banned somehow because some retailers objected to this sleeve on the grounds that it was too "raunchy". "Open Up and Say... Ahh!" is the second studio album by American glam metal band Poison, released in 1988 through the Enigma label. The album is widely considered a classic in the glam metal genre.

 

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Album Description:

"Open Up and Say... Ahh!" is the second studio album by the American glam metal band Poison, released on 3 May 1988. The album was a commercial success for the band and helped solidify their position in the 1980s glam metal scene. This web-page describes the censored version, whereby the album's front cover has been partially blacked out.

The album itself contains ten tracks, including some of Poison's most popular songs. The lead single, "Nothin' but a Good Time", became a major hit for the band, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Other notable tracks from the album include "Every Rose Has Its Thorn", which became Poison's only number-one hit, and "Fallen Angel"

Music Genre:

Hard Rock, Glam Metal

Label & Catalognr:

Enigma Capitol 1C 064-7 48493 DMM

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1988 Holland / Germany

POISON - Open Up And Say Ah censored Album Cover Production & Recording Information

Album Packaging

This album "POISON Open Up And Say Ah" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos

Producers:

Tom Werman for Julia's Music

Sound & Recording Engineers:

Duane Baron - Sound Engineer

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Duane Baron has worked with a diverse range of artists and bands, showcasing his versatility and skill in capturing and enhancing the sound of their recordings. He has been involved in engineering and mixing albums across different genres, including rock, metal, and pop.

One notable collaboration in Duane Baron's career was his work on Mötley Crüe's album "Girls, Girls, Girls." Released in 1987, the album showcased a departure from the band's previous sound, incorporating a blues-influenced style. As the sound engineer for the project, Duane Baron played a crucial role in capturing the band's performance and bringing their vision to life.

While his work on "Girls, Girls, Girls" with Mötley Crüe gained recognition, Duane Baron has also lent his expertise to other notable acts. Some of his other engineering credits include albums by Ozzy Osbourne, Heart, and Alice Cooper, among others. Through his work, Duane Baron has contributed to shaping the sound and production quality of these artists' music.

Sound engineers like Duane Baron are responsible for capturing, manipulating, and mixing audio recordings to achieve the desired sound quality and artistic vision. They work closely with artists and producers to ensure that the recording process translates the musical performances into a cohesive and sonically pleasing final product.

Recording Location:

This album was recorded at: Conway Recording Studios, One on One Recording Studio

Photography:

Neil Zlozower - Photographer

  Neil Zlozower Neil Zlozower is an American photographer and music industry professional, best known for his work documenting the hard rock and heavy metal scenes of the 1970s and 1980s. He was born on 9 December 1949, in Los Angeles, California.

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 Zlozower started his photography career in the 1970s, working as a freelance photographer for various music industry magazines and record labels. Over the years, he has captured some of the most iconic images of some of the biggest and most influential musicians of the rock and metal worlds, including Mötley Crüe, Van Halen, Guns N' Roses, Slayer, and many more.

 Zlozower's work has been featured in numerous books, magazines, and exhibitions, and he continues to be one of the most respected and sought-after photographers in the music industry. In addition to his photography work, Zlozower has also been involved in various other aspects of the music business, including album design, marketing, and publicity. He is widely recognized as one of the key figures in the history of hard rock and heavy metal photography.

Annemaria DiSanto - Photographer

William Hames - Photographer

Sandra Johnson - Photographer

Front Cover model: Bambi

Back cover models: Mikki Shout, Lisa Buzelli, Cindy Rome , Candice Raquel


Musicians:

Bret Michaels - Vocals

C.C. Deville - Guitars

Bobby Dall - Bass Guitar

Rikki Rockett - Drums

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Love on the Rocks
  2. Nothin' but a good Time
  3. Back to the Rocking Horse
  4. Good Love
  5. Tearin' Down the Walls
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Look but you Can't Touch
  2. Fallen Angel
  3. Every Rose Has It'sThorn
  4. Your Mama Don't Dance
  5. Bad to be Good

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Half of the artwork on "Open Up and Say ... Ahh" has been censored by black painting-

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Four photos of the Poison band-members in action on the album back cover.

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Photos and lyrics on the printed on the original custom inner sleeve

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Photos and lyrics on the printed on the original custom inner sleeve

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Enigma Capitol 1C 064-7 48493 DMM , 1988 , Holland / Germany

This album was banned somehow because some retailers objected to this sleeve on the grounds that it was too "raunchy". Whether you're a fan of glam rock, heavy metal, or just good old-fashioned rock and roll, this album has something for everyone. It remains one of Poison's most enduring works, and a testament to the band's lasting legacy in the world of rock music.

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POISON - Open Up And Say Ah censored Album Cover
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Enigma Capitol 1C 064-7 48493 DMM , 1988 , Germany and Holland

The original album cover was banned somehow because some retailers objected to this sleeve on the grounds that it was too "raunchy". "Open Up and Say... Ahh!" is the second studio album by American glam metal band Poison, released in 1988 through the Enigma label. The album is widely considered a classic in the glam metal genre.

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