This is the Holland release of "Standing Hampton" the Sammy Hagar solo album, his first after moving from Capitol Records to Geffen. Five of its singles charted in either the mainstream rock or pop singles charts. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.
Trivia: Sammy has said that he was originally going to title this album "One Way To Rock". It was a British fan who told him of the term that came to be the title. In Cockney rhyming slang, a "Hampton" is a term for a penis. One that is "Standing", of course, would be a reference to an erection. This led to the album cover art that shows a gentleman greeting a woman in various states of undress.
Album Description & Collectors information: The 1981 Sammy Hagar "Standing Hampton" album is a classic rock masterpiece that has been adored by fans for over four decades. The album's sexy cover has become an iconic image that is still recognized by music lovers today.
The image on the album cover of "Standing Hampton" was designed by artist Richard Seireeni , and features a sultry, seductive atmosphere with the man and woman appearing in a suggestive pose. The image is framed by a blue background with the album title, "Standing Hampton," written in bold white letters at the top. One of the most interesting aspects of Standing Hampton is how it showcases Hagar's evolution as an artist. Prior to the album's release, Hagar was known primarily for his party-rock anthems. But Standing Hampton demonstrates that he was capable of much more than that. The album features a variety of musical styles, from the hard-hitting rock of "Heavy Metal" to the more laid-back grooves of "Piece of My Heart". The model sitting on a chair on the front cover of the 1981 Sammy Hagar album "Standing Hampton" is Patty McGuire. Patty McGuire was Playboy's Playmate of the Month in November 1976 and went on to become Playboy's Playmate of the Year in 1977. Her image was used for the album cover, adding to its provocative and eye-catching nature. This album "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL)" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos |
Music Genre: American Hard Rock, Heavy Metal |
Album Production Information: The album: "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton" was produced by: Keith Olsen Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Keith Olsen, Chris Minto This album was recorded at: Goodnight, LA Album cover design: Richard Seireeni Album cover photography: Moshe Brakha |
Record Label & Catalognr: Geffen Records GEF 85456 (GHS 2006) LC 7726 |
Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone RecordTotal Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: 1981 Made in Holland BIEM / Stemra |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL) |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL)" |
The detailed tracklist of this record "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL)" is:
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Inner Sleeve of "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL)" Album |
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Photo of "SAMMY HAGAR - Standing Hampton (NL)" Album's Inner Sleeve |
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Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. |
Geffen Records 924 144 / WX 114 , 1987 , EEC
This is the 1st Issue of SAMMY HAGAR later issues of this album have been renamed into "I Never Said Goodbye"
Self-Titled ( Not I Never Said Goodbye ) 12" Vinyl LPEast Memphis Music Corp / Time Music, Capitol 8511 , 1979 , USA
(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay is the song originally written by soul singer Otis Redding and guitarist Steve Cropper. This is Sammy Hagar's cover of this song
Sittin on the Dock of the Bay 12" Maxi-SingleGeffen Records GHS 2006 , 1981 , USA
Standing Hampton is the Sammy Hagar solo album, his first after moving from Capitol Records to Geffen. Five of its singles charted in either the mainstream rock or pop singles charts.
Standing Hampton ( USA ) 12" Vinyl LPGeffen Records GEF 85456 (GHS 2006) LC 7726 , 1981 , Holland
"Standing Hampton" is the Sammy Hagar solo album, his first after moving from Capitol Records to Geffen. Five of its singles charted in either the mainstream rock or pop singles charts.
Standing Hampton ( Holland ) 12" Vinyl LPGeffen Records GHS 24043 , 1984 , USA
VOA is the last solo album Sammy Hagar released before joining Van Halen. Around the same time Sammy Hagar joined Van Halen, guitarist Gary Pihl joined Boston. The title is a reference to the Voice of America broadcast network.
VOA 12" Vinyl LPGeffen Records GEF 25893 , 1984 , Holland
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Through The Fire 12" Vinyl LP