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This is the first pressing of the album "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" with the uncensored album cover Virgin Killer is the fourth studio album by the German heavy metal band Scorpions. It was released in 1976 and was the first album of the band to attract attention outside Europe. The title is described as being a reference to time as the killer of innocence, this is the original cover featured a nude prepubescent girl, which stirred controversy The 1976 LP album Scorpions' Virgin Killer is one of the most controversial albums in the history of music. The album's cover art was deemed obscene and caused a great deal of controversy, with many people arguing that it was inappropriate and offensive. Despite the controversy, the album was a commercial success and helped establish the Scorpions as one of the most important bands of the era. The Scorpions were a German hard rock band that formed in 1965. The band's early albums were heavily influenced by the blues, but they later developed a more hard rock sound. The band's breakthrough album was In Trance, which was released in 1975. The album was a commercial success and helped establish the Scorpions as one of the most important bands of the era. In 1976, the Scorpions released their fourth studio album, "Virgin Killer"". The album featured a controversial cover art, which depicted a young girl posing nude. The image was considered obscene by many people, and it caused a great deal of controversy. The controversy surrounding the cover art of "Virgin Killer" began shortly after the album's release. Many people were outraged by the image of the young girl, and they argued that it was inappropriate and offensive. Some people even went so far as to call for the album to be banned. The Scorpions defended the album's cover art, arguing that it was a statement against child abuse. They also pointed out that the image was not pornographic, but rather, it was a work of art. Despite their defense, the controversy continued to grow, and many radio stations refused to play the album. Despite the controversy, "Virgin Killer" was a commercial success. The album helped establish the Scorpions as one of the most important bands of the era, and it paved the way for their future success. The controversy surrounding the album also helped to draw attention to the issue of child abuse, and it sparked a discussion about the role of art in society. |
Music Genre: German Hard Rock, Heavy Metal |
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The album: "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" was produced by: Dieter Dierks Dieter Dierks, a renowned German record producer and sound engineer, shaped the careers of iconic bands like the Scorpions and Accept. His innovative studio in Stommeln became the hub for ‘Krautrock’ and hard rock in the 1970s and 80s. Learn more about his remarkable contributions in this
Dieter Dierks biography
This album was recorded on 32 tracks at Dierks Studios Cologne. "Dieter Dierks Studios" is a legendary German recording facility known for shaping the sound of iconic rock bands like the Scorpions. Founded by visionary producer Dieter Dierks, it's a place where rock history was made and continues to be created. Learn more Album cover design: Stefan Boehle Album cover photography: Michael von Gimbut Michael von Gimbut a German photographer who has taken photographs of bands like: Can, Michael Chapman, Scorpions, Supermax, Udo Lindenberg and many others. Some of his works has been used on album covers. Most notably the controversial album covers of "In Trance" and "Virgin Killer" by the Scorpions |
Record Label & Catalognr: RCA Victor PPL1-4225 |
Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: 1976 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" |
The detailed tracklist of this record "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" is:
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High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" |
This is the cover of the Scorpions’ Virgin Killer album, released in 1976. The artwork became highly controversial due to its provocative depiction, which features a young girl posed nude with a cracked glass effect superimposed over the image. The cover was widely criticized and banned in many regions for its inappropriate content. As a result of the backlash, alternate album covers were produced in later editions, often featuring the band members instead. Despite the controversy, Virgin Killer remains an iconic release in the Scorpions’ discography, showcasing their evolution into a more hard rock and heavy metal sound. The album includes tracks like ‘Pictured Life’ and the title track ‘Virgin Killer,’ which helped establish the band internationally. |
Album Back Cover Photo of "SCORPIONS - Virgin Killer Uncensored First German pressing" |
The back cover of the Scorpions’ Virgin Killer album features a group photo of the band members posing dynamically. The image reflects a vibrant and rebellious energy, characteristic of their hard rock persona. Each member is styled in 1970s rock fashion, including long hair, leather, denim, and bold accessories, giving the cover a raw, edgy feel. The design complements the album’s tone and showcases the band during their early international rise. The RCA logo and album credits are prominently displayed alongside the band photo, reinforcing the era’s classic vinyl album aesthetic.
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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. |
