LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti - 12" 2LP ALBUM VINYL

- 1975 German Release

Collector's notes for LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti ( detailed background information on the persons working on this album)

This LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti can be identified / distinguished by the following attributes :

Album Front Cover Details:

Packaging:

• This double LP is packed in an album cover with die-cut "windows" showing people's portraits. It includes the two original custom inner sleeves (OIS) as well as the double page (poster-like) insert with tracklistings and production detailed information.
• This album cover is a top-loader, that is the opening for inserting the lp's in on the top (not on the side)

How can the album cover be distinguished from other versions of this album

• The band-name "Led Zeppelin" is printed on the front cover, near the top-center.
• There is no album-title printed on the front cover.
• There is no catalognr on the front cover.

Album Back Cover Details:

How does the album back cover be different from other versions

• There is NO bar-code on the album back cover.
• Near the top-center is the "Swan Song" branding
• Below the branding is the text:

SWAN SONG RECORDS / 484 KINGS ROAD, LONDON SW 10
Distributed by WEA Musik Gmbh (W) A Warner Communications Company, Made in Germany

• There is no catalognr on the back cover

This album comes with the original custom inner sleeves

This album includes the original poster-like insert with track-listings and production information details.

Album Record Label Details:

Record label information:

• The artwork on the record label shows an angel
• Near the top center of the record label is the "Swan Song" branding.
• There are NO label codes on the labels.
• The Rights Society "GEMA" boxed is left below the spindle hole.
• The catalognr on the record label is "SSK 89 400 (O)" with "(89 400 A) right below it.
• Near the bottom center of the record label there is:
• (P) 1975
• Swan Song Records
  
• The rim-text runs from 9 o'clock to 3 o'clock and in printed in English and one of the lines ends with "MADE IN GERMANY"

Matrix and run-out code

Side A: (Etched) WEA (stamped) SSK-89400-A/1 Manufactured in Germany

Side B (Etched) SSK 89400-B/2 (Stamped) Manufactured in Germany

Side C: (Etched) WEA (stamped) SSK-89400-C Manufactured in Germany

Side D: (Stamped) WEA SSK-89400-D Manufactured in Germany

Trivia:

The building featured on the front cover of Led Zeppelin's "Physical Graffiti" is located at 96 and 98 St. Mark's Place in New York City. The intricate details of the building, including its unique windows, were captured in the album's cover art. This iconic structure became synonymous with the album, contributing to the visual appeal and mystique of "Physical Graffiti."

The building featured on the front cover of Led Zeppelin's "Physical Graffiti" is located at 96 and 98 St. Mark's Place in New York City. The intricate details of the building, including its unique windows, were captured in the album's cover art. This iconic structure became synonymous with the album, contributing to the visual appeal and mystique of "Physical Graffiti."

Today this is known as the "Led Zeppelin House" and has become a tourist attraction. View on Google Maps

Music Genre:

The album: "LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti " was produced by: Jimmy Page and Peter Grant

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Ron Nevison

Sound mix: Keith Harwood at Olympia Studios, London.

This album was recorded at: Headley Grange, Hampshire, England during January and February 1974

Album cover design: Peter Corriston

Album cover photography: Elliot Erwitt, B.P. Fallen, Roy Harper Window Illustration Dave Hefferman.

Record Label & Catalognr:

Swan Song Records SSK 89 400 (O) (89400)  

Notice that the catalognr has "(O)" following it.

Packaging:

Die-cut cover design, This double LP album includes the original thick paper custom inner sleeves with artwork and photos.

Media Format:

Year & Country:

Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti

Band-members, Musicians and Performers
• Jimmy Page - Guitars
  Jimmy Page, born January 9, 1944, is a legendary guitarist and the mastermind behind Led Zeppelin’s groundbreaking sound. Throughout the 1970s, his innovative riffs, masterful production, and electrifying live performances helped shape rock history. After Zeppelin disbanded in 1980, Page explored new projects, including The Firm and collaborations with artists like Paul Rodgers. His work in the ’80s kept his influence alive, cementing his status as a rock icon. Explore his innovative techniques, iconic riffs, and musical genius.
• Robert Plant - Lead Vocals
  Robert Plant, born August 20, 1948, is an English rock singer best known as Led Zeppelin’s iconic frontman. His soaring vocals and electrifying stage presence helped define hard rock and heavy metal. After Zeppelin disbanded in 1980, Plant pursued a diverse solo career, blending blues, folk, world music, and Americana. His relentless musical evolution cements his legacy as a rock pioneer who continues to push creative boundaries. Uncover the secrets of Robert Plant's legacy.
• John Bonham - Drums
  John Bonham, born May 31, 1948, was Led Zeppelin’s powerhouse drummer, renowned for his thunderous sound, speed, and groove. His playing defined rock drumming in the 1970s, with tracks like Moby Dick and When the Levee Breaks showcasing his unmatched technique. His explosive energy and innovative style made him irreplaceable. Tragically, his death in 1980 led to Zeppelin’s breakup, but his legacy as one of rock’s greatest drummers endures. Explore his powerful style, innovative techniques, and lasting impact on rock music.
• John Paul Jones - Bass, Keyboards
  John Paul Jones, born January 3, 1946, was the versatile bassist and keyboardist of Led Zeppelin, whose musicianship shaped the band’s dynamic sound. Throughout the 1970s, his innovative basslines, orchestral arrangements, and multi-instrumental skills added depth to classics like Ramble On and No Quarter. After Zeppelin disbanded in 1980, he pursued production, film scores, and collaborations, cementing his legacy as a rock and musical innovator. Witness his evolution beyond rock and roll through innovative collaborations and groundbreaking solo ventures.
• Ian Stewart - Piano
  Ian Stewart- Piano (full-name: Ian Andrew Robert Stewart, co-founder of the Rolling Stones and active band-member until 1963. Later he became their road-manager and guest musician on piano, organ, marimba and percussion and has been performed with many other bands including George Thorogood, Led Zeppelin and others)
• Mrs Valens

Complete Track-listing of the album "LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti"

The detailed tracklist of this record "LED ZEPPELIN - Physical Graffiti" is:

Side One:
1. Custard Pie
2. The Rover
3. In my time of Dying

Side Two:
1. Houses of the Holy
2. Trampled under Foot
3. Kashmir

Side Three:
1. In The Light
2. Bron-Yr Aur
3. Down by the Seaside
4. Ten Years Gone

Side Four:
1. Night Flight
2. The Wanton Song
3. Boogie with Stu
4. Black Country Woman
5. Sick Again