Public Image Limited - Metal Box Vinyl

Artist: Public Image Ltd. (PiL)
Title: Metal Box
Label: Virgin Records
Catalogue Number: METAL 1
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1979
Pressing Year: 1979 UK First Pressing
Format: 3 × 12" Vinyl Set (45 RPM) in Metal Film Canister
Speed: 45 RPM

Description

Metal Box is the second studio album by Public Image Ltd. and is widely regarded as one of the most influential post-punk albums ever recorded. Released in 1979, the album saw John Lydon, Jah Wobble and Keith Levene move far beyond the conventions of punk rock, creating a groundbreaking blend of dub, experimental rock, avant-garde music and post-punk. Featuring tracks such as "Albatross", "Poptones", "Careering" and "Death Disco" ("Swan Lake"), the album remains a landmark recording that continues to influence alternative music today.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing issued on Virgin Records under catalogue number METAL 1. The album was famously released as three 12-inch records housed inside a circular metal film canister embossed with the PiL logo. The innovative packaging gave the album its title and has become one of the most iconic presentations in vinyl history. First press copies include the original metal tin and protective dividers separating the records. Complete examples are highly sought after by collectors and are considered among the most important artefacts of the post-punk era.

Track Listing

Record One

Side A

Albatross

Side B

Memories

Record Two

Side C

Swan Lake (Death Disco)

Side D

Poptones
Careering

Record Three

Side E

Socialist
Graveyard
The Suit

Side F

Bad Baby
No Birds
Chant
Radio 4
Matrix / Runout

Disc 1: METAL 1 A / B
Disc 2: METAL 1 C / D
Disc 3: METAL 1 E / F

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Three 12" records played at 45 RPM
Original embossed metal film canister
Includes original paper separators
Virgin Records METAL 1
Features John Lydon, Jah Wobble and Keith Levene
Landmark post-punk release
One of the most iconic vinyl packages ever produced
Highly collectible complete first issue
Condition

Metal Tin: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Records: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Paper Separators: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both packaging and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective packaging to ensure safe arrival.