David Bowie - The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars RCA International Vinyl

Artist: David Bowie

Title: The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars

Label: RCA International

Catalogue Number: INTS 5063

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1972

Pressing Year: 1980 UK RCA International Reissue

Format: Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars is David Bowie's landmark fifth studio album and one of the most influential records ever released. Originally issued in 1972, the concept album tells the story of Ziggy Stardust, a flamboyant extraterrestrial rock star whose rise and fall transformed Bowie into an international icon. Featuring Mick Ronson's superb guitar work and Bowie's unforgettable songwriting, the album remains a cornerstone of glam rock.

Featuring timeless classics including Starman, Suffragette City, Moonage Daydream, Rock 'n' Roll Suicide and Ziggy Stardust, it is regarded as one of the greatest albums in popular music history.

Pressing Notes

This 1980 UK RCA International reissue, catalogue number INTS 5063, was pressed on the distinctive RCA International green label. Renowned for its excellent sound quality and outstanding value, this pressing has become a favourite amongst Bowie collectors. Many enthusiasts regard the RCA International editions as some of the finest analogue pressings produced, offering exceptional clarity and dynamic range. Complete, well-preserved copies continue to grow in popularity.

Track Listing

Side One

Five Years
Soul Love
Moonage Daydream
Starman
It Ain't Easy

Side Two

Lady Stardust
Star
Hang On To Yourself
Ziggy Stardust
Suffragette City
Rock 'n' Roll Suicide
Additional Information
1980 UK RCA International pressing
RCA International green label
Catalogue Number INTS 5063
33⅓ RPM vinyl LP
Produced by David Bowie and Ken Scott
Features Starman
Includes Moonage Daydream
Features Ziggy Stardust
Includes Suffragette City
Ends with Rock 'n' Roll Suicide
Highly regarded audiophile analogue pressing
Highly collectible UK reissue
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Inner Sleeve: 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 exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.

Good (G)

Visible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.

Shipping

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