Gene Vincent And His Blue Caps - Blue Jean Bop! vinyl

Artist: Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps

Title: Bluejean Bop!

Label: Capitol Records

Catalogue Number: T 764

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1956

Pressing Year: 1956 UK Original Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Bluejean Bop! is the debut studio album by Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps and one of the defining records of the rockabilly era. Released in 1956 at the dawn of rock 'n' roll, the album perfectly captures Gene Vincent's raw vocal style alongside the pioneering guitar work of Cliff Gallup, whose influence can be heard throughout generations of rock guitarists. The album remains a cornerstone of early rock 'n' roll and an essential piece of music history.

Featuring the classic tracks Bluejean Bop, Who Slapped John?, Jezebel, Bop Street and Jump Back, Honey, Jump Back, this groundbreaking debut is regarded as one of the finest rockabilly albums ever recorded.

Pressing Notes

Original 1956 UK first pressing on Capitol Records, catalogue number T 764. Issued in the original laminated flipback sleeve with Capitol's classic turquoise label design, first pressings were manufactured in relatively small numbers during the infancy of the LP format. Genuine UK originals are exceptionally scarce today and remain among the most desirable rock 'n' roll collectables of the 1950s.

Track Listing
Side One
Bluejean Bop
Jezebel
Who Slapped John?
Ain't She Sweet
I Flipped
Waltz Of The Wind
Side Two
Jump Back, Honey, Jump Back
Wedding Bells (Are Breaking Up That Old Gang Of Mine)
Jumps, Giggles And Shouts
Up A Lazy River
Bop Street
Peg O' My Heart
Additional Information
Original 1956 UK First Pressing
Capitol Records
Catalogue Number: T 764
Laminated Flipback Sleeve
Original Capitol Inner Sleeve
33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP
Produced by Ken Nelson
Features legendary guitarist Cliff Gallup
Includes Bluejean Bop, Who Slapped John?, Jezebel, Bop Street and Jump Back, Honey, Jump Back
One of the earliest and most influential rock 'n' roll albums ever released
Original UK pressings are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and historical importance.
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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