Lana Del Rey - Did You Know There A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd Banned Sleeve SEALED Vinyl

Artist: Lana Del Rey

Title: Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd (Alternate Cover)

Label: Interscope Records / Polydor Records

Catalogue Number: 4859195

Country: Europe

Original Release Year: 2023

Pressing Year: 2023 Limited Edition Pressing

Format: 2 × Vinyl LP

Vinyl Colour: Translucent Green

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd is Lana Del Rey's ninth studio album, released in 2023 to widespread critical acclaim. Blending dream pop, orchestral pop, folk and Americana influences, the album features collaborations with Father John Misty, Bleachers, Jon Batisiste and Tommy Genesis. It received Grammy Award nominations for Album of the Year and Best Alternative Music Album, further cementing Lana Del Rey's reputation as one of the defining artists of her generation.

This highly sought-after alternate cover edition, commonly referred to by collectors as the "Banned Sleeve", features the original uncensored artwork that was replaced for the standard retail release. Produced in limited numbers, it has become one of the most desirable variants of the album.

Pressing Notes

Limited 2023 European pressing on Interscope Records / Polydor Records, catalogue number 4859195.

Pressed on translucent green double vinyl, this edition is housed in a deluxe gatefold sleeve featuring the alternate uncensored artwork. Although often nicknamed the "banned sleeve" by collectors, the artwork was not officially banned but was replaced for the standard edition. This variant sold out quickly and remains one of the most collectible modern Lana Del Rey releases.

Track Listing

Side One

The Grants
Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd
Sweet
A&W

Side Two

Judah Smith Interlude
Candy Necklace
Jon Batiste Interlude
Kintsugi

Side Three

Fingertips
Paris, Texas
Grandfather Please Stand On The Shoulders Of My Father While He's Deep-Sea Fishing
Let The Light In

Side Four

Margaret
Fishtail
Peppers
Taco Truck x VB
Additional Information
Limited 2023 European pressing
Interscope Records / Polydor Records
Catalogue Number 4859195
Double translucent green vinyl
Gatefold sleeve
Alternate uncensored artwork
Commonly known as the "Banned Sleeve" edition
Features A&W
Includes Candy Necklace
Features Paris, Texas
Includes Let The Light In
Grammy Award-nominated album
Highly collectible limited edition
Condition

Sleeve: MINT (M) 

Records: MINT (M)

Inner Sleeves: MINT (M)

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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