{"product_id":"public-image-limited-metal-box-vinyl","title":"Public Image Limited - Metal Box Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Public Image Ltd. (PiL)\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: Metal Box\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Virgin Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: METAL 1\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Release Year: 1979\u003cbr\u003e\nPressing Year: 1979 UK First Pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: 3 × 12\" Vinyl Set (45 RPM) in Metal Film Canister\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeed: 45 RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMetal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlbatross\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMemories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwan Lake (Death Disco)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoptones\u003cbr\u003e\nCareering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord Three\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSocialist\u003cbr\u003e\nGraveyard\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Suit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBad Baby\u003cbr\u003e\nNo Birds\u003cbr\u003e\nChant\u003cbr\u003e\nRadio 4\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisc 1: METAL 1 A \/ B\u003cbr\u003e\nDisc 2: METAL 1 C \/ D\u003cbr\u003e\nDisc 3: METAL 1 E \/ F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK first pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nThree 12\" records played at 45 RPM\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal embossed metal film canister\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes original paper separators\u003cbr\u003e\nVirgin Records METAL 1\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures John Lydon, Jah Wobble and Keith Levene\u003cbr\u003e\nLandmark post-punk release\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the most iconic vinyl packages ever produced\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible complete first issue\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMetal Tin: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nRecords: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nPaper Separators: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective packaging to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57308764307829,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/48AD3A49-E304-4E84-9E63-72ABEBE80FE0.jpg?v=1782126510","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/public-image-limited-metal-box-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}