Queen - Sheer Heart Attack Vinyl

Artist: Queen

Title: Sheer Heart Attack

Label: EMI Records

Catalogue Number: EMC 3061

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1974

Pressing Year: 1974 UK Original First Pressing

Format: Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Sheer Heart Attack is the third studio album by Queen, released in 1974 and widely regarded as the record that propelled the band to international success. Expanding on the hard rock sound of their first two albums, Queen embraced glam rock, progressive rock, heavy metal and music hall influences, showcasing the extraordinary songwriting talents of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon.

The album features the breakthrough hit Killer Queen, alongside classics including Now I'm Here, Stone Cold Crazy, Brighton Rock, Flick Of The Wrist, Tenement Funster and In The Lap Of The Gods... Revisited. A landmark release in Queen's catalogue, Sheer Heart Attack remains one of the band's most celebrated albums.

Pressing Notes

Original 1974 UK first pressing on EMI Records, catalogue number EMC 3061.

Early UK copies were manufactured with the EMI 'Gramophone Co. Ltd.' rim text labels and issued in a fully laminated Garrod & Lofthouse gatefold sleeve with the original lyric inner sleeve. Renowned for their powerful analogue sound and dynamic presentation, first UK pressings are highly sought after by Queen collectors.

Track Listing

Side One

Brighton Rock
Killer Queen
Tenement Funster
Flick Of The Wrist
Lily Of The Valley
Now I'm Here

Side Two

In The Lap Of The Gods
Stone Cold Crazy
Dear Friends
Misfire
Bring Back That Leroy Brown
She Makes Me (Stormtrooper In Stilettos)
In The Lap Of The Gods... Revisited
Additional Information
Original 1974 UK first pressing
EMI Records
Catalogue Number EMC 3061
33⅓ RPM vinyl LP
Fully laminated Garrod & Lofthouse gatefold sleeve
Original lyric inner sleeve
Features Killer Queen
Includes Now I'm Here
Features Stone Cold Crazy
Includes Brighton Rock
Classic Queen album
Highly collectible original UK pressing
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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