{"product_id":"sex-pistols-better-live-than-dead-japanese-press-vinyl","title":"Sex Pistols - Better Live Than Dead Japanese Press Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Sex Pistols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Better Live Than Dead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: VAP Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: 35161-25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release Year: 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Year: 1986 Japanese First Pressing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP + Bonus 7\" EP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed: 33⅓ RPM (LP) \/ 33⅓ RPM (7\" EP)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetter Live Than Dead captures the Sex Pistols in their raw, incendiary early days with a live performance recorded at Burton-on-Trent on 24 September 1976, shortly before the band signed with Virgin Records. The recording perfectly documents the band's chaotic energy and the birth of the UK punk movement, making it one of the most sought-after live Sex Pistols releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing explosive performances of Anarchy In The U.K., Pretty Vacant, No Feelings, Problems, Submission and Steppin' Stone, this Japanese edition is one of the most desirable versions of the recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1986 Japanese first pressing on VAP Records, catalogue number 35161-25. Limited to 10,000 copies, this edition was issued with an exclusive four-track bonus 7\" EP, obi strip, Japanese lyric\/insert and picture sleeve. The Japanese pressing is widely regarded as the definitive edition of Better Live Than Dead thanks to its superior pressing quality and exclusive packaging, making complete copies particularly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLP – Side One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLiar\u003cbr\u003e\nSubstitute\u003cbr\u003e\nNo Feelings\u003cbr\u003e\nNo Fun\u003cbr\u003e\nPretty Vacant\u003cbr\u003e\nProblems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLP – Side Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnarchy In The U.K.\u003cbr\u003e\nI Wanna Be Me\u003cbr\u003e\nI'm A Lazy Sod\u003cbr\u003e\nNew York\u003cbr\u003e\nDon't Give Me No Lip Child\u003cbr\u003e\n(I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone\u003cbr\u003e\nSubmission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBonus 7\" EP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSatellite\u003cbr\u003e\nSubstitute\u003cbr\u003e\nSteppin' Stone\u003cbr\u003e\nSubmission\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal 1986 Japanese first pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nVAP Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number 35161-25\u003cbr\u003e\nLimited to 10,000 copies\u003cbr\u003e\nLP with exclusive bonus 7\" EP\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal obi strip\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese insert with lyrics and notes\u003cbr\u003e\n33⅓ RPM\u003cbr\u003e\nLive recording from Burton-on-Trent, 24 September 1976\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Anarchy In The U.K.\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Pretty Vacant\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures No Feelings\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Submission\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible Japanese edition\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e7\" EP: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eObi: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInsert: 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 exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. Records are securely packaged in professional record mailers with protective stiffeners and dispatched via a fully tracked delivery service to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57377824637301,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/BA6C3F60-B129-4F63-BD6A-A8C24C5E4D0F.jpg?v=1784733493","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/sex-pistols-better-live-than-dead-japanese-press-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}