The Who - Tommy Laminated Sleeve and Numbered on Booklet Vinyl

Artist: The Who

Title: Tommy Vinyl

Label: Track Record

Catalogue Number: 613 013/4

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release: 1969

Pressing Year: 1969 (Early UK Pressing)

Description

Released in May 1969, Tommy is The Who's groundbreaking rock opera and one of the most influential concept albums ever recorded. Written primarily by Pete Townshend, the double album tells the story of Tommy Walker, a boy rendered "deaf, dumb and blind" following a traumatic childhood event who ultimately becomes an unlikely spiritual leader through his extraordinary ability as a pinball champion.

Musically, Tommy pushed the boundaries of what rock music could achieve, blending hard rock, acoustic folk, psychedelia and theatrical storytelling into a cohesive narrative that redefined the album format. Roger Daltrey delivers one of his finest vocal performances, while Pete Townshend's ambitious songwriting is complemented by John Entwistle's thunderous bass work and Keith Moon's explosive drumming.

The album features some of The Who's most enduring compositions including Pinball Wizard, I'm Free, See Me, Feel Me, Christmas, The Acid Queen, Amazing Journey and We're Not Gonna Take It. Its enormous success established The Who as one of Britain's premier rock bands and laid the foundation for future rock operas and concept albums.

Today, Tommy remains one of the defining recordings of classic rock and is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums ever produced.

Pressing Notes

Original UK Track Record double LP housed in the iconic gatefold sleeve designed by Mike McInnerney. This copy carries catalogue number 613 013/4 and features the original black Track Record labels.

Included is the original lyric booklet, which is individually numbered Limited Edition No. 4357, a desirable feature of early UK issues. Also present is the original Berkeley Records retailer sticker affixed to the rear sleeve, adding a nice piece of period provenance.

The records were manufactured by Polydor Records Ltd. in Great Britain and feature the original Track Record labels with catalogue number 613 013/4.

Track Listing

Record One – Side One

1. Overture
2. It's A Boy
3. 1921
4. Amazing Journey
5. Sparks
6. The Hawker
7. Christmas

Side Two

1. Cousin Kevin
2. The Acid Queen
3. Underture

Record Two – Side Three

1. Do You Think It's Alright?
2. Fiddle About
3. Pinball Wizard
4. There's A Doctor
5. Go To The Mirror!
6. Tommy Can You Hear Me?
7. Smash The Mirror
8. Sensation

Side Four

1. Miracle Cure
2. Sally Simpson
3. I'm Free
4. Welcome
5. Tommy's Holiday Camp
6. We're Not Gonna Take It

Matrix / Runout

Machine-stamped matrices consistent with an early UK Track Record pressing.

Additional Information

• Original UK Track Record double LP
• Catalogue Number: 613 013/4
• Manufactured by Polydor Records Ltd.
• Black Track Record labels
• Gatefold sleeve
• Includes original numbered lyric booklet (No. 4357)
• Original Berkeley Records retailer sticker on rear sleeve
• 2 × 33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP

Condition

Sleeve: VG+

Record 1: VG+

Record 2: VG+

Booklet: 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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