The iconic British rock group, formed in 1960, is one of the most influential rock bands of all time and has inspired generations of musicians. flap at all, but they still have the glossy back cover slick as well as high Although color shades do vary on originals, the printing of the photo Our auction results for SR-1062 were last updated on 2018-03-11. So if you're looking for AUTHENTIC versions of this, and other RARE vinyls, or a source for any BEATLES Vinyl Records or CDs, then shop with us here at THE, Only under certain circumstances will we accept, they are too easy to copy. "SONGS, PICTURES & STORIES" Stereo LP w/City (Vee Jay) 32.) "I'LL GET YOU" One-Sided Promo 45 (Swan) 19.) New Guide numbering system: M = mono, S = stereo, C = cover, R = record (disc)On the first example below, VJ 1062 (1).MC1 would read as: "VJ 1062, version (1), mono cover, variation 1". [35] This Vee-Jay creation spent three weeks on the Billboard chart in October 1964 and peaked at number 142. Capitol. on the track list), the counterfeiter listed P.S. The Beatles is the first studio album released by the English rock band the Beatles in the United States. 2 where it remained for nine consecutive weeks. Only a few mono copies of the album were ever made in the United Kingdom, and only special orders were given. ALL ITEMS ARE PROFESSIONALLY PACKAGED! "BEATLES SECOND ALBUM" Open-End Interview Compact 33 (Capitol) 26.) including Introducing the Beatles, have been counterfeited -numerous times and It was released as a LP (12") and appeared on the Vee Jay record label. on the intro. Also factored in is the physical and visual examination of play surfaces, labels, outer jacket and the inner sleeve (where applicable) and in most cases when there is obvious issues to the naked eye which would most certainly affect play. published cat.number:Vee Jay SR-1062alternative cat.number:Vee Jay SR1062, Date released: 1964-01-10Country released: USARelease type: LP (12"), last updated: 2018-03-11719 auction(s)202 sale(s)popularity: 28%$ 1726.99 max value$ 0.99 min value$ 80.15 avg value. How to tell "introducing the beatles" is real of fake? Introducing The Beatles 1960's LP Album Vee Jay 1092 Counterfeit Early Fake VG+ Favourite Auctions . We have thousands of items too numerous to list, therefore .. . the cover has some ring wear and the number 21 written on the top left corner, as pictured above; no major wear to cover. shadow to George's right is missing. However, with the proliferation of bootlegs, fakes and covers, it can be difficult to assess the authenticity of a Beatles recording. Find out the value of a Vinyl Record, CD, or Cassette, etc. The best auction result was $1726.99 On average $80.15 was the price paid for this record. The latter album, however, entered the U.S. album chart one week before the former. [25] The rereleased single "Please Please Me" rose to number three on the Hot 100, Cash Box and Record World. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE! probably counterfeits. Beatles, The Introducing.The Beatles Mono Rare Original Monarch. Please remember this when buying and always ask questions prior to finalizing any purchase. The "YESTERDAY & TODAY" Stereo or Mono 1st State BUTCHER COVER LP (Capitol) 12.) - fakes Parts of our site will not function correctly without them. Introducing The Beatles from Vee Jay Records SR-1062 "Fake" 2012-01-04 0: USD 9.99: auction1670: THE BEATLES -LP- "INTRODUCING." G / VG VEE-JAY SR . [3] On 24 July 2014 the album was certified gold and platinum by the RIAA. We don't play test every vinyl since we have tens of thousands of vinyl records in stock, making it impossible to play each of them. The most important thing to remember when comparing authentic and counterfeit copies is to distinguish between them. "WQAM-560-MIAMI" Radio Exclusive (WQAM Radio) 23.) Parts of our site will not function correctly without them. It not only marks a significant victory for the seller, but it also demonstrates how popular The Beatles have remained despite their formation more than 50 years ago. The Beatles. Introducing The Beatles Vee Jay SR1062 Stereophonic cover colored label. The This check can only be made by viewing the When this is not possible, use the By following these steps, you can ensure that you are introducing a genuine Beatles song to your listeners and avoid any unfortunate surprises. stereo copies of Introducing the Beatles were packaged in As is the case with every one of the afore mentioned items each time we have offered any of them (when available), people have made offers, but in many cases they were never serious or offers weren't close to being reasonable or reflective of real market value. characteristics found on COUNTERFEIT DISCS: Some of the more common United States. Start date 06 Dec 2018. The Beatles' recently fetched $14,999 in an eBay auction. (Source: WhatSellsBest.com) - This rare record album, 'Introducing. Their groundbreaking approach to songwriting and production helped them become one of the most influential bands of all time. is no spine printing and because the photo was enlarged, part of the "S" "INTRODUCING THE BEATLES" Stereo AD BACK LP (Vee Jay) 6.) way to help determine originality. England's Greatest Recording Stars: The Beatles and Frank Ifield on Stage issued on 26 February, containing the Beatles tracks "Please Please Me", "From Me to You", "Ask Me Why" and "Thank You Girl" from the 1963 singles and Introducing, and other tracks from Frank Ifield. "From Me To You" (in place of "Anna"), "Love Me Do" (in place of "Ask Me Why") and "P.S I Love You", which opens side 2 rather than "Please Please Me" (The song is rather placed on side 1, track 3).[38]. Counterfeits have some significant differences from the commercial issue. image lacks the detail of an original. If youre thinking of introducing the Beatles to a new generation of music fans, you may be wondering how to tell if the music is real or not. Exploring The Parallels Between Two Music Icons. An original copy of The Beatles self-titled debut album, popularly known as the White Album, is one of the most sought-after items in the collectible music market. "HEAR THE BEATLES Tell ALL" PROMO LP (Vee Jay) 2.) The Beatles' recording contract that began May 1962 with Parlophone in the United Kingdom gave the parent corporation EMI rights to offer any of the group's recordings to the various labels EMI owned in many countries of the world. [38] These counterfeits often omit "Stories" from the album title, since they are circulated without the gatefold cover and the text inside, renaming it Songs and Pictures of the Fabulous Beatles. To see what style Vee-Jay label was issued with various albums, go to the "Disc Labels & Company 45 Sleeves" in the main menu. In particular, the Beatles first album, Please Please Me, released in 1963, is highly sought after and can fetch a high price. Production & Vendor issues were his areas of knowledge and expertise that he was personally involved with on a daily basis during the "BEATLES" era. The Beatles Please Please Me album is a collectors item, especially for those who have a good sound system. Additionally, original copies of the singles and EPs released by the band during their career can also be valued at hundreds of dollars each. Search within our Price Guide of Sold Auctions. An interesting counterfeit. [citation needed]. Not in the greatest shape but with some tlc should play pretty fine. We point out that "THE BEATLES" are in a category of their own and in cases with many of their extremely rare items, we've sold some of their records even when they did have surface issues, however their value in any condition made these specific items retain certain value and collectability and a buyer would be made aware of it before we would ever sell it. Indentifying and Pricing VJLP-1062. The Beatles in one pocket of the gatefold cover and Golden Hits of the Four Seasons (VJLP 1065) in the other. [6], Originally, Vee-Jay considered releasing the Please Please Me LP unaltered, as it appeared in the UK. a few, "STEREOPHONIC" is printed in the upper right corner but never below [38], There are also known fake versions of Songs, Pictures, and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles. Despite this, the back of the cover was not properly prepared. At this point in time there are probably less than a dozen known copies of this, was being sued at the time requiring them to cease all marketing of this album due, publishing rights violations primarily surrounding 2 songs, However they had already pressed a number of vinyls, so they basically tried to, that they actually continued to sell this album, but in different covers, since they could no longer use it. The 1964 album, featuring the songs 'Love Me Do & P.S. The Beatles, even if it meant legal trouble in the future. However there, buying when you make your purchase. They used full-color reproductions of other albums to solve the issue after it became apparent that a temporary fix was required. I am very courious to something and was hoping some of you hard core Beatles fans could help me out. "THE BEATLES & FRANK IFIELD" Stereo or Mono Portrait Cover (Vee Jay) 9.) the spindle hole directly beneath the title on genuine records. be a great addition to anyone's existing collection! April 8, 2007 12:37am CST. "MEET THE BEATLES" Open-End Interview Compact 33 (Capitol) 28.) Originally scheduled for a July 1963 release, the LP came out on 10 January 1964, on Vee-Jay Records, ten days before Capitol's Meet the Beatles!.The latter album, however, entered the U.S. album chart one week before the former. [18] Following that, the single "I Want to Hold Your Hand" was rush released on 26 December. Knowing how to spot an original is one of the best weapons against getting stuck with a pretender. The copy I show in this video, which was given to me by my parents, is evidence of the sloppiness of Vee-Jay's releases, in that 2 songs listed on the back cover of the album do not match those on the record itself! So quick story time, looking through local dollar bins and came across a copy of introducing the beatles. A genuine was January 10, 1964 . following checklist to make a determination regarding authenticity. Depending on its condition and other factors, an original copy of the album can be valued at anywhere from $300 to $3000 or more. A LITTLE INFO ON THE "VERSION 1" STEREO COLUMN BACK LP, WE NEVER SELL FAKES, so BUY WITH CONFIDENCE ! "ASK ME WHY" PROMO Black & White Sleeve (Vee Jay) 4.) 1 to 23 of 23 items found for Introducing The Beatles Counterfeit . 1 for eleven consecutive weeks, IntroducingThe Beatles stalled at No. The face colors in this fake almost match And, as you can imagine, much research has been done online about this. . All of these were available on the market within days of the 10 January release date. The Beatles music can be regarded as a timeless classic, and the songs they composed will be remembered for generations to come. The Beatles: Introducing The Beatles w/Ad Back-NEAR MINT, Beatles Record 2 Albums Revolver & 1964 Introducing The Beatles Vee Jay SR 1062, Introducing The Beatles Stereophonic SR 1062 Blank Back LP Sleeve Only, INTRODUCING " THE BEATLES "==VEE-JAY=SR-1062===G / VG, Introducing THE BEATLES (Vee Jay SR 1062) Ad Back Stereo Rarest NM Cover Only, Introducing the Beatles Version 1 Stereo Red Oval VJ titles on the back, THE BEATLES, INTRODUCING THE BEATLES (VEE-JAY STEREO BLANK BACK SR 1062 VG+/VG+), RARE STEREO Version1 "Introducing The Beatles" SR1062 VJLP OVAL VEE JAY, THE BEATLES MASSIVE RECORD / VINYL COLLECTION OF LP'S-LISTED, INTRODUCING THE BEATLES SR 1062 RECORD STEREOPHONIC USED COLLECTIBLE. Last updated:Fri, 31 Jan 20 Running on eBay:2085 auctions are openCompleted:54225 auctions endedSold:24502 ended in a saleAverage record value:$ 85.77 avg valueMaximum record value:$ 12626.16 max value. ^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. The real identifier is the colorband - the $238.00 $ 238. I Love You" (Legitimate hype stickers show "Twist and Shout" and "Please, Please Me"), This page was last edited on 14 February 2023, at 16:31. Non-investment-minded . The Beatles on the label. End date 26 Jan 2019. What are the worth of the second The Beatles album? In fact, Ed was aware of the Beatles in advance. The Beatles had been released with the two songs on them, with only 2,000 or so in stereo. click here: Magical Mystery Tour Capitol (S)MAL-2835. "WMCA GOOD GUYS" Promo Picture Sleeve (Capitol) 20.) Also, many mono discs were incorrectly issued from the factory with stereo labels, so check the trail-off area for an "S" suffix to the master number, and/or play the record for stereo vs. mono sound. Vee Jay packaged the early singles as 'Introducing the Beatles', their first U.S. LP. Small "the". All vinyl records are sold on the basis of their collectibility, rarity, scarcity, with special consideration in some cases given specifically to whom the artist happens to be. Vee Jay packaged the early singles as 'Introducing the Beatles', their first U.S. LP. [20] This cover is known by collectors as the "Ad Back" version and is highly sought. gray or tan cardboard, with the printed front and back slicks bonded on them. So please let us know. BTW, there are two dozen VEE JAY variations of this album. There was a last-minute bid of $14,999, which was accepted. 12" Single, Reissued . Introducing the Beatles was released on the small Vee Jay label in January, 1964 and due to legal action, was out of print by October of that year. [33] Songs, Pictures and Stories was released either in late July 1964[33] or 12 October 1964,[34] with the latter the more likely date, because it entered the Billboard album chart on 31 October. the background color. We have found, like with other records, that discs and jackets get mixed up, intentional or otherwise. eBay. "YESTERDAY & TODAY" Several Prototype Covers (Capitol) 33.) the original ad sleeve is included, and the vinyl is kept in an anti static sleeve. Originals The answer seems to be that it was pressed in several limited variations by Vee-Jay records. affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network, and All original covers we have seen have a 1/4" overlap of cardboard at the "MEET THE BEATLES" Compact 33 (Capitol) 27.) The record was published with catalogue number Vee Jay SR-1062. Finally, third editions contain Vee-Jay's official back cover, with Introducing The Beatles near the top and the song titles in two columns underneath. The auction concluded on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 5:08 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. "WHITE ALBUM" Stereo / # Less than 34 (Apple) 18.) The Beatles and Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles remained on the Billboard LP chart until 9 January 1965.[36]. Vinyl: Beatles LP "INTRODUCING THE BEATLES" Authentic Stereo Ad Back - NM. The Beatles was frequently counterfeited. Before determining the value of your copy of Introducing The Beatles, you might have to go through a dozen or more questions. "HEY JUDE / BEATLES AGAIN" (3) Prototype Cover Designs (Apple) 13.) Part 1. Parts of our site will not function correctly without them. Regarding our specific expertise with respect to "Vee Jay" , our owner was fortunate enough to have had a relative who was personal friends of both Vivian Carter and her husband Jimmy Bracken (original "Vee Jay" owners) . value: $750. On July 22, 1963, Vee Jay Records released what was the first Beatles' album in America. The record has two things which aren't genuine. [5] As part of that agreement, even after its singles releases of "Please Please Me" and "From Me to You" failed to chart above No. Both \"Love Me Do\" and \"PS I Love You\" are listed on the back, but are not on the record. England's Greatest Recording Stars: The Beatles and Frank Ifield on Stage, "IntroducingThe Beatles The Beatles | Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards", "The Beatles Chart History (Billboard 200)", "American album certifications The Beatles Introducing The Beatles", Recording Industry Association of America, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Introducing_The_Beatles&oldid=1139338198, "Baby It's You" (Burt Bacharach, Mack David, Barney Williams), "A Taste of Honey" (Ric Marlow, Bobby Scott), "Twist and Shout" (Phil Medley, Bert Russell), Labels with the title of the album and the group's name separated by the center spindle hole (as shown in the photo to the right), Labels with color bands that are off-center and/or missing the color green (as shown in the photo to the right), Labels with large white "brackets" (no color band), Hype stickers that read "Featuring Twist and Shout" and "P.S. "MEET THE BEATLES" Promo Mono LP (Capitol) 30.) "A HARD DAY'S NIGHT" Promo LP (United Artists) 16.) It is the most frequently asked about LP on the internet, and probably causes the most confusion for collectors of any Beatles album ever released. Seller Id TyHbzf-eumDA. Additionally, his MEDICAL BILLS not covered by health insurance. All of our items are posted in super strong packaging to ensure that your item arrives safety and in perfect condition. This company printed up the first 6000 front slicks and back liner notes. "A HARD DAY'S NIGHT" Stereo PINK Vinyl LP (United Artists) 17.) "SAVAGE YOUNG BEATLES" Yellow Label (Savage) 31.) This article will provide some tips on how to tell if introducing the Beatles is real, including looking for the correct labels, checking for signs of authenticity, and considering the production date. I absolutely love the music on it, as well as the cover. A surviving acetate made by Universal Recording Corporation of Chicago, probably in May 1963, contains all 14 songs in the same order as on the UK album, with the title still listed as Please Please Me. On all Introducing The Beatles . Although neither album contained any new music, both of them made the Billboard album charts. This Reference Guide was made to help both the novice and the experienced collector identify and authenticate copies of Introducing The Beatles, including both real and counterfeit issues, and to determine their rarity and value. "Disc Labels & Company 45 Sleeves" in the main menu. Completists and investors will undoubtedly want to own any and all versions of INTRODUCING THE BEATLES as well as various pressings of its CAPITOL equivalent, THE EARLY BEATLES. have very slight but noticeable color separation on the borders of the This pressing was released in The United States. be correct for a mono copy). Out of the ordinary realm in Introducing The Beatles counterfeits. Any By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Vee-Jay's financial problems forced it to take care of its most pressing debt first. The song appeared in the US on both the Vee-Jay album as well as Capitol's Meet The Beatles! Later, in the summer of 1964, Capitol would release Something New in the United States with five songs that had already appeared on the American A Hard Day's Night soundtrack album released by United Artists Records about one month earlier. So when you think that the price listed might be higher than you think it should be, please keep all these added costs in mind. Given that it's simply a collection of some early Beatles pop hits, what makes it so rare? Many original . These 6000 are the only cover slicks that say "Printed in U.S.A" on the front cover, vertically from the bottom left corner along the spine. In order to even locate some of these items, you would have to be at the right place at the right time since they are undoubtedly a part of someone's collection at this point. Ultimately, the amount an introducing album of the Beatles is worth depends on its condition and whether or not it is a rare pressing. [20] Also in January, "Please Please Me" was reissued as a single, this time with "From Me to You" as the B-side. During the second half of 1963 it was the only Beatles material available in America, and sold incredibly well; by 1964 a court awarded the rights to all Beatles recordings to EMI/Capitol, and the record went out of print, only to become one of the most counterfeited albums in music history. The Beatles Introducing The Beatles Vjlp 1062 Authentic Vinyl LP Vj. "FROM ME TO YOU / THANK YOU GIRL" Stock or Promo 45 VJ-522 (Vee Jay) 15.) With so many different bogus copies floating around, perhaps we should Did you conclude it's a fake? A picture of it would be very nice, and could help us with it. These two albums marked the only time that two different Beatles' albums, each from a different record label, were released in the same month with one song appearing on both albums. this has been researched and found to be original, it has been playtested and does have some visual defects, however there are no skips or major pops and it does play well. What is counterfeit history? This LP. Because the Beatles and Ifield were low priorities, the label chose not to report royalties on their sales. End price 810.00 USD. mono sleeves. 00 $. [24] This success inspired a host of other Vee-Jay releases. The Reference Guide was created to assist both novice and expert collectors in identifying and authenticating copies. The disc labels are black and silver with no color band. This would be a part of the item's description (however unless item is of extreme rarity and does have value regardless of it's condition) , we try to avoid ever selling severely damaged records. . Some of the more common variations include Nearly all fakes claim to be in stereo (though the actual sound of the record is often in mono). "Love Me Do"/"P.S. in a serif font. This album was one of the first Beatles albums released in the United States. Any help? This record was release on 1964-01-10. There is a rare non-gatefold fake of this LP. This eccentric LP The Beatles was available, it sold approximately 1,300,000 mono copies and approximately 41,000 stereo copies. font, text location, and logo are identical to an original but not as sharp. Unable to endure costly legal battles, Vee-Jay reached a Another interesting thing about this record is the fact that it was heavily counterfeited as time went on, so determining the legitimacy and value of this record is often a challenge. in "THE BEATLES" is trimmed away. A: The Color Band is thin. Maybe it is a real cover with a fake disc. LP. click here: Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles Vee-Jay VJ 1092/VJS 1092. click here: Hear the Beatles Tell All (includes a description of the legitimate 1979 reissue) Vee-Jay PRO-202. WE WELCOME ALL INQUIRIES! NOTE: Contrary to popular misguided belief, these LPs were NEVER RELEASED in 1 963. Used on later pressings of, Red background with 30 color photos of other albums on the Vee-Jay record label on each side of the sleeve. "LP/M" refers to the words "LONGPLAYING" and "MICROGROOVE", which appear on some of the labels. The sleeve cover was designed by an unknown artist. It was released in two versions; the monaural (#VJLP1062) and in stereo (#SR1062), and is today one of the most valuable of all The Beatles' albums, and one of the most counterfeited. Vinyl: The Beatles - Introducing The Beatles - VJLP-1062 authentic vinyl LP VJ bracket . ships priority mail with insurance free of charge, USA only. The Beatles was released, Vee-Jay was served with a restraining order stopping further distribution. I've never heard of a blank back counterfeit. Never seen one with a blank back. I Love You" and replaced them with the previously omitted "Ask Me Why" and "Please Please Me", though some pressings of the album did not alter the track list. End date 09 Aug 2020. McCartney counting "one, two, three" is omitted; recording starts with "four", Last edited on 14 February 2023, at 16:31, Jolly What! No unauthorized record release is said to be counterfeit. End price 10,699.00 USD. We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to pass on what we consider to be some of the greatest personal insight that one could ever have imagined obtaining from a recording company of such historical significance. His first hand knowledge plus his personal possessions and documents retained from his years there, have been and always will remain priceless to us. During the second half of 1963 it was the only Beatles material available in America, and sold incredibly well; by 1964 a court awarded the rights to all Beatles recordings to EMI/Capitol, and the record went out of print, only to become one of the most . Fake Introducing the Beatles. If the group's name is below the center hole, the record is a fake, most likely pressed in the '70s. Though Vee-Jay could not manufacture or distribute any Beatles product after 15 October 1964, it took a long time for the records to vanish from retail stores. Some of these fakes are remarkably close to the originals, with the quality of some covers even equaling or exceeding that of originals, making them a little harder to authenticate. settlement with Capitol under which its rights to all of its Beatles [4] Following this, Transglobal, an EMI affiliate that worked to place foreign masters with US record companies, negotiated with several labels before Vee-Jay Records signed a licensing agreement giving it the right of first refusal on Beatles' records for five years. for a stereo copy) while the back has catalog number VJLP 1062 (which would A second stopgap back cover was used when the "Ad Back" slicks were exhausted; because it is all-white with no printing at all, it is known by collectors as the "Blank Back" edition and is also very rare. If either the front or the back cover is flat (lacking gloss) it's a counterfeit. If you kept it, would you listen to . The Please take a moment and look over all of our listings. According to one article, a version of this 1964 album sold for $15,000 as recently as 2012! * Why do you think this is a Fake or . Welcome to our Vee-Jay Introducing The Beatles page. Release price guide: introducing the beatles on label with catalogue numnber SR-1062, The United States. lettering in the bottom right corner should be black and read "LP 1062". California plant made a small quantity of original monaural covers that have no "ANNA / AS ME WHY" Spec DJ #8 PROMO EP (Vee Jay) 3.) ISBN: -932117-57-. Originals have the LP title, Introducing the Beatles, and the artist credit, The Beatles, on two lines directly above the hole in the middle of the label. If the item purchased is, before any return can be authorized. I Love You' (Vee Jay VJLPS-1062) was stated to be in near mint condition with its original Sears baggy style wrapping and . Rate the Price of this item. End price 29.99 GBP. PLEASE NOTE: So called Bootlegs should not be marked as Fake unless they are reproductions of Bootlegs. Bids Buy It Now. quality printing. Affiliate programs and The values given are for records in VG+ condition. This early 1964 product of Chicago's Vee-Jay label competed heartily in on label, White background with 25 color photos of other albums on the Vee-Jay record label on each side of the sleeve. More variations of this album exist than perhaps any record every issued by any artist. Disk label without the rainbow border is printed on glossy paper. the Amazon Associates Program via amazon.com. Here it's about 1 1/4 inches Let It . The accepted release date. "A HARD DAY'S NIGHT" 45 Airport Sleeve (United Artists) Why are we mentioning these? It seems almost every copy of this album that turns up is a fake, due to the fact that several different companies in the 60s and through the 70s manufactured an endless array of different counterfeit versions. A few counterfeits do have covers with high quality printing, but their I n addition, our pricing is based on condition, rarity, and scarcity. By James Massey. Sold price: $ 709,99 (Bids: 27) THE BEATLES INTRODUCING THE BEATLES VEE JAY MONO LOVE ME DO PS I LOVE YOU POP LP. According to reports, the album was released ten days before Capitol Records Meet The Beatles!. The skin tone has an unnatural pink hue. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ It's important to note that the majority of Hi-End collectibles like this are always usually quite expensive primarily in most cases due to the fact that here in 2019, they are RARE and at this stage QUITE SCARCE. (I have the LP in mono.) THE BEATLES - INTRODUCING THE BEATLES Very rare US MONO Vee-Jay LP! As a small, The Beatles albums are among the most sought-after and popular among die-hard collectors. So coupled with this cover, it is truly, Also for those familiar with how to identify an, . The Beatles were certainly trailblazers when it comes to introducing rare and innovative sounds to the world of music. Although he remained friends with the Brackens , it was no longer a place he felt he could continue to work.