Highly sought after international variant of one of the greatest musical achievements of all time: a 1971 first-edition Canadian vinyl pressing of Marvin Gaye&#39;s masterpiece, What&#39;s Going On.

Released under the Tamla Motown banner, this specific release features a crucial point for vinyl historians: it was distributed by Ampex Music of Canada out of their Rexdale, Ontario hub. Ampex served as Motown&#39;s manufacturing and licensing partner in the Canadian territory during this era, making this a unique, regionally distinct regional variant that is less common than its standard US counterpart. Audiophiles often praise this specific Canadian Ampex matrix for possessing an exceptionally rich and well-balanced tonal profile across the entire track list.

Artist: Marvin Gaye
Title: What&#39;s Going On
Catalog: TS-310
Label: Tamla Motown
Release: 1971

Cover Art: The unforgettable, tightly-cropped front image of a bearded Marvin Gaye by photographer Jim Hendin. The visual aesthetic captures a raw, pensive mood, deviating drastically from Motown&#39;s traditionally clean-cut promotional styling. Legend holds that during the photoshoot in Detroit, it began to rain and snow. Hendin captured Marvin with water droplets on his hair and clothes, adding a gritty, real-world texture that mirrors the tone of the album.

Gatefold Collage: contains an intimate visual montage provided by the Gaye and Gordy Family Archives, displaying rare, personal glances of Marvin&#39;s home life and relationships.

Unlike standard pop records of its era, What&#39;s Going On was conceptualized as a cohesive song cycle. Most tracks seamlessly segue into one another to tell the story of a returning Vietnam veteran witnessing urban and social turmoil.

Side 1:
Track 1: What&#39;s Going On - features atmospheric chatter from Detroit Lions football players Lem Barney and Mel Farr.
2: What&#39;s Happening Brother - directly continues the veteran&#39;s narrative.
3: Flyin&#39; High - a haunting commentary of coping mechanisms and addiction
4: Save the Children - a spoken-word and sung plea regarding future generations
5: God is Love - a spiritual movement bridging Side One&#39;s narrative.
6: Wholy Holy - a gospel-influenced ensemble track calling for unity

Side 2:
1: Mercy Mercy Me - One of the earliest mainstream pop tracks addressing environmental destruction
2: Right On - a sprawling, jazz-influenced jam featuring multi-layered instrumentation
3: Inner City Blues - the bleak, driving final track that dramatically concludes the narrative cycle by looping back into a brief reprise of the opening title theme.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Marvin Gaye - What&#39;s Going On Vinyl LP - Rare 1971 Canadian Gatefold Pressing

A magnificent copy of Led Zeppelin&#39;s sixth studio album, the monumental 1975 double masterpiece, Physical Graffiti. This foundational pillar of rock history is presented in impeccable aesthetic condition, making it a premier centrepiece acquisition for vinyl collectors and audiophiles alike. 

The standout feature of this specific lot is the preservation of its complex jacket construction. While most vintage copies suffer from fraying, seam splits, or tearing around the fragile cutout windows, this outer sleeve remains structurally outstanding with no tears to the cutouts. High-value collector note - Kashmir Track misprint - more notes below.

Artist: Led Zeppelin
Album Title: Physical Graffiti
Format 2 x LP (Double Album)
Release Date: 1975 (true first generation pressing)
Record Label: Swan Song Records (the band&#39;s own custom imprint label)/ Atlantic Recording Corp.
Audio Mix: Stereo
Matrix runout: ST-SS-753309-1A-2H
Catalog Number: 2SS 200
Jacket Printing: Shorewood Packaging Corp. of Canada Ltd.

Cover Art: Designed by Peter Corriston and Mike Doud, the artwork for Physical Graffiti is universally celebrated as one of the most intricate and creative packaging designs in vinyl history. The fron timage features a real-world symmetrical photograph of two tenement buildings located at 96 and 98 St. Mark&#39;s Place in New York City&#39;s East Village. To fit the square dimensions of an LP jacket, the designer had to meticulously crop out the fourth floor of the buildings. The windows of the building are physically cut out (die-cut). Depending on how you orient the custom-printed inner sleeves and the white title insert inside the jacket, different artwork, text, or letters spelling out &#34;PHYSICAL GRAFFITI&#34; show through the window openings. If you look closely through the windows, you will find an eclectic mix of hidden historical figures, pop-culture tenants, and inside jokes including: Neil Armstrong&#39;s Apollo teammate Buzz Aldrin, Elizabeth Taylor styled as Cleopatra, The Wizard of Oz cast, Led Zeppelin band members dressed in drag (hidden on one of the inner sleeves), King Kong, Laurel & Hardy, Flash Gordon, W.C. Fields, Lee Harvey Oswald, Charles Atlas, Pop Leo XIII, Queen Elizabeth II, The Virgin Mary, Prosperine, excerpts from Da Vinci and Caravaggio fine art, vintage advertising (including an ad for Pears Soap). Many a nod to the groups conspiratorial ties amongst modern discussion. The front jacket depicts the tenements basking in the daylight, whereas the back jacket switches to a shot of the exact same buildings at night. 

Track List: representing the absolute peak of the band&#39;s creative and improvisational spectrum. Because the eight newly recorded tracks from the early 1974 Headley Grange sessions ran too long for a single album but too short for a double, Jimmy Page creatively supplemented the release with unreleased tracks saved from their previous album eras. 

753309-1A-2H matrix runout: an exceptionally collectible 1975 original Canadian first pressing manufactured at the Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Don Mills, Ontario (hired by distributor WEA Music of Canada Ltd.). Superior audio mastery: the 2H engraving signature signals an early pristine cut from the original master tapes sent directly to the Canadian production facilities in 1975, delivering the deep, punchy analog dynamic range that modern reissues simply cannot replicate.

&#34;Kashmir&#34; Track Misprint: many Canadian early-run variations featuring the 1A-2H matrix stamp are highly sought after by collectors as misprint releases. On these specific early labels, the track &#34;Kashmir&#34; (Track B3), is mistakenly listed with a brief running time of 3:41 instead of its actual epic length of 9:41. Audiophiles and variant collectors hold this at a premium for this specific label error. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws or scratches of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Led Zeppelin -  Physical Graffiti Vintage Vinyl 2-LP Double Album - KASHMIR MISPRINT - Original Die-Cut Cover 

Highly collectible vintage vinyl pressing of The Rolling Stones&#39; absolute masterpiece, Sticky Fingers. Released in 1971, this historic release marked the very first album issued on the band&#39;s own Rolling Stones Records label. It remains a cornerstone of any serious rock or vinyl collection.

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album Title: Sticky Fingers
Format: 12&#34; Vinyl LP, Stereo, &#34;CORT&#34; zipper cover
Label: Rolling Stones Records
Catalog Number: COC 59100 (verified first pressing)
Deadwax Runout: 77233-1A
Original Release Year: 1971

COC 59100 indicating the record is from the coveted initial 1971 global release batch. 

Production note: because the heavy metal teeth and pull of the zippers pressed into other albums during shipping and caused massive dents, the record label spent immense money altering the packaging. This original design was quickly phased out, making a clean COC 59100 copy rare. The zipper on this cover is difficult to open - lot #2 in this auction has a zipper that opens and closes more easily.

Distribution note: Initially, early 1971 Canadian copies of Sticky Fingers were manufactured by Kinney Music of Canada, Ltd., but Kinney changed its name to WEA Music of Canada later that same year. Because they utilized leftover initial stock components, early Canadian WEA copies can have the imported US &#34;Cort&#34; branded metal zippers. Canadian first-batch pressings are highly valued for their rich sound profile and excellent vinyl weight. Collectors often seek out these early Canadian variants because the pressings are often cleaner than mass-produced US copies from the same era.

Runout mechanical catalog layout matrix: indicates RCA Records PRessing Plant in Smiths Falls, Ontario. Hired by Kinney/WEA to press a massive portion of their initial yellow-label run. 

Andy Warhol cover notes: This album cover was designed by Andy Warhol. The close-up design features iconic Factory actor Joe Dallesandro rather than Mick Jagger. Dropping the mechanical metal zipper reveals a print of cotton underwear beneath it, a legendary piece of interactive pop art. The tracklist sticker is on the back. The partnership with Mick Jagger began after a high-society party in New York City in the spring of 1969. Although Jagger warned Warhol of the functional limits of vinyl manufacturing in a letter, Warhol ignored this and proceeded with one of the most physically complicated and expensive assembly-line designs in rock history. Warhol&#39;s artistic vision was driven by specific motifs typical of his work at The Factory namely, interactive pop art (he wanted the album to be highly tactile and experiential to &#34;undress&#34; the cover), the innuendo of title, and mass production vs fine art (intentionally using his high-contrast Polaroid photography style to mimic commercial advertisement prints, turning mass-market denim into high-art interactive sculpture).

Musical milestone: This album is highly valued as the true studio debut of Mick Taylor on lead guitar and the absolute introduction of the world-famous Lips and Tongue logo. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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The Rolling Stones - Sticky Fingers 1971 Vinyl LP - Andy Warhol Zipper Cover, Original COC 59100 First Pressing

Second copy of this record in this auction - slight variation of component inclusions.

Highly collectible vintage vinyl pressing of The Rolling Stones' absolute masterpiece, Sticky Fingers. Released in 1971, this historic release marked the very first album issued on the band's own Rolling Stones Records label. It remains a cornerstone of any serious rock or vinyl collection.

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album Title: Sticky Fingers
Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo, "CORT" zipper cover
Label: Rolling Stones Records
Catalog Number: COC 59100 (verified first pressing)
Deadwax Runout: 77233-1A
Original Release Year: 1971

COC 59100 indicating the record is from the coveted initial 1971 global release batch. 

Production note: because the heavy metal teeth and pull of the zippers pressed into other albums during shipping and caused massive dents, the record label spent immense money altering the packaging. This original design was quickly phased out, making a clean COC 59100 copy rare. The zipper on this album is fully functional.

Distribution note: Initially, early 1971 Canadian copies of Sticky Fingers were manufactured by Kinney Music of Canada, Ltd., but Kinney changed its name to WEA Music of Canada later that same year. Because they utilized leftover initial stock components, early Canadian WEA copies can have the imported US "Cort" branded metal zippers. Canadian first-batch pressings are highly valued for their rich sound profile and excellent vinyl weight. Collectors often seek out these early Canadian variants because the pressings are often cleaner than mass-produced US copies from the same era.

Runout mechanical catalog layout matrix: indicates RCA Records PRessing Plant in Smiths Falls, Ontario. Hired by Kinney/WEA to press a massive portion of their initial yellow-label run. 

Andy Warhol cover notes: This album cover was designed by Andy Warhol. The close-up design features iconic Factory actor Joe Dallesandro rather than Mick Jagger. Dropping the mechanical metal zipper reveals a print of cotton underwear beneath it, a legendary piece of interactive pop art. The partnership with Mick Jagger began after a high-society party in New York City in the spring of 1969. Although Jagger warned Warhol of the functional limits of vinyl manufacturing in a letter, Warhol ignored this and proceeded with one of the most physically complicated and expensive assembly-line designs in rock history. Warhol's artistic vision was driven by specific motifs typical of his work at The Factory namely, interactive pop art (he wanted the album to be highly tactile and experiential to "undress" the cover), the innuendo of title, and mass production vs fine art (intentionally using his high-contrast Polaroid photography style to mimic commercial advertisement prints, turning mass-market denim into high-art interactive sculpture).

This copy comes with the album's original custom inner sleeve: featuring the famous black-and-white group photograph of the band shot by Peter Webb. The reverse side features the very first album appearance of the lips and tongue logo designed by John Pasche. Art director Craig Braun specifically designed this sleeve to act as a protective layer. It sits directly behind the metal zipper to prevent the heavy zipper teeth from pressing into the vinyl. Because these sleeves were frequently thrown away or split at the seams over the last few decades, having the original insert intact significantly preserves the maximum collector value. 

Musical milestone: This album is highly valued as the true studio debut of Mick Taylor on lead guitar and the absolute introduction of the world-famous Lips and Tongue logo. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
                
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Highly collectible original 1967 US Stereo pressing of Van Morrison&#39;s historic debut solo studio album, Blowin&#39; Your Mind!, released on Bang Records. 

Matrix etchings include Bell Sound and early pressing indicators.
Catalog: BLPS-218 Stereo

Cover: designed by Rodriguez of Los Angeles - captures the peak of the 1967 &#34;Summer of Love&#34; aesthetic. Includes the printed orange starburst explicitly noting &#34;Including the current hit &#39;Brown Eyed Girl&#39;&#34;, a mandatory focal point for true first gen collectors.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.

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Van Morrison - Blowin&#39; Your Mind! LP 1967 

Cat: MS 2035

Cover: striking front cover features a commissioned watercolour painting by artist Burton Silverman, depicting a visual interpretation of a homeless man (&#34;Aqualung&#34;). Though frontman Ian Anderson has stated the artwork wasn&#39;t meant to be a self portrait, the character famously mimics his long hair, beard, and signature overcoat attire of the era. Early Canadian and US editions feature a distinctive textured matte gatefold sleeve finish rather than a smooth gloss finish, adding a tactile element highly sought after by collectors.

Manufactured in Canada by Warner Bros Records of Canada.

Tracklist: Side 1 focuses heavily on social commentary regarding the unhoused population, while side 2 explores a critical view of organized religion. Includes legendary guitar solos by Martin Barre.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Jethro Tull - Aqualung LP 1971 Original Canadian Gatefold Pressing Reprise

Original 1975 Canadian pressing of Pink Floyd&#39;s progressive rock masterpiece, Wish You Were Here.

Manu by Columbia Records of Canada Ltd. Comes complete with its original heavy cardboard inner lyrics sleeve.

Cover: designed by Hipgnosis (led by Storm Thorgerson), photograph of two stuntmen (Ronnie Rondell and Danny Rogers) as businessmen shaking hands, with one physically on fire. Shot at the Warner Bros studio lot - represents the band&#39;s biting commentary on the music industry - the concept of getting burned by the corporate insincerity. The Canadian release features the distinct white border layout with crisp photographic framing.

The entire album serves as a poignant multi part tribute to the band&#39;s brilliant but reclusive founding member, Syd Barrett.

Inner Sleeve - the Canadian issue features a heavy cardboard stock print. One side showcases the famous &#34;red veil&#34; blowing in the wind, the reverse ft lyrics, credits, and the iconic &#34;diver&#34; photo.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here LP Vinyl 1975 Canadian Pressing

Highly collectible vinyl of Led Zeppelin&#39;s groundbreaking fifth studio album, Houses of the Holy. This specific copy is a desirable 1973 Canadian pressing distributed by WEA Music of Canada Ltd. This package is exceptionally complete, featuring the iconic un-texted gatefold sleeve and the rare original textured paper insert containing the full track listing and lyrics. 

Artist: Led Zeppelin
Album Title: Houses of the Holy
Release Year: 1973 (original release)
Country of Pressing: Canada
Distribution: Atlantic Records / distributed by WEA Music of Canada, Ltd.
Matrix: ST-A-732783

Cover Art (Hipgnosis Design): the artwork on this album is legendary in the vinyl community. Designed by the famous British art design group Hipgnosis (best known for Pink Floyd&#39;s Dark Side of the Moon), it was inspired by Arthur C. Clarke&#39;s sci-fi novel Childhood&#39;s End. Features children crawling up the interlocking basalt columns of the Giant&#39;s Causeway in Northern Ireland. To achieve the dreamlike, otherworldly colour palette, the designers used a black-and-white photo print that was hand-tinted and multi-exposed. True to the band&#39;s artistic vision, the original pressing features no band name or album title anywhere on the outer jacket, a detail highly prized by purists.

Track List & Original Insert: Musically, Houses of the Holy marked a monumental stylistic evolution for Led Zeppelin, departing from heavy blues rock to incorporate reggae, funk, and synthesizers. Because the outer gatefold jacket lacks song listings, the inclusion of the original textured paper insert is vital. It contains the complete tracklist, lyrics, and recording credits (noting sessions at Electric Lady Studios NY and Olympic Studios London). Finding an unsplit, crisp, original insert significantly increases the collector market value of this release. 

Pressing: Canadian pressings distributed by WEA Music of Canada from this era are highly regarded for their rich, warm analog mastering quality. Collectors value early Canadian variants for their robust cardboard stock jackets and unique historical place in the North American vinyl market. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Led Zeppelin - Houses of the Holy Vinyl LP (1973 Canadian Pressing)

Vintage Canadian pressing of Deep Purple&#39;s 1972 hard rock, Machine Head. Manufactured and distributed by WEA Music of Canada as a regional variant.

Cover: Metallic &#34;Machine Head&#34; visual designed by John Coletta and bassist Roger Glover. The band took a polished sheet of metal, stamped the album title into it and photographed the band members&#39; distorted reflections in the metal. The gatefold jacket houses historical credits and immersive photography.

This album represents the definitive peak of the band&#39;s &#34;Mark II&#34; lineup (Blackmore, Gillan, Glover, Lord, Paice).

See photos for jacket condition.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Deep Purple - Machine Head LP Vinyl Canadian Pressing

Highly sought-after original 1973 US pressing of Band on the Run by Paul McCartney & Wings. This copy features the distinct transitional details characteristic of early US releases, including full manufacturing attribution to Apple Records on the labels paired with historical audio mastering engineering credits etched directly into the vinyl dead wax.

This lot includes the original, rare matching custom inner paper sleeve featuring the complete album lyrics and a monochrome collage photo print.

Artist: Paul McCartney & Wings
Title: Band on the Run
Label: Apple Records Inc.
Catalog: SO 3415
Release: 1973
Label Variation: Apple perimeter print stating &#34;Manufactured by Apple Records, Inc.&#34;
Spine Identifier: text lists &#34;Paul McCartney&#34;, omitting the &#34;Wings&#34; name

Matrix: SO 1 3415 F 9. with &#34;Wly&#34; identifying the lacquer was cut by legendary Capitol Records mastering engineer Wally Traugott.

Finding this record with its authentic 1973 custom inner sleeve intact is a major selling point for collectors. Many copies lost their inner sleeves over the decades. Front side features the complete lyrics for all tracks printed on a textured paper stock. Reverse side features a stylized monochrome photo collage of the band members taken during the album&#39;s turbulent recording sessions in Lagos, Nigeria.

Cover Art: features a staging captured by photographer Clive Arrowsmith at Osterley Park, London. It depicts the core members stylized as convicts caught by a spotlight against a brick wall. Alongside Paul, Linda, Denny Laine, the photo features an array of 1973 entertainment icons and public figures: Michael Parkinson (British journalist and broadcaster), Kenny Lynch (singer and entertainer), James Coburn (Hollywood actor), Clement Freud (politician and broadcaster), Christopher Lee (iconic film actor), John Conteh (British boxing champion. 

Track List Variants: this pressing features a unique North American configuration of the track list. Unlike European editions, the song &#34;Helen Wheels&#34; was added to Side 2. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Paul McCartney &#38; Wings - Band On The Run LP (1973, Apple Records) US First Pressing

Original 1970 copy of the box set compilation released by Motown Record Corporation. Comprehensive limited edition audio documentary serves as a time capsule for the golden era of Detroit&#39;s historic hit factory.

Various artists: inc The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and more
Cat: MS 5-726

This is not a standard greatest hits compilation. Every single musical track is cross cut with intimate introductory spoken workd interviews by the artists and founder Berry Gordy.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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The Motown Story: The First Decade 5 LP Vinyl Box Set 1970 Lim Ed

Vintage vinyl copy of Led Zeppelin II, the groundbreaking sophomore studio album by legendary rock group Led Zeppelin. A seminal addition to any classic rock or audiophile vinyl collection. 

Artist: Led Zeppelin
Album Title: Led Zeppelin II
Record Label: Atlantic Records
Catalog Number: SD 8236
Distribution: WEA Music Canada Ltd.
Matrix: ST-A-691671-1B-2D
Pressing: Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Don Mills, Ontario

WEA Music of Canada Ltd. distribution credits for the highly sought-after analog warmth of the original mastering chain. 

Cover Art: Historical theme - the iconic artwork designed by David Juniper utilizes a modified play on a public photograph of a World War I German Airforce combat division (Jasta 11, the Red Baron&#39;s squadron). Airbrushed onto the original faces are the band members - Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones - alongside their tour manager Richard Cole and actress Bridget Bardot. The design features an abstract outline of a white cloud against a brown background, cuasing fans to affectionately refer to the album sleeve as the &#34;Brown Bomber&#34;.  

Inner gatefold artwork: When opened, the inner gatefold reveals a stark contrast to the psychedelic outer sleeve, showcasing an expansive, high-contrast silhouette illustration of the band performing live on stage. The imagery is framed by surreal, glowing abstract graphics and psychedelic light beams emanating from Jimmy Page&#39;s guitar, perfectly capturing the raw energy of their late-1969 live tours. 

Canadian pressings from this specific era are highly regarded by collectors for using premium, heavy weight cardboard jackets and high grade vinyl compositions that deliver deep, punchy base tones. Distributed by WEA (Warner-Elektra-Atlantic), this release preserves the raw, hard-hitting analog mix engineered alongside legendary studio veteran Eddie Kramer. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Led Zeppelin II Vintage Vinyl LP

Sought after 1976 Canadian first pressing from Columbia Records of Canada. Produced by Gamble & Huff, this record defines the lush orchestrated &#34;Sound of Philadelphia&#34;

Cat: KZ 33957

Cover: photo by Frank Laffitte and designed by Ed Lee. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Lou Rawls - All Things In Time LP 1976 Canadian Press

1970s psychedelic soul history: the self titled debut album by The Undisputed Truth, released in July 1971 on Motown&#39;s subsidiary Gordy Records. This iconic release seamlessly blends Motown&#39;s signature rhythm and blues with fuzzy guitars, heavy basslines, and spatial studio effects engineered by mastermind producer Norman Whitfield. Must have cornerstone for collectors of classic soul, funk, and early experimental Motown.

Cat: G 955L

Cover: 1970s cinematic photo of the original group - Joe Harris, Billie Rae Calvin, and Brenda Joyce Evans. Typography across the top uses the heavily stylized Gonzales Flair typeface drawn by Francisco Gonzales. 

Tracklist: stands as a definitive blueprint for Norman Whitfield&#39;s experimental production lab. Backed by Motown&#39;s powerhouse studio session band, The Funk Brothers, the record functions as both a hit machine and a vehicle for sprawling instrumental arrangements. &#34;Smiling Faces Sometimes&#34; standout centrepiece of the record and the groups highest charting single - famous for its eerie opening guitar lines, sweeping strings, and timeless warnings of social paranoia. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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The Undisputed Truth - Self-Titled Debut Vinyl LP 1971

Second copy of this record in this auction - see lot 176 for other.

Vintage Canadian vinyl pressing of Cat Stevens&#39; masterwork, Tea for the Tillerman. Released in late 1970, this folk rock album propelled Stevens to global superstardom standing as one of the defining singer songwriter albums of the decade. A vital cornerstone for any serious 70s vinyl collection.

Cat: SP4280

Cover: enchanting, whimsical cover art highly valued by collectors because it was painted by Cat Stevens. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Cat Stevens - Tea For The Tillerman LP 1970 Vintage Canadian Press

Rare and highly collectible original 1974 Canadian first pressing of Steely Dan&#39;s classic third studio album, &#34;Pretzel Logic&#34;. Released on ABC Records (Cat: ABCD 808), this copy was licensed and distributed by RCS Limited.

&#34;G&#34; etching in deadwax runout, identifying it as an authentic early Canadian cut mastered at RCS Victor Studios in Montreal and manufactured at the celebrated RCA Pressing Plant in Smiths Falls, Ontario. This regional variant is highly regarded by vinyl enthusiasts for its robust, clean sound profile and heavy vintage vinyl weight.

Cover Art: stark, timeless black and white cover photo shot by Ed Caraeff on a freezing winter day in Central Park, New York City. Captures a real Manhattan street vendor named Lucky selling hot pretzels for 15 cents out of his pushcart. The gatefold design encapsulates teh gritty, cynical, yet nostalgic early-1970s New York atmosphere that heavily inspired Walter Becker and Donald Fagen&#39;s songwriting. Spine denotes Litho in Canada.

Track List: &#34;Rikki Don&#39;t List That Number&#34; became the biggest pop hit of the band&#39;s career ft a famous opening bossa-noca bass line stolen from jazz artist Horace Silver. &#34;East St. Louis Toodle-Oo&#34; stands as the only song in Steely Dan&#39;s entire discography that is a note-for-note cover of a classic Duke Ellington composition. &#34;Parker&#39;s Band&#34; written as a direct love-letter tribute to jazz saxophone legend Charlie Parker. The track list marks a massive turning point for collectors. It was the final album to feature the full original quintet touring lineup (including Jeff &#34;Skunk&#34; Baxter). At the same time, it introduces legendary session heavyweights like Jeff Porcaro (future Toto drummer) and Jim Gordon, signaling the band&#39;s transition into a studio-only powerhouse. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Steely Dan - Pretzel Logic LP 1974 Original Canadian 1st Press ABC RCA Ltd

vintage first pressing - an essential release showcasing the legendary Italian tenor at the absolute peak of his vocal power, early in his career before achieving international mainstream superstardom. 

Cover photo captured by Robert Cahen in San Remo

Tracklist maps a masterclass in Italian Romantic and Verismo opera repertoire. Standout performances alongside premier ensembles like the Vienna Opera Orchestra and New Philharmonia Orchestra under masters Nicola Rescigno and Leone Magiera.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Luciano Pavarotti - Primo Tenore Vinyl LP (1971) 

Vintage Canadian vinyl pressing of Cat Stevens&#39; masterwork, Tea for the Tillerman. Released in late 1970, this folk rock album propelled Stevens to global superstardom standing as one of the defining singer songwriter albums of the decade. A vital cornerstone for any serious 70s vinyl collection.

Cat: SP4280

Cover: enchanting, whimsical cover art highly valued by collectors because it was painted by Cat Stevens. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Highly sought after original 1969 pressing of this landmark album. Released during the defining era when rocksteady transitioned into mainstream reggae, this piece serves as both an essential mysical document and a prime collector&#39;s item fro mJamaica&#39;s premier instrumental outfit.

Label: Dynamic Sounds
Cat: BLP 012/ Dynamic 0010

Cover: Historical &#34;Reggay&#34; Spelling - printed before Reggae standardized globally, capitalizing on Toots & The Maytals&#39; coined term from 1968. Highly sought after for its iconic pop art style cropping featuring intense eyes peering from beneath the title block. Unique to this specific sleeve layout, legendary producer Lee Perry is given an explicit &#34;A&R&#34; credit over Byron Lee himself, a major talking point for historical Jamaican music collectors.

Tracklist: early, slower-tempo rythmic transitions unique to late 60s Kingston studios. Key tracks include: an exceptionally rare, early slow tempo cut of &#34;Long Shot (Kick The Bucket)&#34;

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Byron Lee &#38; The Dragonaires - Reggay Vinyl LP 1969 Rare

Vintage Canadian pressing of Chicago III, the acclaimed third studio album by legendary jazz-rock band Chicago. Released in 1971 as a double LP set, this specific copy was manufactured by Columbia Records of Canada, Ltd. and features sought-after early matrix runout stamps.

This record is a fantastic addition for collectors specializing in regional Canadian classic rock pressings and early 1970s audio artifacts.

Artist: Chicago
Album Title: Chicago III
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold Sleeve
Record Label: Columbia Records/ Columbia Records of CAnada, Ltd. 
Catalog Number: C2 30110
Matrix Runout: P BL 30265
Release Year: 1971

Cover Art: Designed by Columbia&#39;s legendary art director John Berg, the cover features the iconic cursive &#34;Chicago&#34; logo over a beautiful, heavily distressed American flag pattern. The flag design was actual fabric sewn by artist Natalie Williams and photographed by Sandy Speiser to give the sleeve its distinct textured, woven appearance. 

Included Anti-War Insert Poster: the original, highly controversial large fold-out insert poster photographed by Horn/Griner. It depicts all seven original band members dressed in authentic military uniforms from various historical wars, standing somberly in a field of white cemetery crosses. The bottom corner features printed text listing historical US war casualties up to 1971. It was an anti-war statement aimed directly at the ongoing Vietnam War. Because these massive posters were frequently taken out and pinned to bedroom walls in the 1970s, finding a Canadian pressing that still contains a poster intact drastically increases the overall value. 22&#34;x33&#34; fold-out poster.

Unlike conventional pop records of the era, Chicago III is highly prized by audiophiles for its ambitious, multi-part progressive suites spanning across four district vinyl sides. Side 1: opens with the hard-hitting jazz-rock track &#34;Sing a Mean Tune Kid&#34;. Side 2 (Travel Suite): a sprawling 6-part journey including the hit single &#34;Free&#34; and the experimental, free-improvisation piece &#34;Free Country&#34;. Side 3 (An Hour in the Shower): 5-part conceptual suite tracking a morning routine, immediately followed by the hit single &#34;Lowdown&#34;. Side 4 (Elegy): a somber, grand finale containing experimental musique concrete elements (&#34;Progress?&#34;) and the heavy instrumentals of &#34;The Approaching Storm&#34;.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Chicago - Chicago III Vintage Vinyl Double LP (1971) WITH RARE POSTER INSERT

Vintage, original Canadian pressing of Chicago&#39;s self-titled second studio album, retroactively and universally known as Chicago II. Manufactured by Columbia Records of Canada, Ltd., this foundational 2-LP jazz-rock masterpiece comes house in its iconic gatefold jacket and includes the highly sought-after original giant foldout wall poster.  Features the highly coveted original Red labels with white &#34;360 Sound&#34; Stereo text. 

Artist: Chicago
Album Title: Chicago (commonly referred to as Chicago II)
Label: Columbia Records of Canada, Ltd.
Catalog Number: KGP 24
Matrix: XSM151853
Format: Double LP, 12&#34; Vinyl, Stereo, Gatefold
Release Year: 1970/1971

Cover Art (Canadian Manufacturing Variant): front cover features the classic Columbia Stereo crest in the top left, while the rear or interior jacket features the Canadian manufacturing text layout distinctive to Columbia Records of Canada releases. This specific release marks the very first time art director John Berg and designer Nick Fasciano introduced the legendary, flowing cursive &#34;Chicago&#34; logo. Berg designed the typography to resemble a Coca-Cola inspired pop-art brand, a visual signature that the band utilized for decades. The front cover features a striking printed brushed silver, industrial metallic background texture. This is the first album released after shortening their name from  &#34;Chicago Transit Authority&#34; due to legal pressure from the city&#39;s actual mass-transit operator, making it a pivotal piece of classic rock history.

This double album is highly praised for its ambitious, progressive structure, split into distinct long-form musical movements. The Masterpiece Suite: Side 2 features James Pankow&#39;s brilliant 7-part, 13-minute progressive suite titled &#34;Ballet for a Girl in Buchannon&#34;, which includes the timeless top-10 hits &#34;Make Me Smile&#34; and &#34;Colour My World&#34;. Classic Anthems: Side 3 is anchored by the explosive jazz-rock fusion anthem &#34;25 or 6 to 4&#34;, driven by Terry Kath&#39;s iconic guitar riffs.

Included Bonus (Original Giant Wall Poster): featuring a composite photo grid of the original seven band members photographed by legendary rock photographer Herb Greene. Complete posters are frequently missing from vintage Canadian copies, making this a highly valuable upgrade for collectors. 

Canadian Print Disambiguation: The spine features the vintage Canadian manufacturing print mark &#34;MG Litho in Canada&#34;, specific to early 1970 Columbia Records of Canada factory runs. 
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Chicago II Self-Titled 1970 Vintage 2-LP Vinyl 360 Sound w Original Poster

Highly collectible vintage 1971 vinyl copy of Deep Purple&#39;s progressive hard-rock masterpiece, Fireball. This specific variant is a sought after early Canadian pressing issued on the Warner Bros. Record label, featuring unique regional track variations and standout gatefold artwork packaging. 

Manufactured and distributed by WEA Music of Canada Ltd, this release is an essential piece of classic rock history for any serious vinyl enthusiast or Deep Purple completionist.

Catalog: BS 2564

Cover Art: features teh legendary Mark II lineup (Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, and Ian Paice) visually integrated inside a soaring pin and white comet blasting through deepspace. This Canadian version is housed in a heavy cardboard gatefold sleeve, featuring full lyrics printed across a rich, dark artistic interior spread.

Track List: Unlike European copies which feature &#34;Demon&#39;s Eye&#34;, the North American releases swap this track out for the massive hit single &#34;Strange Kind of Woman&#34;. This track allocation remains a major focal point for regional variant collectors.

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Deep Purple - Fireball Vinyl LP 1971 Canadian Vintage Pressing

Scarce Canadian pressing of the 1975 compilation album simply titled &#34;Jimi&#34;, released posthumously on the Pickwick Records budget label. This release features early studio recordings and jam sessions capturing the legendary guitarist in his element. Distributed officially by Pickwick Records of Canada Ltd, this particular variation was manufactured by the highly regarded Keel Record Mfg. of Canada Limited.

Pressing tech etching in deadwax - denoting a mastering or pressing source characteristic of specific Canadian plants from the mid-1970s, making it a distinct variation from the standard US Pickwick releases.

Art: front cover boasts a vibrant, highly stylized psychedelic overlay photograph of Jimi Hendrix passionately fretting his iconic Fender Stratocaster guitar. The bold, bubble-font typography anchors the top left. Making an excellent display piece for any classic rock or guitar collection.

Catalog: SPC 3528

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Jimi Hendrix - Jimi Vinyl LP 1975 Canadian Pressing

Pristine copy (shrink wrap still on, opened) of Janis Joplin&#39;s Greatest Hits, released in 1973. Highly collectible item is a first Canadian pressing issued by Columbia Records of Canada - Cat. KC 32168. A true time capsule piece for serious vinyl collectors.

Cover: photograph of Janis Joplin behind the handlebars of a custom chopper. Captures the free spirited counterculture energy of the late 1960s and early 1970s San Francisco music scene. Because the wrapping remains the sleeve colours retain their original deep forest green and vibrant red hues.

Tracklist: serves as the ultimate anthology of Joplin&#39;s powerhouse vocals, collecting essential cuts from her work with Big Brother & the Holding Company and her solo career. 

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Janis Joplin - Greatest Hits Vinyl LP 1973 Canada First Pressing

Hamilton (Ontario, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Estate Sale Online Auction - Bishopsgate Avenue

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12" vinyl LP, Columbia Records KC 31350 Canadian pressing, original 1972 compilation with studio and live tracks, Bill Silano cover

Simon & Garfunkel's Greatest Hits vinyl LP, Columbia KC 31350, 1972 Canadian pressing

Front cover of Simon & Garfunkel Greatest Hits LP

Glossy jacket with Simon & Garfunkel photo, likely near-mint vinyl per estate notes

Simon & Garfunkel Greatest Hits vinyl LP 1972 Canadian pressing

Classic copy of Simon & Garfunkel&#39;s Greatest Hits on vinyl, originally released in 1972. This specific pressing is the desirable Columbia Records of Canada release. Released 2 years after the duo disbanded, this compilation serves as the definitive anthology of their era.

Cat: KC 31350

Cover: minimalist front cover taken by Bill Silano
Tracklist: prized by audiophiles and collectors due to its unique mix of classic studio takes and exclusive live recordings

Auction Note: All lots are from a single estate collection. This is an opportunity to purchase a carefully curated decades-spanning collection from a single collector. The majority of the vinyl is in near mint condition with many appearing unplayed - if there are flaws of note we did our best to photograph that specifically. If you would like any further information please use the question portion available on each lot. Shipping is available - if you win the lot please email office@bishopsgateestateservices.com to arrange.
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Lot #118: Simon & Garfunkel's Greatest Hits Vinyl LP (1972)

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Lot #118: Simon & Garfunkel's Greatest Hits Vinyl LP (1972)

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