Cheap Trick – Cheap Trick At Budokan (LP, Album, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold, 1979, Epic FE 35795)

Why This Record Matters
Recorded in Japan in April 1978, Cheap Trick At Budokan captured the band’s live set and helped bring them to a wider audience. The album features live versions of “I Want You To Want Me,” “Surrender,” and “Ain't That A Shame.”

Collector Note
This US Epic gatefold pressing was pressed at Columbia’s Pitman plant, identified by the “P” runout marks. It was issued with a 12-page English and Japanese booklet; the included booklet is graded NM.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: Strong VG player copy
Sleeve: VG+
Booklet: NM

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold
Label: Epic – FE 35795
Country: US
Released: 1979
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Power Pop

Matrix / Runout
Matrix / Runout (Variation #2 - side A stamped): P AL 35795-1L P
Matrix / Runout (Variation #2 - side B stamped): P BL35795-1H RP 5

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Hello There 2:27
A2 Come On Come On 3:03
A3 Look Out 3:15
A4 Big Eyes 3:47
A5 Need Your Love 9:07

Side B
B1 Ain't That A Shame 5:10
B2 I Want You To Want Me 3:38
B3 Surrender 4:40
B4 Goodnight Now 2:42
B5 Clock Strikes Ten 4:11

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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