Patti Smith Group – Wave (Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, 1979, Arista AB 4221, Hub-Servall Pressing, Sterling Cut)

Why This Record Matters
Wave was Patti Smith Group's fourth and final studio album and paired the band with producer and engineer Todd Rundgren. The album includes “Frederick” and “Dancing Barefoot,” along with the group's interpretation of The Byrds' “So You Want To Be (A Rock 'N' Roll Star).” Robert Mapplethorpe supplied the photography and art direction, continuing the important visual collaboration that had accompanied Smith's work since Horses.

Collector Note
This is the 1979 US Arista AB 4221 Hub-Servall pressing, identified by the HUB marking in the supplied Side B runout. Both supplied matrices carry STERLING, documenting lacquer cutting at Sterling Sound, while the Side A runout also carries the gc signature associated with the credited lacquer cutter. This copy includes the original bifold printed insert with Patti Smith photography, lyrics to “Frederick,” a dedication to Fred Sonic Smith and additional credits.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG
Original Bifold Insert: Included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Arista – AB 4221
Country: US
Released: 1979
Genre: Rock
Style: Punk

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AB4221-SA-CT1 1979 YEAR OF THE CHILD STERLING gc
Side B: AB 4221-SB-TV2 STERLING HUB

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Frederick – 3:01
A2 Dancing Barefoot – 4:18
A3 So You Want To Be (A Rock'N'Roll Star) – 4:18
A4 Hymn – 1:10
A5 Revenge – 5:06

Side B
B1 Citizen Ship – 5:09
B2 Seven Ways Of Going – 5:12
B3 Broken Flag – 4:55
B4 Wave – 4:36

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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