The Rolling Stones – Black And Blue (Vinyl LP, 1976, Rolling Stones Records COC 79104, Presswell Pressing, Gatefold)

Why This Record Matters
Black And Blue is The Rolling Stones’ 1976 studio album, recorded during the period when the band was selecting a successor to guitarist Mick Taylor. The album includes “Fool To Cry,” “Hot Stuff,” “Memory Motel,” and “Hand Of Fate,” with Ron Wood among the musicians contributing to the sessions. Produced by the Glimmer Twins, the record incorporates rock alongside funk, reggae, and soul influences.

Collector Note
This is the 1976 U.S. Rolling Stones Records COC 79104 stereo LP in a gatefold sleeve, with PR in the supplied Variant 2 runouts identifying a Presswell pressing. Both sides carry the stamped STERLING mastering mark, while Side B also bears the LH initials associated with Sterling Sound mastering engineer Lee Hulko. This copy includes the confirmed original inner sleeve.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Presswell Pressing, Gatefold
Label: Rolling Stones Records – COC 79104
Country: US
Released: April 15, 1976
Genre: Rock
Style: Classic Rock, Rock & Roll

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ST-RS-763567-J STERLING PR
Side B: ST-RS-763568-G STERLING LH PR

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Hot Stuff – 5:21
A2 Hand Of Fate – 4:28
A3 Cherry Oh Baby – 3:54
A4 Memory Motel – 7:06

Side B
B1 Hey Negrita – 4:58
B2 Melody – 5:48
B3 Fool To Cry – 5:02
B4 Crazy Mama – 4:32

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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