Led Zeppelin III Vinyl LP Atlantic SD 19128 Near Mint Immigrant Song OG Cover

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Led Zeppelin Led Zeppelin III Near Mint Vinyl LP - Atlantic SD 19128 with Immigrant Song, Since I've Been Loving You
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays beautifully throughout with nice fidelity. Original gatefold cover with volvelle spinning disc is fully intact with light wear, no splits or writing. Cover is very clean, still has gloss.
The cover and interior gatefold art consist of a surreal collection of seemingly random images on a white background, many of them connected thematically with flight or aviation. Behind the front cover is a rotatable laminated card disc, or volvelle, covered with more images, including photos of the band members, which showed through holes in the cover.
Led Zeppelin III is the third studio album by Led Zeppelin, released in 1970. As with the prior album, all music was performed by band members Robert Plant (vocals), Jimmy Page (guitars), John Paul Jones (bass, keyboards), and John Bonham (drums). The range of instruments played by the band was greatly enhanced on this album, with Jones especially emerging as a talented multi-instrumentalist, playing a wide range of keyboard and stringed instruments, including various synthesizers, mandolin and double bass, in addition to his usual bass guitar. As with prior albums, Page served as producer on the album, with mixing done by Andy Johns and Terry Manning.
The album showed a progression from straightforward rock towards folk and acoustic music. While hard rock influences were still present, such as on "Immigrant Song", acoustic-based songs such as "Gallows Pole" and "That's the Way" showed Led Zeppelin were capable of playing different styles successfully. 
The album was one of the most anticipated of 1970, and its shipping date was held up by the intricate inner sleeve design based around a volvelle, with numerous images visible through holes in the outer cover. It was an immediate commercial success upon release and topped the UK and US charts. Although many critics were initially confused over the change in musical style and gave the album a mixed response, Led Zeppelin III has since been acknowledged as representing an important milestone in the band's history and a turning point in their music.
Tracklist
A1 Immigrant Song 2:26 A2 Friends 3:55 A3 Celebration Day   3:29 A4 Since I've Been Loving You  7:25 A5 Out On The Tiles   4:04
B1 Gallows Pole   4:58 B2 Tangerine 3:12 B3 That's The Way 5:38 B4 Bron-Y-Aur Stomp   4:20 B5 Hats Off To (Roy) Harper   3:41
Led Zeppelin John Bonham – drums, backing vocals John Paul Jones – bass guitar, organ, backing vocals Jimmy Page – guitars, theremin, backing vocals Robert Plant – lead vocals, harmonica _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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