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Artist: SoundgardenAlbum: Louder Than LoveLabel: A&M Records (1989)Catalog Number: SP 5252 (Barcode: 075021525214)Format: Vinyl, LP, Promo Edition, Translucent Green VinylCountry: US Original First PressingCondition Summary:
Vinyl Disc: Near Mint (NM)Sleeve / Jacket: Excellent (EX) (Features original hype sticker & gold promo stamp)Up for sale is a monumental piece of alternative rock history: the genuine 1989 US promotional first pressing of Soundgarden’s major-label debut, Louder Than Love, pressed on beautiful translucent green vinyl.This legendary variant was strictly limited to a run of only 250 copies for industry promotion. It features the official gold "Promotional Copy NOT FOR SALE" stamp embossed directly over the barcode on the rear jacket. This pristine example comes from a high-end, dedicated private collection.Vinyl Condition:The translucent green disc is spectacular. The vinyl surfaces retain a gorgeous mirror gloss with absolutely no scratches, scuffs, or hairlines. The center labels are immaculate, free of any spindle marks or wear. Visually graded as a rock-solid Near Mint.The jacket is crisp, bright, and structurally outstanding. The spine is perfectly solid and fully legible. Minor, superficial storage creasing along the top edge as is common for this vintage, but the corners remain sharp and colors are bold. The original "Explicit Lyrics" hype sticker is perfectly intact on the front display.
