Funkadelic Maggot Brain 1971 Westbound Records – WB 2007 NO Barcode. RARE First Press

Funkadelic Maggot Brain 1971 Westbound Records – WB 2007 NO Barcode. RARE First Press
**US First Press OG!**

Visually Graded:
Cover: VG+ (has small tape on top seam) Really nice cover. Extremely hard to find condition.
Inner Sleeve: Generic
Record: VG+
Westbound Records – WB 2007
We conservatively grade our records.

Funkadelic – Maggot Brain (1971) | OG US First Press | Westbound Records – WB 2007 | NO Barcode | RARE

Collector Summary

Original 1971 US first pressing of Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain on Westbound Records – WB 2007, featuring the early no-barcode jacket — a key identifier for true first issues. Widely considered one of the greatest psychedelic funk albums ever recorded, this OG press is deeply prized for its raw analog sound and historical significance. A must-own grail for Funkadelic, George Clinton, and early-70s funk/psych collectors.

Key Features

• 1971 Original US First Press

• Westbound Records – WB 2007

• NO barcode (true early pressing indicator)

• Highly collectible early Funkadelic release

• Deep funk/psych crossover masterpiece

• Original Westbound artwork & label design

• One of the most sought-after Funkadelic LPs

Description

Released in 1971, Maggot Brain stands as Funkadelic’s groundbreaking blend of psychedelic rock, deep funk, soul, and experimental production — with Eddie Hazel’s legendary 10-minute title track cemented as one of the greatest guitar solos ever recorded.

This Westbound WB 2007 first press represents the earliest and most collectible form of the album. The absence of a barcode confirms its pre-UPC release status, while the early Westbound label artwork and 1971 jacket stock distinguish it from later reissues.

Collectors seek this pressing for its warm, powerful, analog sound and its importance in the evolution of funk and Afrofuturist music. Early Funkadelic LPs — especially Maggot Brain — remain among the most prized records from the 1970s underground.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1971 OG US Press – WB 2007)

• Catalog #: WB 2007 on labels & spine

• No barcode (pre-1979 jackets)

• Early Westbound Records multicolor label design

• Thick early-70s US jacket stock

• Original 1971 copyright text

• No modern distribution marks, reissue barcodes, or contemporary logos

• Deadwax etchings consistent with early Westbound pressing plants

These identifiers confirm a genuine 1971 first pressing.

Great For

• Funkadelic / George Clinton collectors

• 1970s funk, soul, and psychedelic vinyl enthusiasts

• Westbound Records collectors

• Audiophiles seeking early analog funk/psych

• Anyone building a premium funk/psych vinyl archive

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Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.