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Rolling Stones Big Hits High Tide And Green Grass Vinyl Record 1966 NPS-1

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Rolling Stones Big Hits High Tide And Green Grass Vinyl Record 1966 NPS-1

This is an original 1966 US pressing of The Rolling Stones’ first compilation album, Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass), featuring iconic tracks like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Time Is on My Side,” and “Get Off of My Cloud.” This NPS-1 edition comes with the classic blue London Records label and the original gatefold cover. The record captures the Stones' early blues-infused rock sound and is a must-have for any serious collector or fan of the British Invasion. Own a piece of rock history with this vintage, highly collectible album!

Cover: VG (has a seam split about 8 inches long but the vibrant color and high gloss makes up for the seam split). This would rate EX if it were not for the seam split.
Inner sleeve: G  
Record: VG (minor scratch line)
We grade our records conservatively.

The Rolling Stones' Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass) Vinyl Record (catalog number NPS-1) is a compilation album originally released in 1966 by London Records in the US. It was the band’s first compilation album, featuring some of their biggest hits up to that point. The album showcases their early career successes, blending blues-influenced rock 'n' roll with chart-topping hits.

Overview:

  • Artist: The Rolling Stones
  • Album Title: Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass)
  • Release Date: March 28, 1966
  • Label: London Records (US)
  • Catalog Number: NPS-1
  • Format: Vinyl, Gatefold
  • Genre: Rock, Blues Rock

Track Highlights:

This album is packed with some of The Rolling Stones' most iconic tracks from their early career, including:

  1. “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” – One of the band’s most recognizable songs and a defining anthem of the 1960s.
  2. “The Last Time” – A classic rock hit that features their signature blend of bluesy guitar riffs.
  3. “Time Is on My Side” – A ballad that became one of their early hits.
  4. “Get Off of My Cloud” – A rebellious, high-energy track that topped the charts.

Gatefold Packaging (NPS-1):

  • Cover Art: The gatefold cover features a striking photo of the band taken in a park setting, shot by photographer Gerard Mankowitz. The album is known for its rich, high-quality gatefold design.
  • Booklet: Early pressings of the album included a 12-page booklet of photos and band information, giving fans a visual look at The Rolling Stones during their rise to fame.
  • Vinyl Label: The NPS-1 release features the classic blue London Records label, a distinguishing mark for collectors of original pressings.

Sound & Style:

Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass) captures The Rolling Stones’ gritty, blues-infused rock sound, which helped define the British Invasion. Their raw energy and rebellious attitude are present in these hit singles, showcasing their evolution from blues cover band to rock superstars.

Reception & Legacy:

The album was a major success, reaching the top 5 on the US charts and solidifying The Rolling Stones' status as one of the most important rock bands of the era. Over time, Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass) has become a collector’s item, especially early pressings like the NPS-1 edition. It offers a snapshot of the band's meteoric rise and the music that shaped their legacy.

For vinyl collectors, the 1966 NPS-1 pressing is a highly coveted piece, representing the early Rolling Stones catalog.


Record grading:

  • Mint (M): Perfect in every way. No scuffs, scratches, or signs of wear. The sleeve is also flawless.

  • Near Mint (NM or M-): The record and sleeve are nearly perfect. The record may have very minor signs of use, like faint sleeve marks, but no noticeable defects.

  • Very Good Plus (VG+): The record has slight wear, including light scuffs or minor surface noise, but still plays well. The sleeve may have some wear like slight ring wear or minor creasing.

  • Very Good (VG): The record shows more significant wear, with visible scuffs or light scratches, and may have more noticeable surface noise or pops. The sleeve will have visible signs of aging or wear, such as seam splits or ring wear.

  • Good Plus (G+) / Good (G): The record plays through without skipping but has considerable wear, including surface noise and scratches. The sleeve may have significant damage such as tears, writing, or heavy ring wear.

  • Fair (F) / Poor (P): The record is heavily damaged, scratched, or warped, and may not play through without skipping or repeating. The sleeve will likely have extensive damage.

    Album cover grading:

    • Mint (M): Perfect condition, with no signs of wear. No seam splits, creases, ring wear, writing, or discoloration. Extremely rare.

    • Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover is nearly flawless. It may have the slightest hint of wear but no major defects. Corners are sharp, and no creases or fading.

    • Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as slight ring wear, small corner dings, or minor seam wear. There may be some small writing or a light crease, but overall it’s well-kept.

    • Very Good (VG): More noticeable wear, including ring wear, seam splits, small tears, or writing. The artwork may be slightly faded, but the cover is still functional and not heavily damaged.

    • Good Plus (G+) / Good (G): Significant wear, including heavy ring wear, noticeable seam splits, major creasing, or large amounts of writing. The cover may have significant damage but still holds the record.

    • Fair (F) / Poor (P): Extremely worn or damaged, with large tears, missing parts, major seam splits, or heavy writing. The cover may be heavily deteriorated or even unusable.