The Savage Resurrection The Savage Resurrection 1968 OG US First Press SR-61156
**OG US FIRST PRESS**

Visually Graded:
Cover: VG+
Inner Sleeve: VG
Record: strong VG/VG+ (light scuff mark)
Mercury SR-61156
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The Savage Resurrection – The Savage Resurrection (1968) | OG US First Press | Mercury SR-61156 | Psych Rock

Collector Summary

Original 1968 US First Press of one of the most explosive and collectible West Coast psychedelic rock albums. Released on Mercury Records during the height of the late-60s psych movement, this LP has become a major cult favorite due to its intense fuzz-guitar work, raw power, and limited original pressing run. Highly sought after by deep psych collectors worldwide.

Key Features

• 1968 Original US First Press

• Mercury – SR-61156

• True OG stereo issue

• High-demand West Coast psych rock artifact

• Iconic, vibrant 60s cover art

• Considered essential for serious psych collectors

Description

Released at the peak of the 1960s psychedelic era, The Savage Resurrection is an under-the-radar gem that has grown into a cult classic among collectors. Known for its blistering guitar work—often compared to Blue Cheer and early Quicksilver Messenger Service—the album delivers powerful fuzz-rock energy mixed with youthful intensity.

Original 1968 Mercury pressings were produced in modest quantities, making surviving OG copies significantly more collectible today than later reissues. The analog warmth, original mix, and period-accurate artwork are key reasons collectors prefer this pressing.

This is a cornerstone LP for anyone collecting psychedelic rock, late-60s underground releases, or essential Mercury label psych titles.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1968 OG US Press)

• Catalog #: SR-61156

• Original 1968 Mercury black label stereo design

• Thick 1960s jacket stock (pre-barcode era)

• Period-correct spine and label typography

• Matching Mercury deadwax characteristics for true OG issues

Great For

• Psych-rock collectors

• West Coast psychedelic archivists

• Mercury Records first-press enthusiasts

• Fans of Blue Cheer, Quicksilver, Hendrix-influenced fuzz rock

• Anyone building a high-quality 60s underground rock collection

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We conservatively grade our records.
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.