SCORPIONS - Fly to the Rainbow (RCA PPL1-4025) EX vinyl
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Description

First UK pressing of Fly to the Rainbow by Scorpions, released in 1975 on RCA Victor.


Pressing Details

• Artist: Scorpions

• Title: Fly to the Rainbow

• Label: RCA Victor

• Catalog Number: RS 1023 / PPL1 4025

• Country: UK

• Year: 1975

• Matrix/Runout:

• Side A: RS 1023-A-1E

• Side B: RS 1023-B-1E

• Label Variant: Orange RCA Victor labels

• Publishing: GEMA / M.C.P.S.


Track Listing


Side 1:

1. Speedy’s Coming

2. They Need a Million

3. Drifting Sun

4. Fly People Fly


Side 2:

1. This Is My Song

2. Far Away

3. Fly to the Rainbow (epic 9:31 track)


Condition Assessment

• Vinyl: VG+ – Light visible scuffs, no deep scratches; should play well with minor surface noise.

• Cover: VG – Moderate edge and ring wear, spine wear, some creasing.

• Inner Sleeve: Original die-cut with copyright/legal info still intact.


Notable Features

• This pressing features the iconic surreal artwork by Wandrey’s (clearly credited on back cover).

• Early material showcasing Uli Jon Roth, and co-writing contributions from both Michael and Rudolf Schenker.

• “Fly to the Rainbow” (the track) is a fan-favorite, with deep psychedelic/progressive elements.


First Pressing Identifiers Present in This Copy:

1. Catalog Number:

• RS 1023 (PPL1 4025) — consistent with the first UK pressing from RCA Victor in 1975.

2. Label Design:

• Orange RCA Victor labels — this was the standard label design used for UK RCA pressings during this era, including first issues.

3. Matrix / Runout Etchings:

• Side A: RS 1023-A-1E

• Side B: RS 1023-B-1E

• The “-1E” suffix on both sides is crucial. The “1” indicates first lacquer cut, and “E” likely designates EMI mastering or plating work — both typical for early UK RCA releases.

4. Sleeve Notes and Print:

• The sleeve reads “Printed and made in Great Britain by Garrodprint Ltd.”, which aligns with the first pressing jackets used for RCA UK records in 1975.

5. Publishing Details:

• Tracks published by GEMA / M.C.P.S., which matches the early European rights system used on UK first issues of German bands.


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