Stairway To Heaven / Highway To Hell (1989) NM/NM LP - First Press

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Stairway To Heaven / Highway To Hell (1989) NM/NM LP - Iconic Covers for the Make A Difference Foundation

This is a Near Mint (NM/NM) condition copy of “Stairway To Heaven / Highway To Hell”, a special compilation album released in 1989 by Mercury Records in support of the Make A Difference Foundation. Featuring iconic hard rock and heavy metal bands covering tracks by artists affected by drug or alcohol issues, the album includes studio and live recordings, with some performances captured at the historic Moscow Music Peace Festival.

Item Details:

• Artist: Various

• Title: Stairway To Heaven / Highway To Hell

• Label: Mercury – 422 842 093-1

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Stereo

• Country: US

• Released: 1989

• Genre: Rock

• Style: Heavy Metal

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Gorky Park – My Generation (4:43)

2. Skid Row – Holidays In The Sun (3:34)

3. Scorpions – I Can’t Explain (3:20)

4. Ozzy Osbourne – Purple Haze (4:21)

5. Mötley Crüe – Teaser (5:18)

Side B

1. Bon Jovi – The Boys Are Back In Town (4:01)

2. Cinderella – Move Over (3:24)

3. Drum Madness – Moby Dick (5:53)

4. Bon Jovi / Cinderella / Бригада С / Klaus Meine – Hound Dog (3:19)

5. Scorpions / Gorky Park / David Bryan – Blue Suede Shoes / Long Tall Sally (2:54)

6. Skid Row / Mötley Crüe / Zakk Wylde / Jason Bonham – Rock And Roll (4:58)

Notes:

• Purpose: This album was recorded for the Make A Difference Foundation, aiming to raise awareness of addiction recovery through music.

• Tracks B3-B6: Recorded live at the Moscow Music Peace Festival (August 12-13, 1989).

• Producer and Liner Notes: Bruce Fairbairn.

• Features cover versions of songs by artists who were impacted by addiction, performed by some of the biggest names in hard rock and metal.

• Barcode: 042284209311

• Mastered at Sterling Sound and pressed at Specialty Records Corporation (Plant ID: 49).

Condition:

• Vinyl: NM – Pristine, glossy surface with no visible marks or scratches. Plays flawlessly.

• Sleeve: NM – Bright, vibrant colors with no visible wear, still in original shrink wrap.

Collector’s Note:

This album is both a powerful tribute to the struggles of addiction and a showcase of incredible talent. Highlights include Ozzy Osbourne’s take on “Purple Haze”, Bon Jovi’s cover of “The Boys Are Back In Town”, and the collaborative live version of “Rock And Roll” featuring Skid Row, Mötley Crüe, and Jason Bonham. A must-have for fans of 80s hard rock and heavy metal history.

Shipping Details:

1. Packaging: Vinyl will be removed from the sleeve and placed in a protective collector-grade sleeve to prevent seam splits.

2. Professional Handling: Packed securely in a professional-grade LP mailer for safe transit.

3. White Glove Care: Handled with meticulous care to ensure pristine delivery.

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