{"product_id":"various-sgt-peppers-lonely-hearts-club-band-vinyl-2xlp","title":"Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Vinyl, 2xLP)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVarious – \u003cem\u003eSgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band\u003c\/em\u003e (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog #:\u003c\/strong\u003e SP 6600  |  \u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e RSO Records  |  \u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2xLP Vinyl (Double Album)  |  \u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e CANADA  |  \u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide A Matrix:\u003c\/strong\u003e SP 4̶7̶1̶0̶ SP 6600-A NO3 TLC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Album\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1978 as the soundtrack to the Robert Stigwood–produced musical film of the same name, this double-album compilation brought the iconic Beatles songbook to a new generation — filtered through the lens of late-'70s pop, rock, and disco. The project assembled an eclectic cast of contemporary artists to reimagine the Fab Four's catalogue, producing results that ranged from faithful tributes to bold reinventions. The film itself starred Peter Frampton and the Bee Gees, who together dominated a significant portion of the soundtrack and were both riding enormous commercial waves at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bee Gees\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fresh off the staggering success of \u003cem\u003eSaturday Night Fever\u003c\/em\u003e, the brothers Gibb brought their signature falsetto harmonies and impeccable studio craft to several tracks, lending the album an undeniable commercial polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeter Frampton\u003c\/strong\u003e — Co-starring in the film and contributing lead vocals throughout, Frampton was one of the biggest live acts in the world following \u003cem\u003eFrampton Comes Alive!\u003c\/em\u003e His guitar work and vocal presence are central to the soundtrack's identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAerosmith\u003c\/strong\u003e — Delivering arguably the most memorable performance on the record, the Boston rockers brought raw energy to their contributions, cutting through the album's more polished moments with characteristic swagger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarth, Wind \u0026amp; Fire\u003c\/strong\u003e — Injecting funk, soul, and orchestral grandeur, EW\u0026amp;F's contribution stands as one of the most distinctive on the record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlice Cooper\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adding a theatrical rock edge, Cooper's track is a highlight for fans of harder material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrack Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide A opens with the title track reimagined in grand, orchestral rock fashion before moving through standout moments including Aerosmith's raucous take on \u003cem\u003eCome Together\u003c\/em\u003e, the Bee Gees' lush interpretation of \u003cem\u003eGolden Slumbers \/ Carry That Weight\u003c\/em\u003e, and Earth, Wind \u0026amp; Fire's infectious reading of \u003cem\u003eGot to Get You into My Life\u003c\/em\u003e — which became a genuine hit single. The Bee Gees also tackle \u003cem\u003eA Day in the Life\u003c\/em\u003e with unexpected restraint and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrading \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis listing includes both records (2 LPs).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecords (Vinyl):\u003c\/strong\u003e G — Both records carefully cleaned with a Spin-Clean record washer and stored in new protective inner sleeves. Minor surface scuffs are present but did not affect playback; played flawlessly on a quality turntable with no skips. Minor pops and crackles were noted, consistent with grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e  — Fair condition. Shows a ring around (ring wear) and side seam wear as visible in photos. Structural integrity intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA compelling time-capsule artefact from the peak of the late-'70s pop-rock era — and a strong player for its grade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Portage MCC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71216021799165,"sku":"Storefront Vinyl","price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0512\/9597\/7651\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ebcb1eba-d526-43de-8f19-1e36cb42138a.jpg?v=1788207361","url":"https:\/\/portagemcc.com\/products\/various-sgt-peppers-lonely-hearts-club-band-vinyl-2xlp","provider":"Portage MCC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}