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@POWERPLANTRECORDS | PowerPlantRecords.com | Leave a positive Google review! Title: The Beatles – Abbey RoadYear/Genre: 1969, RockCondition: New Cultural Facts: Studio Lore: Cut largely on EMI’s new 8-track setup; George brought in a Moog synth that quietly shows up across the sessions. Band Drama: Made during Apple business warfare and near-breakup silence—why the long “suite” feels like a last attempt to finish as a unit. Notable Myths: Paul’s barefoot walk fed the “Paul is dead” clue...
$32.98
Frank Sinatra – The Nearness Of You
Year/Genre: 1967 Jazz / Traditional PopMatrix #: SPC-3450Condition: VG Played through with no iss...
Year/Genre: 1967 Jazz / Traditional PopMatrix #: SPC-3450Condition: VG Played through with no issuesDescription: Frank Sinatra, hailing from Hoboken, New Jersey, delivers timeless vocal elegance on The Nearness of You, showcasing his mastery of phrasing and emotional nuance. This album features lush orchestral arrangements that highlight Sinatra’s ability to convey intimacy and sophistication, reflecting mid-1960s American pop and jazz sensibilities. A testament to his enduring influence on v...
$24.99
Wanda Jackson – Rockin' With Wanda
Title: Wanda Jackson – Rockin’ With WandaYear/Genre: 1960, Rockabilly/OldiesCondition: New Cultur...
Title: Wanda Jackson – Rockin’ With WandaYear/Genre: 1960, Rockabilly/OldiesCondition: New Cultural Facts: Compiles late-1950s Capitol singles from the years Wanda was shifting from country stages into the teenage rock ’n’ roll market. The leopard-print cover shot with guitar helped lock in her “Queen of Rockabilly” image for later generations. Rediscovered by 1970s–80s underground collectors, it became a key reference point for women’s history in early rock.
$19.98
Chubby Checker – For 'Teen Twisters Only
Title: Chubby Checker – For “Teen Twisters Only”Year/Genre/City: 1962, Oldies/ Twist, Philadelphi...
Title: Chubby Checker – For “Teen Twisters Only”Year/Genre/City: 1962, Oldies/ Twist, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaMatrix #: SP 7009Condition: EX Cultural Facts: Dance Craze: This sits in the early-’60s moment when dance records were basically social technology—labels rushed out LPs built for parties, teen TV shows, and the idea that a new dance could unify a room fast. Name Brand: Chubby Checker wasn’t just an artist—he became a shorthand for “the Twist” itself, which is why his catalog reads l...
$13.98
Elvis Presley - Fun in Acapulco
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@POWERPLANTRECORDS | PowerPlantRecords.com | Leave a positive Google review!Title: Elvis Presley - Fun in AcapulcoYear/Genre/Sub-Genre: 1963, Pop, SoundtrackMatrix #: LSP-2756Condition: EX Cultural Facts: Made at peak “Hollywood Elvis,” when movie roles became a controlled, reliable pipeline after the chaos of early rock ’n’ roll fame. Part of a wave of early-’60s travel fantasies—America exporting leisure and tourism myths while the Cold War stayed in the background. Elvis was navigati...
$39.98
Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock
Title: Elvis Presley – Jailhouse RockYear/Genre: 1957, oldies Matrix #: EPA 4114Condition: VG++ P...
Title: Elvis Presley – Jailhouse RockYear/Genre: 1957, oldies Matrix #: EPA 4114Condition: VG++ Plays Mint Cultural Facts: Released alongside the film of the same name, it became one of Elvis’s most iconic performances and a symbol of early rock rebellion. The EP featured songs from the Jailhouse Rock movie, marking a key moment in Elvis’s transition from musician to movie star. Its title track, written by Leiber and Stoller, has been preserved by the Library of Congress for its cultur...
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Elvis Presley – Big Boss Man / You Don't Know Me
Title: Elvis Presley – Big Boss Man / You Don't Know MeYear/Genre: 1967, Oldies Matrix #: 47-9341...
Title: Elvis Presley – Big Boss Man / You Don't Know MeYear/Genre: 1967, Oldies Matrix #: 47-9341Condition: VG++ Plays mint 7" Cultural Facts: Recorded during Elvis’s 1967 Nashville sessions, it marked a return to his blues and country roots before the 1968 comeback era. “Big Boss Man” was originally a Jimmy Reed blues hit, giving Elvis a chance to reassert his early R&B influences. “You Don’t Know Me,” from Clambake, showed his ability to blend movie soundtrack work with authenti...
$9.00
Elvis Presley – How Great Thou Art
Year/Genre: 1967 OldiesMatrix #: LSP-3758Condition: NMDescription: Elvis’ Grammy-winning gospel a...
Year/Genre: 1967 OldiesMatrix #: LSP-3758Condition: NMDescription: Elvis’ Grammy-winning gospel album showcases his powerful vocals on classics like "How Great Thou Art" and "Crying in the Chapel." A heartfelt, spiritual release that remains one of his most celebrated works. Price Estimates Based on Condition:NM: $50VG+: $40VG: $30G: $20 3/15/25 KG
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Elvis Presley – Elvis Sings Flaming Star
Title: Elvis Presley – Elvis Sings Flaming StarYear/Genre: 1969, OldiesMatrix #: CAS-2304Conditio...
Title: Elvis Presley – Elvis Sings Flaming StarYear/Genre: 1969, OldiesMatrix #: CAS-2304Condition: VG+ Cultural Facts: Originally sold through Singer sewing machine stores, making it one of the strangest distribution experiments in Elvis’s career. “Flaming Star” came from a Western film where Elvis insisted on doing many of his own riding stunts. The album became a quiet fan favorite because it collected stray soundtrack cuts that never made it onto major releases. Price Suggestions:...
$9.98
Frankie Avalon – Swingin' On A Rainbow
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@POWERPLANTRECORDS | PowerPlantRecords.com | Leave a positive Google review! Title: Frankie Avalon – Swingin’ On A RainbowYear/Genre/City: 1959, Pop, Philadelphia, PAMatrix #: CHLX 5004Condition: VG+ Cultural Facts: Media Narrative: A teen-idol built for TV variety and AM radio—image management was as important as the records in this era. Scene Ecology: Part of the Philadelphia-to-national pipeline that also fed American Bandstand culture and the Northeast singles economy. Studio Lore: ...
$15.00
Charles Mingus – Mingus Ah Um (180G Color!)
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@POWERPLANTRECORDS | PowerPlantRecords.com | Leave a positive Google review! Title: Charles Mingus – Mingus Ah UmYear/Genre/Sub-Genre/City: 1959, Jazz, Hard Bop, New York City, NYCondition: New Cultural Facts: Political Science: Mingus was outspoken on race and power; his public clashes and activism made him a rare jazz figure who didn’t “stay in his lane.” Band Drama: Known for volatile rehearsals and firing musicians on the spot—his bands ran like pressure cookers under a perfectionist ...
$19.98