Sought-after Parlophone UK mono black/gold first pressing of the Beatles' debut album, Please Please Me, beautifully signed on the reverse in bold blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Points of issue identifying this as a first pressing album cover include a "Printed and Made by Ernest Day & Co." credit on the rear, large "Mono" on the front, and "Photo: Angus McBean" credit to the lower right corner. The first pressing record features the rare black-and-gold Parlophone label, incorrect publishing credits for four songs, matrix numbers "XEX 421-1N" and "XEX 422-1N," and is complete with its polythene-lined "Use Emitex" die-cut inner sleeve. In fine condition, with some mild soiling.
Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: "The purpose of this letter is to serve as authentication of the signatures of the four members of the British Rock and Roll quartet known as The Beatles. These signatures are on the reverse of an LP cover for the band's first album in Great Britain on Parlophone Records entitled 'Please, Please Me.' All four have signed beautifully in blue ballpoint pen; John Lennon has signed under big block letters stating 'The Beatles,' while Paul McCartney and George Harrison have signed in the open white area above the name credits, with George signing directly above his. Ringo Starr has signed under his name credit, which was common for him to do with this particular title. This cover is the earliest known of the 'Please, Please Me' covers released, made by 'Ernest J. Day & Co. Ltd.' The record within is on the ultra rare 'black/gold' Parlophone label, and this one is the rarest of the rare on this label, with mistaken credits on 4 songs. This is the earliest copy known of the very first Beatles album, signed wonderfully by all, very largely and boldly."
Released on March 22nd, 1963, Please Please Me marked the beginning of Beatlemania and set a new standard for pop music with its fresh, energetic sound. With originals like 'Love Me Do' and 'I Saw Her Standing There,' it showcased the band's exceptional songwriting and harmonies, influencing countless artists and shaping the future of rock and roll. A remarkable fully signed example of the Beatles' first LP, boasting four large, bold autographs.
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