Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Vinyl Records

A Collection of Vinyl Records including Van der Graaf Generator Pink Scroll LP, David Bowie Picture Discs, and The Smiths Singles - This extensive collection of vinyl records comprises a group of LPs, 12 inch EPs, and 7 inch singles, primarily covering genres such as progressive rock, post-punk, new wave, reggae, and ska. A primary highlight is the Van der Graaf Generator LP The Least We Can Do is Wave to Each Other, featuring the collectible first pressing pink scroll Charisma label, catalogue number CAS 1007. Other significant LPs include the original UK gatefold Moontan by Golden Earring on Track Record (2406-112), and rare limited edition pressings by Father Yod and The Spirit of 76 on the Swordfish label, including the titles Contraction (SWFLP7) and Expansion (SWFLP8). The collection is rich in David Bowie material, including 12 inch picture discs of Ziggy Stardust (BOPIC 1) and Aladdin Sane, alongside singles such as Life on Mars and Loving the Alien. There is a strong representation of The Smiths with multiple 7 inch and 12 inch singles such as Hand in Glove, Sheila Take a Bow (RTT 196), Ask, and Panic. The Cure is well-represented with titles including Primary, The Caterpillar, and a limited edition purple vinyl pressing of Pictures of You. A significant portion of the collection consists of original 1960s and 70s ska and reggae 7 inch singles on labels such as Trojan, Blue Beat, Blue Cat, Doctor Bird, and Rio, featuring artists like Justin Hinds and The Ethiopians. Notable alternative and indie titles include items by The Fall, Cocteau Twins, The Birthday Party, and The KLF. Further LPs include Kate Bush The Kick Inside (Harvest), Frank Zappa 200 Motels, and Linton Kwesi Johnson Forces of Victory. For additional visual documentation of this lot, please find more pictures on our Facebook page.