Who - Quadrophenia / First Press - "Quadrophenia" is a rock opera by The Who, released as a double album on October 26, 1973. It's one of the band's most ambitious works, both musically and thematically, and is considered one of their greatest achievements. The album was conceived by The Who's primary songwriter, Pete Townshend, and it tells the story of a young mod named Jimmy, his struggles with identity, and his search for meaning in mid-1960s Britain. Quadrophenia is a monumental work in The Who's catalog, reflecting the energy and complexity of youth. The combination of a compelling narrative, rich musical composition, and connection to the cultural zeitgeist of 1960s Britain makes it a timeless piece of rock history. Exploring themes of identity and belonging, the album continues to resonate with listeners and has secured its place as a seminal work in rock music. Rare Japan First Press 1973 With OBI And All Inserts Tracklist: A1 I Am The Sea A2 The Real Me A3 Quadrophenia A4 Cut My Hair A5 The Punk Meets The Godfather B1 I'm One B2 The Dirty Jobs B3 Helpless Dancer B4 Is It In My Head B5 I've Had Enough C1 5:15 C2 Sea And Sand C3 Drowned C4 Bell Boy D1 Doctor Jimmy D2 The Rock D3 Love, Reign O'er Me 5 Bass, Horns, Vocals – John Entwistle Lead Vocals – Roger Daltrey Percussion, Vocals – Keith Moon Piano – Chris Stainton (tracks: B2, C1, C3) Recorded By [Special Effects] – Pete Townshend, Rod Houison, Ron Nevison Voice Actor [News Was Read By] – John Curle Notes Japanese first issue, CBS/Sony & Track Record (without MCA reference). Condition: LP´s / VG+ to Near Mint (only slight scratches from the years with no effect) OBI / Near Mint (wrinkles) Backside VG+ ( wrinkles age spots, an a repaired 1cm cut,down) Cover / VG+ (Innenfutter hat keine sichtbaren Flecken oder Schimmel. Picture Booklet / VG +to NM (The booklet has a few thin stains and mold on the front and back and is in good condition when opened.) Jpn. Booklet / VG+ (stains) Please understand that there are individual differences in perception the pictures and the description of the condition, is the scope (what is not !! at the pictures or description of the condition is not included) and the state of the LP or Single…! ★ Another "Must have "! From The Who In A Very Rare Complete First Press Release ★ ★★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time ★★★ You will receive all of your valuable auctions in a special LP box so that nothing can happen to your LP during transport (see pictures) ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) An offer exclusive from the seller : BLACKGOLD-MEMORABILIA Thank´s for your interest. Check out our other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania, Portugal,Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post ★★★ No delivery to Gran Canaria ★★★ No delivery to the Arab region ★★★ The B/W picture of the Who Logo is not included in the scope of delivery and are only used for documentation.