The Velvet Underground - The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground - The Velvet Underground

Media Condition:  Mint (M)
Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)

Format:      Box, Dlx, Ltd, 45t + CD, Album, RE, RM + CD, Album
Country:    Europe  
Released:  21 Nov 2014
Genre:       Rock
Style:         Rock & Roll, Experimental

Track List:

. The Velvet Underground ("The Val Valentin Mix")
1-1. Candy Says 4:04
1-2. What Goes On 4:54
1-3. Some Kinda Love 4:03
1-4. Pale Blue Eyes 5:39
1-5. Jesus 3:23
1-6. Beginning To See The Light 4:40
1-7. I'm Set Free 4:04
1-8. That's The Story Of My Life 2:03
1-9. The Murder Mystery 8:54
1-10. After Hours 2:07
. The Velvet Underground ("The Closet Mix")
2-1. Candy Says 4:04
2-2. What Goes On 4:35
2-3. Some Kinda Love 3:39
2-4. Pale Blue Eyes 5:43
2-5. Jesus 3:23
2-6. Beginning To See The Light 4:44
2-7. I'm Set Free 4:04
2-8. That's The Story Of My Life 2:03
2-9. The Murder Mystery 8:54
2-10. After Hours 2:10
2-11. Beginning To See The Light (Alternate "Closet Mix") 4:44
. The Velvet Underground ("Promotional Mono Mix")
3-1. Candy Says 4:04
3-2. What Goes On 4:35
3-3. Some Kinda Love 3:39
3-4. Pale Blue Eyes 5:41
3-5. Jesus 3:23
3-6. Beginning To See The Light 4:47
3-7. I'm Set Free 4:05
3-8. That's The Story Of My Life 2:04
3-9. The Murder Mystery 8:55
3-10. After Hours 2:11
3-11. What Goes On (Mono Single) 2:35
3-12. Jesus (Mono Single) 3:20
. 1969 Sessions
4-1. Foggy Notion (Original 1969 Mix) 6:58
4-2. One Of These Days (New 2014 Mix) 4:09
4-3. Lisa Says (New 2014 Mix) 3:00
4-4. I'm Sticking With You (Original 1969 Mix) 2:26
4-5. Andy's Chest (Original 1969 Mix) 2:55
4-6. Coney Island Steeplechase (New 2014 Mix) 2:32
4-7. Ocean (Original 1969 Mix) 5:13
4-8. I Can't Stand It (New 2014 Mix) 3:26
4-9. She's My Best Friend (Original 1969 Mix) 3:07
4-10. We're Gonna Have A Real Good Time Together (New 2014 Mix) 2:55
4-11. I'm Gonna Move Right In (Original 1969 Mix) 6:32
4-12. Ferryboat Bill (Original 1969 Mix) 2:12
4-13. Rock & Roll (Original 1969 Mix) 5:15
4-14. Ride Into The Sun (New 2014 Mix) 3:33
. Live At The Matrix November 26 & 27, 1969 (Part 1)
5-1. I'm Waiting For The Man 5:30
5-2. What Goes On 4:32
5-3. Some Kinda Love 4:04
5-4. Over You 3:02
5-5. We're Gonna Have A Real Good Time Together 3:25
5-6. Beginning To See The Light 5:33
5-7. Lisa Says 6:00
5-8. Rock & Roll 6:55
5-9. Pale Blue Eyes 6:00
5-10. I Can't Stand It Anymore 6:49
5-11. Venus In Furs 4:37
5-12. There She Goes Again 3:15
. Live At The Matrix November 26 & 27, 1969 (Part 2)
6-1. Sister Ray 36:53
6-2. Heroin 8:13
6-3. White Light/White Heat 8:42
6-4. I'm Set Free 4:46
6-5. After Hours 2:55
6-6. Sweet Jane 4:17

Notes: 

45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition

From the front sticker: "Features: All three mixes of the classic album remastered from the original master tapes. 14 songs recorded during 1969 for the legendary 'Great Lost 4th VU Album', presented in either their original 1969 mixes or in new 2014 mixes. 10 previously unreleased mixes in all. 18 songs from the historic Matrix shows, newly mixed from the original multitracks. Deluxe 72 page package featuring rare photos, detailed info and an essay by noted writer David Fricke."

℗ © 2014 Universal Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
© 2014 Universal Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Discs 1-4 ℗ 2014 Universal Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Discs 5-6 ℗ 2014 The Velvet Underground under licence to Universal Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.

European version according to the matrix info: "Made in Germany by EDC"

DISC 1, 2, 3:
Originally issued as MGM E/SE 4617, March 1969
Recorded November/December 1968 at T.T.G. Studios, Hollywood, California
Photo: Billy Name
Art Direction: Dick Smith

Disc 1:
The Velvet Underground ("The Val Valentin Mix")
MGM SE 4617, was released March 1969.

Disc 2:
The Velvet Underground ("The Closet Mix")
MGM SE 4617, was released March 1969.

Disc 3:
The Velvet Underground ("Promotional Mono Mix")
promo MGM E 4617, was released March 1969.

DISC 4:
Track 4-1 *: Recorded May 6, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed June 20, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Previously unreleased original mix.
Track 4-2 *: Recorded September 23, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed September 2014 at Republic Studios, New York
Previously unreleased new mix.
Track 4-3 *: Recorded October 1, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed June 20, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Previously unreleased original mix.
Track 4-4 *: Recorded May 13, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed June 20, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Previously unreleased original mix.
Track 4-5 *: Recorded May 13, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed June 19, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Previously unreleased original mix.
Track 4-6 **: Recorded May 6, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed September 2014 at Republic Studios, New York
Previously unreleased new mix.
Track 4-7 *, 4-12 **, 4-13 **: Recoreded and mixed June 19, 1969  at Record Plant Studios, New York
Track 4-8 *: Recorded May 20, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed September 2014 at Republic Studios, New York
Previously unreleased new mix.
Track 4-9 *: Recoreded and mixed May 14, 1969  at Record Plant Studios, New York
Previously unreleased original mix.
Track 4-10 **: Recorded September 30, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed September 2014 at Republic Studios, New York
Previously unreleased new mix.
Track 4-11 **: Recoreded and mixed September 27, 1969  at Record Plant Studios, New York
track 4-14 **: Recorded September 5, 1969 at Record Plant Studios, New York
Mixed September 2014 at Republic Studios, New York
Previously unreleased new mix.

* First issued on VU, Verve 823 721-2, released February 1985 ([r5223308)
** First issued on Another View, Verve 829 405-2, released July 1986 ([r486706)

DISC 5, 6
LIVE AT THE MATRIX November 26 & 27, 1969

Recorded live at The Matrix, San Francisco
Mixed at Mr. Toad,s, san Francisco, CA, Summer 2014
All mixes previously unreleased

Tracks 5-1, 5-2, 5-3, 5-4, 5-9 to 5-12, 6-2, 6-4, 6-5: previously unreleased performance
Tracks 5-3, 5-6 to 5-8, 6-3, 6-6: performance appears on 1969: The Velvet Underground Live ([m318729)
Track 6-1: performance appears on The Quine Tapes Box Set ([m35394)

Comments: 

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Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

Very Good (VG)

The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

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Poor (P), Fair (F)

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