Amazing Parlophone UK mono pressing of the Beatles' debut album, Please Please Me, stunningly signed on the reverse in bold black felt tip by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Points of issue identifying this as a third 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 third pressing record features the standard black-and-yellow 'block letter' Parlophone label with silver text, "The Parlophone Co. Ltd" to start the perimeter print, and matrix numbers "XEX 421-1N" and "XEX 422-1N"; complete with its polythene-lined "Use Emitex" die-cut inner sleeve. In fine condition, with light surface, edgewear, and dings to the album's upper seam. Accompanied by certificates of authenticity from Tracks and Fab Four Memorabilia Ltd, noting that the autographs date to circa 1963, and observing: "The autographs are extremely large and well-spaced making this one of the finest examples of the album in existence."
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 superior fully signed example of the Beatles' first LP, boasting four huge, boldly penned autographs.
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