A routinely great artist, much of Sufjan's universal appeal comes from his skills as a gifted narrator, pairing personal musings on love and devotion with commentary on American culture, whilst welding folk and electronica, the ambient and existential. The album features iconic tracks such as “Paranoid,” “War Pigs,” and “Iron Man,” which have since become mainstays in the world of rock and heavy metal.

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Just make sure it has a GATEFOLD - there were some counterfeit "NEMS" LP's on 180 gram vinyl that were released about ten years ago which aren't good, but they are easily recognized by the "180 Gram" sticker and the fact that they are not gatefold sleeves. I have a 1985 German NEMS press that sounds fantastic and I got cheap, but I almost never play it cause of Evil Woman. The deluxe edition of Paranoid, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is available as a five-LP/four-CD set.Critics have praised the album for its lasting impact on the music scene, as evidenced by its 50th-anniversary edition’s release in 2020. Whether it’s a first-time listener or a die-hard fan, the vinyl edition of “Paranoid” offers an unrivaled listening experience. It wasn't among those mastered by Sean Magee and others have said that it has goosed-up bass and too much noise reduction. The vinyl edition of Black Sabbath’s Paranoid features a classic gatefold cover, reflecting the original 1970 release source.

Black Sabbath – Paranoid (1976, Vinyl) - Discogs Black Sabbath – Paranoid (1976, Vinyl) - Discogs

what has me confused is that the machine stamped "O" would indicate a Winchester pressing and the pressing rings match any other record i have from the Capitol Records plant in Winchester,, but nowhere is there any evidence of the —◁ etching in the dead-wax/matrix area that is on every other Winchester pressing i have ever seen or owned. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Over the last few months he has disarmed packed rooms of rowdy concert goers, leaving them silent as they hold fast to every syllable sung. In the 1960s, the hippie culture saw Birmingham become a vessel of musical activity, but it wasn't until Black Sabbath formed in 1968 that the city's overt bleakness motivated the birth of a thick and aggressive sound that reflected the reverberating cacophony of factories and steelworks. This edition stays true to the original, maintaining a nostalgic and visually captivating presence for collectors and fans alike.

I compared it to a 71 LP pressing and sounds very good and I can hear more of the reverb in the mix, my LP might be a little warn as its over 5o years old but still in great shape.

Black Sabbath – Paranoid (1976, Vinyl) - Discogs

It includes live recordings and offers a fresh listening experience of this metal masterpiece source. The first issue (this release) had an erroneous copyright warning stating that “Copyright subsists in all Stereo recordings…”. When examining the album’s tracks, it becomes even more evident why “Paranoid” gained its revered status.There is so much great information in there, so many awesome photos, and reading through it really enriches the experience. In a review by Post-Trash, the 50th Anniversary Edition of the album is praised for its tender prog ballad infused with hazy psychedelic flourishes.