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Offered Here: KISS 1975 Destroyer LP Uzbekistan 1993 Pressing
Item Details: Up for auction is an exceptionally rare and mysterious pressing of the classic rock album KISS 1975 Destroyer LP originating from Uzbekistan and released in 1993. This ultra-scarce edition mirrors the elusive Russian pressing from the same year but features unique cover artwork utilizing the original Ken Kelly sketch instead of the final painted masterpiece, believed to have been an effort to circumvent international copyright or legal issues. A true holy grail for advanced rock collectors and completists, this peculiar international variant rarely surfaces on the open market and represents a fascinating chapter in global music distribution.
Released in 1976, Destroyer was KISS's fourth studio album and their first with producer Bob Ezrin, who brought orchestral arrangements, sound effects and a more polished studio approach to a band then known chiefly for its raw live energy. The album produced several of the group's most enduring songs, including "Detroit Rock City," "Shout It Out Loud" and "God of Thunder," while the ballad "Beth," sung by drummer Peter Criss, became a top 10 hit in the United States. With its Ken Kelly cover painting of the four members in full makeup and costume, Destroyer helped define the larger-than-life KISS image that made the band one of the most widely recognized acts in rock.
Condition: The record and jacket are preserved in extremely good condition with minor signs of wear, ageing, and storage consistent with a vintage release from this region and era.
SKU: JDL1030