{"product_id":"cold-chisel-cold-chisel","title":"Cold Chisel, Cold Chisel","description":"\u003cp\u003eTheir First Album\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith KENDUN in the runout groove, high quality Audio from this original press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard to find originals in this condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Cold Chisel \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eCold Chisel\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Debut Studio Album (Original Vinyl Release) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e April 24, 1978 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Atlantic Records (Catalog: 600038) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Pub Rock \/ Blues Rock \/ Hard Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e Formed in Adelaide in 1973, Cold Chisel’s self-titled debut was the result of five years spent honing their \"tough outsider\" sound in the grueling Australian pub circuit. Recorded at Trafalgar Studios in Sydney and produced by Peter Walker (formerly of the band Bakery), the album was rushed to release to coincide with a tour opening for Foreigner. While songwriter Don Walker later expressed some embarrassment over the \"flowery\" nature of his early lyrics, the record is now revered as a raw, elemental capture of lightning in a bottle. It peaked at #38 on the Australian charts, marking the beginning of their reign as the definitive voice of Australian working-class rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a masterclass in dynamic range, moving from aggressive boogie-rock to sophisticated, jazz-inflected blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Anthem:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the legendary \"Khe Sanh.\" Despite being banned from commercial radio upon release due to its lyrical content regarding a disillusioned Vietnam veteran, it became a permanent fixture of Australian culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVocal Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases the dual threat of Jimmy Barnes’ \"razor-wire\" screams on tracks like \"Juliet\" and Ian Moss’ soulful, liquid lead vocals on \"One Long Day\" and \"Rosaline.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInstrumental Prowess:\u003c\/b\u003e Highlighted by Don Walker’s gritty organ work and the locked-in rhythm section of Phil Small (Bass) and Steve Prestwich (Drums).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGuest Personnel:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes notable saxophone contributions from Joe Camilleri (Jo Jo Zep \u0026amp; The Falcons) and Wilbur Wilde (Ol' 55).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Pressing \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e As a cornerstone of Australian rock history, original 1978 pressings are highly prized for their historical weight and specific sonic qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eAtlantic\u003c\/b\u003e label (distributed by WEA) with the catalog number \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003e600038\u003c\/b\u003e. Original Australian pressings feature a distinct \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003egatefold sleeve\u003c\/b\u003e with artwork by Abby Beaumont.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"KENDUN\" Stamp:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality early pressings often feature a \"KENDUN\" stamp in the runout (dead wax), indicating the masters were sent to the world-renowned Kendun Recorders in the US for superior fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Challenges:\u003c\/b\u003e Because this album was a staple of \"pub rock\" households and parties throughout the late 70s, finding a \"Near Mint\" copy with a clean, un-battered gatefold is becoming increasingly difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2016 Reissue:\u003c\/b\u003e A 180g reissue was released in 2016 through Universal\/CCLP001, which is an excellent alternative for listeners seeking a quiet, \"heavy wax\" experience without the premium price of a 1978 first press.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Cold Chisel, Self-Titled, 1978 Vinyl, Khe Sanh, Jimmy Barnes, Ian Moss, Pub Rock, Australian Rock, Atlantic 600038, First Pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e Australian Rock Foundations, Pub Rock Legends, First Pressing Grails, Essential 70s Rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Midnight Oil, The Angels, INXS, Richard Clapton, Jimmy Barnes (Solo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cold Chisel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51353736544573,"sku":"5568","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/Cold-Chisel-debut.jpg?v=1770262329","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/cold-chisel-cold-chisel","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}