Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery (1973) - Original US Pressing Vinyl LP

A legendary progressive rock masterpiece! This is the original 1973 US pressing of ELP’s iconic “Brain Salad Surgery” album, featuring the unforgettable die-cut gatefold cover artwork by H.R. Giger. The innovative die-cut window reveals different album artwork beneath - showcasing Giger’s biomechanical artistry that would later inspire his work on the film Alien.
Condition: Good vintage condition with wear consistent with age and use. Cover shows surface wear, edge wear, corner bumping, and minor splits/tears (see photos). Die-cut window mechanism intact. Gatefold opens fully to reveal the stunning inner artwork. Vinyl condition is good.

• Artist: Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP)
• Album: Brain Salad Surgery
• Year: 1973
• Label: Manticore Records
• Catalogue: MC66669
• Pressing: Original US pressing - Manticore Records Limited, distributed by Atlantic Recording Corporation
• Format: Vinyl LP, Gatefold with die-cut cover
• Iconic H.R. Giger artwork
• Classic tracks include: “Karn Evil 9,” “Jerusalem,” “Still…You Turn Me On”
A must-have for progressive rock collectors and ELP fans. This album is considered one of the greatest prog rock releases of all time, and the Giger artwork makes it one of the most visually striking album covers in rock history.