Supertramp - Crime Of The Century / Special Jpn. Release With Rare White OBI - LP - Japanese pressing - 1979

Supertramp

-were an English rock band formed in London in 1969. Characterized by the individual songwriting of founders Roger Hodgson (vocals, keyboards and guitars) and Rick Davies (vocals and keyboards), they excel at blending progressive rock and pop, and for a sound that leans heavily on electric piano supported by Wurlitzer.

The band was originally a prog rock group, but beginning with their third album, Crime of the Century (1974), they moved towards a more pop-oriented sound.
They reached their commercial peak in 1979 with Breakfast in America, which spawned the international Top 10 singles "The Logical Song", "Breakfast in America", "Goodbye Stranger" and "Take the Long Way Home". Her other Top 40 hits included "Dreamer" (1974), "Give a Little Bit" (1977) and "It's Raining Again" (1982).

As of 2017, Supertramp album sales exceeded 75 million. They gained great popularity in North America, Europe, South Africa and Australia. Their highest sales were in Canada, where they had two diamond-certified (10x platinum) albums (Crime of the Century and Breakfast in America) and their only number-one singles (“The Logical Song” and “Dreamer”).

★★★ Supertramp – Crime Of The Century
A&M – AMP-7045 | Japan | Rare White OBI Version

This Japanese pressing of Crime Of The Century with the rare white OBI is one of the most sought-after editions of Supertramp’s iconic 1974 album. Issued by A&M Records for the Japanese market, catalog number AMP-7045, this version is especially prized by collectors due to its scarcity and distinctive white OBI strip, which is far less common than standard variants.

Musically, Crime Of The Century is widely regarded as Supertramp’s masterpiece, blending progressive rock, art rock, and pop sensibility with exceptional songwriting and atmospheric production. Tracks such as School, Bloody Well Right, Dreamer, and Crime Of The Century showcase the band’s dynamic range, emotional depth, and the contrasting vocal styles of Roger Hodgson and Rick Davies.

The Japanese AMP-7045 pressing is renowned for its excellent sound quality, offering clarity, strong dynamics, and a wide soundstage. The album’s intricate arrangements—layered keyboards, punchy bass lines, precise percussion, and expressive vocals—are presented with warmth and detail, benefiting from the high manufacturing standards and quiet vinyl typical of Japanese pressings from this era.

The presence of the rare white OBI significantly enhances the collectability of this release, as complete copies in such condition are increasingly difficult to find. Combined with the album’s legendary status, this edition represents both an outstanding listening experience and a premium archival item.

A standout Japanese pressing of a timeless progressive rock classic, this version is an essential piece for Supertramp fans, audiophiles, and serious vinyl collectors.


Tracklist:
A1 School
A2 Bloody Well Right
A3 Hide In Your Shell
A4 Asylum

B1 Dreamer
B2 Rudy
B3 If Everyone Was Listening
B4 Crime Of The Century

Condition:
LP / Excellent (light scratches visible, no effect of the playback)
OBI / Near Mint (wrinkles)
Cover / Excellent (wrinkles, light corner pressure )
Booklet / Near Mint
Please understand that there are individual differences in perception


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