Gillan 1979 | Mr Universe

Gillan – Mr. Universe (1979 UK Vinyl LP) – A Porky Prime Cut – NM/VG

An excellent opportunity to own an early UK pressing of Mr. Universe, the classic 1979 hard rock album from Gillan, fronted by legendary former Deep Purple vocalist Ian Gillan.

Released on Acrobat Records in 1979, Mr. Universe captures the raw energy, powerful vocals and driving guitar work that established Gillan as one of Britain's formidable hard rock acts at the end of the 1970s.

Featuring fan favourites including Secret of the Dance, Roller, She Tears Me Down and the epic title track Mr. Universe, this album combines classic British hard rock with the heavier sound that would help define the emerging New Wave of British Heavy Metal.

Original UK Pressing – George Peckham Mastering

This copy is particularly appealing for collectors thanks to the A PORKY PRIME CUT inscription on both sides of the vinyl.

These inscriptions identify mastering work by renowned British cutting engineer George Peckham, affectionately known as Porky, whose distinctive runout markings appear on numerous highly regarded rock recordings.

The early A//1 and B//2 matrix numbers, together with the original Acrobat Records label, are consistent with an early UK pressing.

Pressing Details

Artist: Gillan

Album: Mr. Universe

Year: 1979

Country: United Kingdom

Label: Acrobat Records

Catalogue Number: ACRO 3

Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo, 33⅓ RPM

Genre: Hard Rock / Heavy Rock

Mastering: George Peckham – A Porky Prime Cut (both sides)

Matrix / Runout Information

Side A: ACRO 3 A//1▽E PS 11 3 – A PORKY PRIME CUT

Side B: ACRO 3 B//2▽E PS L1 1 – A PORKY PRIME CUT

The runout details are included to assist collectors in identifying this particular pressing.

Track Listing

Side One

Second Sight

Secret of the Dance

She Tears Me Down

Roller

Mr. Universe

Side Two

Vengeance

Puget Sound

Dead of Night

Message in a Bottle

Fighting Man

Condition – NM / VG

Vinyl: Near Mint (NM)

The vinyl is in outstanding visual condition, with no significant visible marks or scratches. An exceptionally well-preserved example for a record dating from 1979.

Outer Sleeve: Very Good (VG)

The original outer sleeve shows visible signs of age, handling and general storage wear, consistent with its VG grading. It remains a presentable example of this classic release.

Inner Sleeve: Plain White Paper

Supplied with a plain white paper inner sleeve. No original illustrated or lyric inner sleeve is included.

Record Grading & Dispatch

All records at Comfortably Spun are visually graded in accordance with the Goldmine grading system. Unless specifically stated, vinyl has not been play-tested, and visual grading does not guarantee completely noise-free playback.

The photographs show the actual record and sleeve you will receive, allowing you to assess their condition before purchasing.

Your record will be carefully cleaned before dispatch and securely packaged in suitable protective vinyl record packaging.

Why Add This to Your Collection?

With its original 1979 UK Acrobat Records label, early matrix numbers, Near Mint vinyl and George Peckham's distinctive A PORKY PRIME CUT mastering on both sides, this is a desirable copy of an essential album from Ian Gillan's post-Deep Purple career.

An excellent addition to any collection of classic British hard rock, Deep Purple-related releases or vintage heavy rock vinyl.