Can – Tago Mago (Vinyl 2LP | FR Original | 1971)

Can – Tago Mago is Can's 1971 double album and is regarded as one of the most influential albums in rock history. Recorded at Schloss Nörvenich with Damo Suzuki on vocals, it combines hypnotic grooves, free improvisation and early electronic sound experiments. This copy is the French first pressing on United Artists – recognisable by the missing Ⓡ on the labels.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: United Artists Records – UAS 29 211/12 X
• Format: 2 x Vinyl LP, album, stereo, gatefold
• Pressing: French original (first French UA issue without Ⓡ on the labels, late 1971/1972)
• Country: France
• Year: 1971
• Genre: Krautrock, experimental, psychedelic rock

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+ (very clean copy)
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

LP 1

1. Paperhouse (7:29)
2. Mushroom (4:08)
3. Oh Yeah (7:22)
4. Halleluwah (18:32)

LP 2

1. Aumgn (17:22)
2. Peking O (11:35)
3. Bring Me Coffee or Tea (6:47)

Personnel

Damo Suzuki (vocals), Michael Karoli (guitar), Holger Czukay (bass), Irmin Schmidt (keyboards), Jaki Liebezeit (drums).

FAQ

How do I recognise the French first pressing?
By the catalogue number UAS 29 211/12 X and by the fact that no Ⓡ symbol is printed on the labels yet.

Why are French Can pressings in demand?
Can became popular in France very early. French originals are regarded by collectors as distinct, sought-after editions.

What does Media VG+ / Cover VG+ mean?
Record and sleeve show light signs of use, with playback hardly affected. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Do you have more Can records?
Yes, for example Can – Ege Bamyasi (French original 1972) and the German Spoon edition of Tago Mago.