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The magazine was founded in September 1979 by Sean O'Mahony, who used the pen name Johnny Dean.
Answer: True
Explanation: Record Collector magazine was established in September 1979 by Sean O'Mahony, who initially used the pseudonym Johnny Dean.
Prior to establishing Record Collector, Sean O'Mahony's primary publishing venture was an official Beatles magazine, not a punk rock publication.
Answer: False
Explanation: Before founding Record Collector, Sean O'Mahony was known for publishing 'The Beatles Book' (also known as Beatles Monthly), not a magazine focused on punk rock.
The launch of Record Collector was directly influenced by the lack of interest in Beatles memorabilia ads in O'Mahony's earlier publications.
Answer: False
Explanation: The launch was influenced by the significant interest shown in small advertisements for non-Beatles records and memorabilia within reprints of 'The Beatles Book', not a lack of interest in Beatles ads.
According to the infobox, the first issue of Record Collector was published in March 1980.
Answer: True
Explanation: The infobox states that the initial issue of Record Collector was published in March 1980.
Sean O'Mahony's interest in record collecting predated the founding of Record Collector magazine; it was sparked by his earlier publishing activities.
Answer: False
Explanation: Sean O'Mahony's interest in record collecting was evident prior to founding Record Collector, stemming from his work on 'The Beatles Book'.
What does the source suggest about the relationship between The Beatles Book reprints and the founding of Record Collector?
Answer: Interest in non-Beatles ads within The Beatles Book reprints was the catalyst.
Explanation: The significant interest in advertisements for records and memorabilia of bands other than The Beatles, found within reprints of 'The Beatles Book', directly prompted the launch of Record Collector magazine.
Who founded Record Collector magazine?
Answer: Sean O'Mahony
Explanation: Sean O'Mahony is credited as the founder of Record Collector magazine.
What previous publication experience did Sean O'Mahony have before founding Record Collector?
Answer: He published an official Beatles magazine called The Beatles Book.
Explanation: Before establishing Record Collector, Sean O'Mahony's significant publishing experience included producing 'The Beatles Book'.
What specific interest shown in The Beatles Book reprints led to the creation of Record Collector?
Answer: Interest in small ads for records and memorabilia of bands *other than* The Beatles.
Explanation: The considerable interest generated by small advertisements for records and memorabilia of artists other than The Beatles within the reprints of 'The Beatles Book' was the direct catalyst for launching Record Collector.
Peter Doggett's tenure at Record Collector spanned nearly two decades, significantly shaping the magazine's identity.
Answer: False
Explanation: Peter Doggett's contribution is described as significant over a tenure of nearly 20 years, not approximately five years.
Alan Lewis, editor-in-chief, had prior editorial experience with NME and was the founding editor of Kerrang!, contrary to the assertion of no involvement.
Answer: False
Explanation: Alan Lewis had previously edited Sounds, NME, and Black Music, and he was indeed the founding editor of Kerrang!, contradicting the statement that he had no involvement.
Alan Lewis was involved in the launch of Uncut and Loaded before editing Record Collector.
Answer: True
Explanation: Prior to his role at Record Collector, Alan Lewis contributed to the launch of both Uncut and Loaded magazines.
Alan Lewis left his position as editor of Record Collector in April 2011.
Answer: True
Explanation: Alan Lewis concluded his tenure as editor of Record Collector in April 2011.
Ian McCann, who succeeded Alan Lewis as editor, had prior experience with NME, Black Echoes, and The Independent, not Melody Maker and Q magazine.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ian McCann succeeded Alan Lewis and had previously worked for NME, Black Echoes, and The Independent, not Melody Maker and Q magazine.
Ian McCann's first issue as editor focused on the 51 Best Investments in vinyl.
Answer: True
Explanation: The debut issue under Ian McCann's editorship centered on the theme of the '51 Best Investments in vinyl'.
Paul Lester took over as editor of Record Collector in 2017, succeeding Ian McCann.
Answer: True
Explanation: Paul Lester assumed the role of editor in 2017, following Ian McCann's departure.
Alan Lewis was involved in the launch of Loaded magazine prior to his editorship of Record Collector.
Answer: True
Explanation: Alan Lewis played a role in launching the magazine Loaded before taking on the editorship of Record Collector.
Which individual significantly contributed to shaping Record Collector's identity during a nearly 20-year tenure?
Answer: Peter Doggett
Explanation: Peter Doggett's nearly 20-year tenure at Record Collector was instrumental in shaping the magazine's identity and content.
Alan Lewis, editor-in-chief, had prior editorial experience with which influential music publication?
Answer: NME
Explanation: Alan Lewis, before editing Record Collector, had served as editor for influential publications including NME.
Who succeeded Alan Lewis as the editor of Record Collector magazine?
Answer: Ian McCann
Explanation: Ian McCann took over the editorship of Record Collector magazine following Alan Lewis's departure.
What was the subject matter of the debut issue under Ian McCann's editorship?
Answer: The 51 Best Investments in vinyl.
Explanation: Ian McCann's first issue as editor of Record Collector focused on the topic of the '51 Best Investments in vinyl'.
Who took over as editor of Record Collector magazine in 2017?
Answer: Paul Lester
Explanation: Paul Lester assumed the editorship of Record Collector magazine in 2017, succeeding Ian McCann.
Which of the following magazines was Alan Lewis involved with the launch of, besides Record Collector?
Answer: Uncut and Loaded
Explanation: Alan Lewis was involved in the launch of both Uncut and Loaded magazines in addition to his work with Record Collector.
Record Collector magazine asserts its position as the world's foremost authority on rare and collectible records.
Answer: True
Explanation: The magazine promotes itself as the UK's longest-running music publication and the world's leading authority on rare and collectible records.
The Beatles Monthly section became a separate publication from Record Collector with issue 7 in March 1980.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Beatles Monthly section was spun off into a separate publication starting with issue 7, released in March 1980.
In June 1980, Record Collector was characterized as a glossy A5 publication not exceeding 100 pages.
Answer: False
Explanation: In June 1980, Record Collector was described as a glossy A5 publication that did not exceed 100 pages, contradicting the description of large-format and exceeding 150 pages.
Record Collector transitioned to a full-colour publication in the year 2003.
Answer: True
Explanation: The magazine adopted a full-colour format in 2003, coinciding with a special issue focused on psychedelia.
The cover of Record Collector issue 558 (June 2024) featured an article about Pink Floyd, not The Rolling Stones.
Answer: False
Explanation: Issue 558 of Record Collector (June 2024) featured Pink Floyd on its cover, accompanied by an article titled 'THROUGH THE PAST, DARKLY', not The Rolling Stones.
What is the primary focus of Record Collector magazine?
Answer: Rare and collectible records, and the artists who created them.
Explanation: The magazine's primary focus is on the domain of rare and collectible records, alongside profiles of the artists associated with them.
According to its claims, what is Record Collector magazine's status in the music industry?
Answer: The UK's longest-running music magazine and a leading authority on rare records.
Explanation: Record Collector magazine claims to be the UK's longest-running music publication and positions itself as the world's leading authority on rare and collectible records.
When did the Beatles Monthly section cease to be part of Record Collector magazine?
Answer: March 1980
Explanation: The Beatles Monthly section transitioned into a separate publication with issue 7, which was released in March 1980.
How was Record Collector magazine physically described in June 1980?
Answer: A glossy A5 publication not exceeding 100 pages.
Explanation: In June 1980, Record Collector magazine was characterized as a glossy A5 publication with a page count under 100.
What significant change occurred for Record Collector magazine in 2003?
Answer: It became a full-colour publication.
Explanation: In 2003, Record Collector magazine transitioned to a full-colour format.
The cover of Record Collector issue 558 (June 2024) prominently featured which band?
Answer: Pink Floyd
Explanation: Issue 558 of Record Collector magazine, dated June 2024, featured Pink Floyd on its cover.
The Record Collector 100 Greatest books series focuses exclusively on psychedelic rock records.
Answer: False
Explanation: The series covers various music genres, not exclusively psychedelic rock. Published titles include '100 Greatest Psychedelic Records' and '100 Greatest Rock'N'Roll Records'.
Each book in the 100 Greatest series is written by a genre specialist and includes images of the records and their labels.
Answer: True
Explanation: The books in the '100 Greatest' series are authored by genre specialists and typically feature images of the records and their associated labels.
The published volumes in the Record Collector 100 Greatest series are '100 Greatest Psychedelic Records' and '100 Greatest Rock'N'Roll Records'; a Jazz volume has not been published.
Answer: False
Explanation: The series includes '100 Greatest Psychedelic Records' and '100 Greatest Rock'N'Roll Records', but not a volume dedicated to Jazz records.
What is the main objective of the Record Collector 100 Greatest books series?
Answer: To list the top 100 most collectible records within specific music genres.
Explanation: The primary objective of the Record Collector 100 Greatest books series is to identify and detail the top 100 most collectible records within various music genres.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a published title in the Record Collector 100 Greatest series?
Answer: 100 Greatest Soul Records
Explanation: The published titles in the series are '100 Greatest Psychedelic Records' and '100 Greatest Rock'N'Roll Records'. '100 Greatest Blues Records' and '100 Greatest Soul Records' are not listed as published titles.
The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) primarily lists vintage vinyl releases, not modern digital music.
Answer: False
Explanation: The RRPG focuses on physical media, primarily vinyl records from the 1950s onwards, not modern digital music releases.
Valuations in the RRPG are provided for records in Excellent (Mint) condition, not Good condition.
Answer: False
Explanation: All valuations provided in the RRPG are based on records being in Excellent (Mint) condition.
The RRPG generally requires records to have been commercially available in the UK, not the USA, to be included.
Answer: False
Explanation: The general requirement for inclusion in the RRPG is commercial availability in the UK, with specific exceptions noted for certain other releases.
Limited edition records with picture sleeves are typically assigned two prices in the RRPG to reflect variations.
Answer: False
Explanation: When variations exist, such as limited editions with picture sleeves, the RRPG provides two prices to account for these differences, rather than a single price.
The RRPG includes exceptions for certain UK releases intended for overseas distribution in the 1950s and 1960s.
Answer: True
Explanation: The RRPG makes exceptions for specific UK releases manufactured for overseas distribution during the 1950s and 1960s, acknowledging their collector value.
Promotional releases such as demos and acetates are included in the RRPG if they were made available to the public and possess unique material, packaging, or collector significance.
Answer: False
Explanation: Promotional items like demos and acetates are included in the RRPG if they were made available to the public and hold significance for collectors, not solely if they were never publicly released.
The transition of the Rare Record Price Guide to an online format was announced in the April 2010 issue of Record Collector magazine, not May.
Answer: False
Explanation: The announcement regarding the Rare Record Price Guide's move online was published in the April 2010 issue of Record Collector magazine.
The online version of the RRPG offers features like currency conversion and user-submitted content.
Answer: True
Explanation: The RRPG Online database includes functionalities such as currency conversion and the ability for users to contribute content.
The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) primarily lists records released from the 1950s onwards, not predominantly from the 1940s.
Answer: False
Explanation: The RRPG's focus is primarily on records released from the 1950s onward, rather than those predominantly from the 1940s.
Valuations provided in The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) are specifically for records in Excellent (Mint) condition, not Good condition.
Answer: False
Explanation: The RRPG provides valuations exclusively for records in Excellent (Mint) condition, not Good condition.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a format included in the RRPG?
Answer: 8-track cartridges
Explanation: The RRPG includes formats such as 78rpm records, 7-inch and 10-inch vinyl singles and EPs, vinyl LPs, and cassette and CD singles and albums. 8-track cartridges are not mentioned.
What specific detail does the RRPG provide for collectible releases that meet or exceed minimum value?
Answer: The full label, catalogue number, A-side/B-side listings, and price information.
Explanation: For collectible releases meeting the minimum value threshold, the RRPG provides comprehensive details including the full label, catalogue number, A-side and B-side listings, distinctive features, and price information.
The RRPG generally requires records to have been commercially available where?
Answer: United Kingdom
Explanation: The general requirement for records to be included in the RRPG is that they must have been commercially available in the United Kingdom.
Which of the following is an exception to the RRPG's UK commercial availability rule?
Answer: Records manufactured in the UK for export distribution in the 1950s/60s.
Explanation: An exception to the UK commercial availability rule includes records that were manufactured in the UK specifically for distribution abroad during the 1950s and 1960s.
What is the website address for R.C.'s Rare Record Price Guide?
Answer: rarerecordpriceguide.com
Explanation: The website address for the Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) is rarerecordpriceguide.com.
What is the primary function of The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG)?
Answer: To list artists with notable collectables and provide details/valuations.
Explanation: The primary function of The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) is to serve as a reference by listing artists with collectible releases and providing associated details and valuations.
Which of the following formats is NOT included in The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG)?
Answer: MiniDiscs
Explanation: The RRPG includes formats such as 78rpm records, vinyl singles (7-inch, 10-inch), vinyl LPs, and cassette/CD singles and albums. MiniDiscs are not listed as included.
For which condition are valuations provided in The Rare Record Price Guide?
Answer: Excellent (Mint)
Explanation: The Rare Record Price Guide provides valuations exclusively for records that are in Excellent (Mint) condition.
How does the RRPG handle variations like limited editions with picture sleeves?
Answer: It provides two prices to reflect the differences.
Explanation: The RRPG accounts for variations, such as limited editions with picture sleeves, by providing two distinct prices to reflect these differences.
What is the typical time period covered by records listed in the RRPG?
Answer: 1950s onwards
Explanation: The RRPG primarily covers records released from the 1950s onwards, encompassing a broad range of music history.
What is the general geographical requirement for records to be included in the RRPG?
Answer: Must have been commercially available in the UK.
Explanation: Generally, records must have been commercially available in the UK to be listed in the RRPG, although specific exceptions exist.
Which of the following is cited as an exception to the RRPG's UK commercial availability rule?
Answer: Records manufactured in the UK for export distribution in the 1950s/60s.
Explanation: Records manufactured in the UK for export distribution during the 1950s and 1960s are recognized as exceptions to the standard UK commercial availability requirement for the RRPG.
Why are promotional releases like demos and acetates included in the RRPG?
Answer: If they contain unique material or packaging, or are significant to collectors, and were made available to the public.
Explanation: Promotional items such as demos, test pressings, and acetates are included in the RRPG if they were made available to the public and are notable for their unique material, packaging, or collector significance.
When was the transition of the Rare Record Price Guide to an online format announced?
Answer: April 2010
Explanation: The announcement regarding the Rare Record Price Guide's transition to an online format appeared in the April 2010 issue of Record Collector magazine.
What does the "My Collection" feature on RRPG Online allow users to do?
Answer: Create a private list of records and get valuations for their collection.
Explanation: The 'My Collection' feature on the RRPG website enables users to compile a private inventory of their records and receive valuations for their personal collection.
The Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) provides valuations based on records being in what condition?
Answer: Mint
Explanation: Valuations within the Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG) are consistently based on records being in Mint condition.