20th May, 2025 10:00
The Annie Nightingale Collection
JOHN & YOKO/ THE PLASTIC ONO BAND - HAPPY XMAS (WAR IS OVER) 7" (UK DEMO - W/ PRESS RELEASE CARD - APPLE - R5970)
JOHN & YOKO/ THE PLASTIC ONO BAND - HAPPY XMAS (WAR IS OVER) 7" (UK DEMO - W/ PRESS RELEASE CARD - APPLE - R5970). A scarce original UK 7" demo pressing of Happy Xmas (War Is Over)/ Listen, The Snow Is Falling by John & Yoko/ The Plastic Ono Band. Includes a 'Fresh From Apple' release information card, inside it displays images of hot air balloons that have Happy Xmas messages on and in the centre the release information, date etc. The record (R5970, 1971 UK demo pressing on Apple. 4-prong centre labels are bright and clean. The record is Ex+ condition, would benefit from a light professional clean. Record comes in a plain white paper sleeve).
Sold for £190
Hammer Price
JOHN & YOKO/ THE PLASTIC ONO BAND - HAPPY XMAS (WAR IS OVER) 7" (UK DEMO - W/ PRESS RELEASE CARD - APPLE - R5970). A scarce original UK 7" demo pressing of Happy Xmas (War Is Over)/ Listen, The Snow Is Falling by John & Yoko/ The Plastic Ono Band. Includes a 'Fresh From Apple' release information card, inside it displays images of hot air balloons that have Happy Xmas messages on and in the centre the release information, date etc. The record (R5970, 1971 UK demo pressing on Apple. 4-prong centre labels are bright and clean. The record is Ex+ condition, would benefit from a light professional clean. Record comes in a plain white paper sleeve).
Auction: The Annie Nightingale Collection, 20th May, 2025
We are thrilled to present this exclusive sale of an exceptional collection of vinyl records and memorabilia from the legendary DJ Annie Nightingale.
As the first female presenter on BBC Radio 1 and a true icon of music broadcasting, Annie's influence spans decades and genres. This unique collection offers a rare glimpse into her extraordinary career, featuring personally curated vinyl, signed items, radio ephemera, and music memorabilia that reflect her passion, taste, and legacy.
Whether you're a dedicated fan, a vinyl collector, or a music history enthusiast, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a piece of broadcasting history.
Check out this BBC programme, Punk & New Wave Years with Annie Nightingale to find out more about how Annie Nightingale led the way as Radio 1's first female DJ and introduced a generation to exciting new sounds as the face of the Old Grey Whistle Test from 1978. Back then, punk was hard to find on mainstream television and Annie sought to build a platform for young people to have their say.
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