Gong - Flying Teapot (Deluxe, Half-Speed Mastered) (RSD 2026)
Gong - Flying Teapot (Deluxe, Half-Speed Mastered) (RSD 2026)
Format: Vinyl LP
UPC: 5061110805072
Release Date: 04/18/26
Condition: N
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Event: RECORD STORE DAY 2026
Release Date: 4/18/2026
Format: LP
Label: Charly Records
Quantity: 1000
Release type: RSD Limited Run / Regional Focus Release
Gong – Flying Teapot (half-speed master deluxe edition)
remastered from the original byg records tapes and cut for the first time ever in glorious half-speed at london’s world-famous abbey road studios, this exclusive rsd 2026 edition includes a deluxe gatefold sleeve, archival artwork, and a 16-page booklet exploring the storytelling and mythology of the beloved radio gnome invisible saga. released under byg records — the original label that recorded the album before licensing it to virgin - this definitive deluxe reissue delivers the best sound quality flying teapot has ever had: a true cosmic upgrade for gong’s mind-bending masterpiece.
originally unleashed in 1973, flying teapot kicked off the eccentric radio gnome invisible trilogy, introducing the wild, otherworldly universe of gong. here reside the pot head pixies, space-faring creatures who ride interstellar teapots and transmit transcendent messages via radio gnome invisible. at its core, the album is a surreal fusion of psychedelia, jazz improvisation, and anarchic humour, propelled by daevid allen’s visionary madness.
featuring the cult anthems “radio gnome invisible,” “flying teapot,” and “zero the hero,” this edition resurrects gong’s signature blend of absurdity and brilliance - now with stunning clarity that reveals every swirl of synth, every playful whisper, every glimmer of cosmic chaos.
half-speed mastered. fully teapot-powered.
out exclusively for record store day 2026.
Tracklist
SIDE A
1. Radio Gnome Invisible
2. Flying Teapot
SIDE B
1. The Pot Head Pixies
2. The Octave Doctors & The Crystal Machine
3. Zero The Hero And The Witch's Spell
4. Witch's Song (I Am Your Pussy)
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GRADING
GRADING
Yellow Racket assigns condition based on the Goldmine Standard for grading records.
New (N) (Not typically included in the Goldmine Standard)
New records are purchased directly from the label, distributor, or registered wholesaler. Records are still sealed. Jackets may have slight shelf wear, but media has never been played.
Mint (M)
Still sealed. Never played. No observable flaws. Items have been purchased secondhand.
Near Mint (NM)
A Near Mint (NM) record will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear.
The cover (and any additional packaging) has no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable defects.
Very Good Plus (VG+)
A Very Good Plus (VG+) record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it.
Defects should be more of a cosmetic nature, not affecting the actual playback as a whole. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches.
The disc and LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be gently marred by spindle marks, paper scuffs, wrinkled corners, etc.
Very Good (VG)
Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident, but will not overpower the music. Disc may have light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.
Labels, jackets, and inserts will have visible cosmetic flaws such as wrinkles, cut-outs, slight splitting, etc. However, it will usually have less than a dozen minor flaws.
Good (G)
A record in Good condition can be played through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present.
While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and "ticks" will almost certainly accompany the playback.
Poor (P), Fair (F)
The record may be cracked, badly warped, or won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve may be water damaged, split, or heavily marred by wear and writing.
