Mott The Hoople (October 18, 1974) – Saturday Gig / Medley: Jerkin’ Crocus / Sucker / Violence Single UK: 7"
Updated: Oct 18
Released by CBS in the UK on October 18, 1974, “Saturday Gig” was issued as a 7-inch single backed with a medley of “Jerkin’ Crocus”, “Sucker” and “Violence”. Written by Ian Hunter and produced by Mott The Hoople, the single reached No. 41 on the UK chart.
“Saturday Gig” appeared as the principal side of the release, running 3:50, while the reverse presented the 4:20 medley. The release was a UK production and appeared in several domestic configurations, including solid-centre, knock-out-centre and promotional pressings.
The international release history was extensive, with editions appearing across Europe, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, New Zealand and Japan, followed by later releases in Italy and Yugoslavia.
RELEASE HISTORY
Artist: Mott The HoopleTitle: Saturday GigUK Release Date: October 18, 1974Label: CBSCatalogue Number: S CBS 2754Format: 7", 45 RPM SingleCountry: United KingdomGenre: RockProducer: Mott The HoopleUK Chart Peak: No. 41
PRODUCTION
“Saturday Gig” was written by Ian Hunter and produced by Mott The Hoople.
The B-side medley combines three earlier compositions. “Jerkin’ Crocus” is credited to Ian Hunter, while “Sucker” is credited to Ian Hunter, Mick Ralphs and Overend Watts, and “Violence” to Ian Hunter and Mick Ralphs.
The UK labels identify the release as “A U.K. Production.”
UK PRESSING VARIANTS
Format | Label | Catalogue Number | Notes |
7", 45 RPM | CBS | S CBS 2754 | Solid centre |
7", 45 RPM | CBS | S CBS 2754 | Knock-out centre |
7", 45 RPM | CBS | S CBS 2754 | Promotional pressing |
INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS
Country / Territory | Label | Catalogue Number | Year | Format / Notes |
Europe | CBS | CBS 2754 | 1974 | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Germany | CBS | CBS S 2754 | 1974 | 7", 45 RPM |
Germany | CBS | CBS S 2754 | 1974 | Promotional 7" |
Netherlands | CBS | CBS 2754 | 1974 | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
New Zealand | CBS | BA 461565 | 1974 | 7", 45 RPM |
Spain | CBS | CBS 2754 | 1974 | 7", 45 RPM |
Japan | CBS/Sony | SOPB 311 | 1974 | Promotional 7", Stereo; titled “The Saturday Gigs” |
Japan | CBS/Sony | SOPB 311 | 1975 | 7", 45 RPM; titled “The Saturday Gigs” |
Italy | CBS | CBS 2754 | 1975 | 7" |
Yugoslavia | CBS | CBS 2754 | 1975 | 7", 45 RPM |
TRACKLIST
Side A | |
Saturday Gig | 3:50 |
Side B | |
Medley: Jerkin’ Crocus / Sucker / Violence | 4:20 |
SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, RockfilesUK.
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