Elvis Presley Heartbreak Hotel / I Was the One RCA Australia 45rpm Single

Key Details:

• Artist: Elvis Presley

• A-Side: Heartbreak Hotel

• B-Side: I Was the One

• Label: RCA Records Australia

• Catalogue No.: 10119

• Format: 7” Vinyl Single

• Speed: 45 RPM

• Country of Pressing: Australia

• Era: 1956–1957 (Australian pressing)

• Genre: Rock & Roll / Rockabilly

• Language: English

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Mini Story

Few records define the birth of rock ’n’ roll like Heartbreak Hotel. Issued in Australia by RCA during Elvis Presley’s explosive rise to fame, this iconic single captures the haunting, echo-driven sound that made Elvis a global phenomenon. Backed with I Was the One, it remains a cornerstone release for collectors of early rock ’n’ roll and Elvis memorabilia.

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Condition

Condition: Good – vintage, played copy. See detailed notes below.

This is a genuine vintage Australian RCA 45rpm single:

• Vinyl shows visible surface marks and light scuffing consistent with age and regular use

• Record has been play-tested and played through without skipping and sounded fine

• Playback may vary depending on turntable and stylus used

• Original RCA Australia paper sleeve present, with heavy wear, creasing, edge splits and handwritten annotations

• Centre intact

• No repairs or restoration attempted

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