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First edition, rush-released in July 1956. Two versions of the sleeve were printed, 'Hound dog' is the more common.
On July 25, 1956 'Hound dog' entered the Billboard's Hot 100 chart at #2 and the Country and the Rhythm & Blues charts at #1.
On August 8, 'Don't be cruel' entered at #1 on both the Hot 100, the Country and the Rhythm & Blues charts.
Rare version of first edition, black RCA Victor label with horizontal silver line.
Very first edition (-1S), black RCA Victor label with dog on top.