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I remember the first rock and roll album I bought was also the first thing I ever bought with my own money, and without asking my mom's permission. I think I was 14 years old. That album was "Sheer Heart Attack" by Queen. I remember the first time I heard the title track on the radio - it was the most unique sound I'd ever heard and I loved the song immediately.
Before that, the first pop album I ever bought was "The Partridge Family Album". I think I was about 9 years old. I had my mom's permission, but for some reason, she wasn't around at the moment. (This was back in the day when kids could wander around by the themselves without fears of kidnapping.) When the cashier clerk rang up the total, I was unprepared for how much tax there would be and I didn't have enough money. The clerk was annoyed, but dug into her pocket and gave me the extra .15 cents. I was very appreciative.