Vintage RCA Reference Recording of Papa Doo Run Run's "Be True to Your School," produced by Beach Boys member Bruce Johnston. The 7" reference disc features an RCA Recording reference label handwritten by Johnston, identifying "Papa Doo Run Run," "Be True to Your School," a running time of 2:55, and the production notation "Produced by Bruce Johnston." An especially interesting piece of Beach Boys-related recording history, "Be True to Your School" was originally recorded by the Beach Boys in 1963, while Johnston later produced Papa Doo Run Run's rendition for RCA. The disc represents a behind-the-scenes production artifact from the recording process, further distinguished by Johnston's handwritten studio notations directly on the reference label. Measuring approximately 7" in diameter and in fine condition. A scarce and fascinating studio reference recording with a strong Beach Boys connection, personally annotated by Bruce Johnston and further enhanced by its provenance from the personal collection of music industry executive Chip Rachlin. Provenance: From the personal collection of music industry executive Chip Rachlin.
Provenance
Charles "Chip" Rachlin (1949–2023) built a distinguished career in the music and entertainment industry spanning more than five decades. His passion for live music began as a teenager promoting concerts while attending Summit High School before joining legendary concert promoter Bill Graham at the Fillmore East. Mentored by industry executive Herb Spar, Rachlin later joined ICM in Los Angeles, where he became Billy Joel's first booking agent while also representing artists including the Eagles, the Beach Boys, America, and many others. Rachlin later managed The Kinks before reuniting with Bill Graham as tour administrator for the Rolling Stones' landmark 1981 and 1982 tours. During the early years of MTV, he served as Director of Acquisitions before founding his own production company, Screenlink, where he continued consulting for and managing artists throughout the entertainment industry. Drawn from Chip Rachlin's personal archive, this collection reflects a lifetime spent at the center of the music business. Featured throughout are vintage concert T-shirts, music industry sales awards, vintage concert posters—including several original Bill Graham concert posters—behind-the-scenes photographs, original documents, and other artifacts accumulated over decades in the industry. Offering direct provenance from one of the industry's most respected executives, the Chip Rachlin Collection presents collectors with a rare opportunity to acquire material assembled and preserved over a lifetime in music.


























