(Cover has light aging, bumped corners, and some gloss wrinkles in front.)
Loudon Wainwright —
Album III ... LP Columbia, 1972. Near Mint- ...
$6.9919.99
Album III from Loudon Wainwright III – a fine showcase for his wry songwriting, uncommon melodies and a unpredictable niche in the 70s singer/songwriter realm! Album III continues Loudon's progression from folk influenced storyteller to more of a pop rock mode, a record that starts out with ... (Rock) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing. Cover has some ringwear, light aged spots, and is bent a bit at the corners.)
(Missing bonus EP. Cover has wear and a hype sticker.)
War & Eric Burdon —
Black Man's Burdon ... LP Far Out/MGM, 1971. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ...
$33.9939.99
A surprisingly great pairing of talents – the post-Animals Eric Burdon on vocals, and early grooves from Cali funk legends War – coming together here in a blend that still holds up beautifully after all these years! Burdon was already getting pretty soulful on the last few Animals ... (Soul) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Original US pressing. Cover has some light surface/ring wear.)
Features Ole Kock Hansen on piano, Bo Stief on bass, and Alex Riel on drums. Titles include "Set Call", "Old Folks", "I Got Rhythm", and "Sunday". (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
The brilliant 3rd album from Mike Westbrook – a sharp-edged, two volume set with a scathing anti-war theme! The work is Westbrook's first total-concept album, and it's still one of his best – written with an edge that's free from some of the more whimsical touches that showed up in ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
The brilliant 3rd album from Mike Westbrook – a sharp-edged, two volume set with a scathing anti-war theme! The work is Westbrook's first total-concept album, and it's still one of his best – written with an edge that's free from some of the more whimsical touches that showed up in ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(180 gram reissue on Audio Clarity, still sealed.)
Accompanied by Rusty Dedrick, Johnny Mince, Buddy Morrow, Dick Hyman, Bucky Pizzarelli, George Duvivier, and Don Lamond. (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
Rare early material from singer Lee Wiley – pulled from a series of V-Disc recordings, with backing by the group of guitarist Eddie Condon! Players include Jack Teagarden on trombone, Bobby Hackett on trumpet, and Pee Wee Russell on clarinet. (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 80s issue, with insert. Cover has minimal wear.)
One of the few albums ever cut by Ernie Wilkins as a leader – despite his presence as an arranger on countless jazz sessions of the 50s and 60s! Ernie's got a real flair for a tight bounce at the bottom and unusual horn formations at the top – a style that reminds us a lot of Oliver ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Original stereo pressing. Cover has light wear, some spotty aging, and a small blemish spot near the bottom.)
Flip Wilson caught live at Mr Kelly's in Chicago – really grabbing the attention of the crowd with a range of routines – some straight jokes, mixed with some of the characters that would increasingly dominate Wilson's performance – all with the sort of crossover appeal that maybe ... (Comedy) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
One of the last great albums that Jackie Wilson ever recorded – a sublime set of 70s soul that has some very different backings than before, all a perfect fit for those amazing Wilson vocals! David Van DePitte handled the arrangements – and wonderfully blends together strings and soul ... (Soul) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
A soaring solo effort from the great Philippe Wynne – a vocalist who's probably best known for his hit 70s work with The Spinners, but one who also turns out to be a hell of talent on his own! Wynne's sweet raspy vocals click into place right from the start – stretching out over a host ... (Soul) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and partially unglued bottom seam.)
If you ever needed a record to convince you that The Yardbirds are pure genius, this one is it! Roger The Engineer captures all that was great about the group at their start – their sharp guitars, their undeniable wit, and that really special way they had of turning their bluesy inspirations ... (Rock) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(70s black and silver label Columbia/EMI with two box logos.)
Rare live material from Lester Young – one of the first albums to offer up Pres in such a setting, although without some of the details and notes of other records of this nature! The vibe is definitely "live", and like some of the other Charlie Parker label releases, the record's a ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing, with deep groove. Gatefold cover has light wear, and some light staining on the bottom seam.)
A late 50s issue of some of Prez's early bop sides – mostly recorded in LA, with groups that include players like Dodo Marmarosa, Red Callender, Willie Smith, Curtis Counce, Howard McGhee, and Chico Hamilton. Tracks include "DB Blues", "Jumpin At Mesner's", "She's ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Maroon label Score pressing with deep groove! Cover has a split spine, black tape on the top seam, light surface wear, spot of marker, notes in pen on the back.)
With tracks from Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Stray Gators, The Tony & Susan Alamo Christian Foundation Orchestra & Chorus. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
(In the extravagant gatefold cover, including the printed inner sleeves. Cover has light ring wear.)
Frank Zappa —
Chunga's Revenge ... LP Bizarre/Reprise, 1970. Very Good+ Gatefold ...
$19.9939.99
One of the most jamming Zappa albums from the early days – a set that's still got some of Frank's complicated musical leanings in play – but which features interpretation by a smoking group who no doubt helped the great one reach a much larger audience! George Duke plays lots of organ ... (Rock) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has a timing strip, minimal wear.)
Frank Zappa & The Mothers —
Grand Wazoo ... LP Bizarre/Reprise, 1972. Sealed Gatefold ...
$19.9933.99
An album that has Frank Zappa really continuing to push the instrumental complexity of his music – showing the world that he's not just another long-haired casualty from the 60s, and instead an artist who just kept on getting deeper and deeper into his own really unique groove! The record's ... (Rock) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(180 gram brown marbled vinyl pressing, still sealed with hype sticker.)
Frank Zappa & The Mothers Of Invention —
Transparency ... LP Verve (UK), 1969. Near Mint- ...
$11.9916.99
A key record in showcasing Frank Zappa's blend of complicated compositions and all-out jamming – that mix of hard rock and serious songwriting that would direct his energy for most of the 70s – yet still pretty darn raw at this point! The album's a live one – with some of the ... (Rock) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label Bizarre pressing. Cover has some surface wear.)
Hmmm...we've never heard of the film, but this "soundtrack" is actually a nice Ronco compilation with a lot of groovy 70's soul cuts by both American and UK artists. Titles include "Girls" by The Moments & Whatnauts, "Dance With Me" by The Real Thing, "Living ... (Soul) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a scrape down the front and is lightly bent at the bottom right.)
With selections by Joey Dee & The Starliters, The Shirelles, Don Gardner & Dee Dee Ford, The Sensations, Shelley Fabares, Gene Chandler, Barbara Lynn, Dion, James Darren, Brian Hyland, and Little Eva. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
(Original 70s issue in a "4" cover, still sealed with a price code sticker.)
Mixed compilation featuring tracks by Andrea True Connection, Salsoul Orchestra, Ritchie Family, Gwen McCrae, Kool & The Gang, Walter Murphy, KC & The Sunshine Band, George McCrae, Crown Heights Affair, Flash Cadillac & The Continental Kids, and Ecstasy Passion & Pain. (Soul) LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed with some sticker remnants at the top right corner.)
One of the oddest titles in the Funky Delicacies series, but some great grooves nonetheless – and the kind of music that really shows the label opening up a bit more than before! Lots of the cuts here fall into the space between funk and uptempo soul – tracks that groove at a pace that' ... (Funky Compilations) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
With selections by Ray Anthony, Yma Sumac, Billy May & His Afro Cubans, Les Paul, Hollywood Bowl Symphony, Concert Art Percussionists, Ballet Theatre Orchestra, Hollywood String Quartet, and Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Liner notes written by Charles Fowler. (Now Sound) LP, Vinyl record album
(Red & gold label pressing in the box package, with booklet. Booklet has some spotty aging. Box has light wear and a split wrap-around.)
With selections by Ann Wilson, Meli'sa Morgan, Ashford & Simpson, Martha Davis, Ratt, Marlon Jackson, Robbie Buchanan, Michel Columbier, and John Barry. (Soundtracks) LP, Vinyl record album
With selections by The Dreamlovers, The Valentines, The Five Satins, The Eldorados, The Moonglows, The Pastels, The Chantels, The Four Seasons, The Willows, The Spaniels, and The Channels. (Soul) LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 60s issue, still sealed with a light sticker spot and a hole in back where the purchase date was written on the cover.)
With selections by The Drifters, The Moonglows, The Flamingos, The Eldorados, The Chantels, Lee Andrews & The Hearts, The Temptations, The Bobettes, The Crests, and The Cadillacs. (Soul) LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 60s issue, still sealed with some sticker remnants and a hole in back where the purchase date was written on the cover.)
With selections by The Monotones, The Nutmegs, The Dells, The Spaniels, Dion & The Belmonts, The Moonglows, The Pastels, The Cadillacs, The Chanels, The Fiestas, and The Heartbeats. (Soul) LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 60s issue, still sealed with a light sticker spot and a hole in back where the purchase date was written on the cover.)
With selections by The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, Dee D Hope, The Turtles, The Trashmen, Bruce Johnston, Tradewinds, and The Surfaris. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
With selections by Fats Domino, Dave Bartholomew, Smiley Lewis, Smilin' Joe, Archibald, Earl King, Huey Smith & The Clowns, Ford Eaglin, Joe Houston, and Big Jay McNeely. (Soul) LP, Vinyl record album
Includes selections by Led Zeppelin, Loudon Wainwright III, Gordon Haskell, Dr John, Buffalo Springfield, Delaney & Bonnie, Cactus, Jonathan Edwards, J Geils Band, John Prine, and Yes. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes fold-out Atlantic catalog. Cover has light wear and unglued seams.)
Essential 2LP set of rare R&B material from the legendary Okeh label – known to many as one of the 50's best labels for the genre! Sure, you'll find a few hits on here – like Screamin Jay Hawkins' "I Put A Spell On Your" – but the real nice bits are the obscurer ... (Soul) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
With selections by Bobby Freeman, The Clovers, Fats Domino, The Rivingtons, Johnny Darrow, The Everglades, Robert Parker, Human Beinz, The Beach Boys, The Silhouettes, The Five Keys, The Roller, The Senors, Johnny Otis, and The Larks. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
RCA issued these "Stereo Action – The Sound Your Eyes Can Follow" records to demonstrate how "stereo" worked. This is a compilation of instrumental tracks that do indeed float in and out of the stereo channels and it's a fun bunch of songs. Tracks include "Flight Of ... (Now Sound) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Includes heavy inner sleeve. Die-cut cover has a small bottom seam split.)
Nice comp of old school cuts including "PSK What Does It Mean?" by Schoolly D, "Ego Trippin" by Ultramagnetic MCs, "Rockin It" by Fearless Four, "Body Rock" by Treacherous Three, "Going Way Back" by Just Ice, "Bring The Beat Back" by ... (Hip Hop) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Vinyl has a short click on the first song on side 4. Cover has light edge wear, promo sticker.)
Features Blue Heaven Chorus of San Francisco, United Life Of Los Angeles, Golden Gate Jazz Band Of San Francisco, Snow White Chorus Of Seattle, and more. (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
Poll winners from the Japanese scene of the late 50s – stepping out in a special live performance from the time! The album's almost got a Verve Records sort of feel – especially from the all-star tip – and tunes are more swing than bop, although there's definitely a few modern ... (Jazz) read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(70s Japanese pressing, with insert – SKK 3019. Cover has some light wear, but vinyl is great!)
Label sampler with selections by Yanni, Patrick O'Hearn, Lucia Hwong, Sanford Ponder, Leo Kottke, Eddie Jobson, and Jerry Goodman. (Rock) LP, Vinyl record album
Various —
Zapped! ... LP Regency, 1982. Sealed ...
$9.9914.99
With selections by David Pomeranz, Plain Jane, Rick Derringer, Keane Brothers, What, The Twisters, Greg Mathieson Project, and Devinstated. (Soundtracks) LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed, with a promo stamp and tracklist sticker.)