Gospel — In Stock
Spiritual sounds with plenty of soul -- gospel groups, choirs, sermons, and even some gospel funk too!
CDs (36) new/used, Vinyl (86) new/used, LPs (82) new/used, 12-inch (1 used), 7-inch (2 used), 78 RPM (1), All (122)
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Yolanda Adams —
Mountain High Valley Low ... CD 
Elektra, 1999. Used ... $2.99
... CD
(Out of print.)
Warmer/Kalita (UK), 1976. New Copy (reissue)... $28.99
A record that barely made a ripple at the time it came out, but which is a real indie gem from the underground scene of the 70s! Al-Dos Band are a group who are equally well-trained in soul music and gospel – and they seem to stick more in secular territory on the record, but certainly ... (Soul, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Truth/Stax, 1972. Very Good ... $29.99
An excellent album by Rance Allen – one of the most overlooked talents in Stax's early 70s roster, and a real genius for blending his gospel roots with influences of the soul and funk scene of his time. Proof of this is the album's great remake of "There's Gonna Be a Showdown", ... (Soul, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Reverend Robert Ballinger with Willie Dixon —
King's Highway ... CD Bear Family (Germany), 1950s. New Copy 2CD ... $16.99 22.99
Robert Ballinger might be a Reverend, but he's got the sound of a 50s bluesman in Chicago – no surprise, as he recorded most of these tracks in the Windy City during the decade – with plenty of help from the great Willie Dixon on bass! Ballinger sings and plays piano on these cuts ... read more CD
Air/Malaco, 1983. Used ... $5.99
... CD
Atlanta International, 1983. Near Mint- ... $4.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover is bent at the top left corner.)
Pastor TL Barrett & Youth For Christ Choir —
I Shall Wear A Crown (Like A Ship/Numero, Early 70s. New Copy 5LP ... $72.99 76.99
A tremendous package of work from this overlooked soul and gospel legend – four classic albums, plus other rare material too – all packaged with detailed notes in the wonderful Numero Group style! First up is Like A Ship Without A Sail – a gospel album from Pastor TL Barrett, but ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available I Shall Wear A Crown (Like A Ship/
Pastor TL Barrett & Youth For Christ Choir —
I Shall Wear A Crown (Like A Ship/Numero, Early 70s. New Copy 5LP ... $79.99 85.99
A tremendous package of work from this overlooked soul and gospel legend – four classic albums, plus other rare material too – all packaged with detailed notes in the wonderful Numero Group style! First up is Like A Ship Without A Sail – a gospel album from Pastor TL Barrett, but ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available I Shall Wear A Crown (Like A Ship/(Limited "Joyful" white & gold vinyl pressing!)
Elder Charles Beck —
Elder Charles Beck – Your Man Of Faith ... CD Gospel Friend, Late 30s/1940s/Early 50s. New Copy ... $16.99 19.99
Two decades' of work by Elder Charles Beck – a really important force in the early years of gospel music, and an artist who really helped link the music to more secular styles too! Beck plays both piano and trumpet – the latter quite a surprise, and is used here on early cuts to ... read more CD
Big Legal Mess/Fat Possum, 1960s. New Copy ... $13.99 15.99
Raw and rumbling gospel sounds from the Designer Records vaults – real and resonant southern gospel from Reverend Douglas Bell & Th Stage Cruisers! Heavy vocals & sermonizing with swirling organ and wailing keyboards along with the impassioned vocals. As with the material on the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Nashboro/Gospel Friend, 1950s/Early 60s. New Copy ... $16.99 19.98
The first full length collection we've ever seen to focus on the soulful gospel work of Harold Boggs – one of the greatest male lead singers of the pre-soul generation! Right from the start, Boggs was a hell of a singer, and a great songwriter too – and he first entered the business ... read more CD
Specialty, Mid 50s. Very Good ... $4.99
Classic work from the earliest years of this gospel giant – tracks that include "Too Close To Heaven", "Holy Ghost", "I Can't Tarry", "What Did John Do", "God Searched The World", "The Lifeboat", and "I Won't Sell Out". LP, Vinyl record album
(70s pressing. Cover has light wear and a split top seam.)
Checker, 1976. Very Good+ ... $9.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has minimal wear.)
Blessed/Acid Jazz (UK), 1981. New Copy (reissue)... $12.99 23.98
A rare bit of gospel from the Louisville scene at the start of the 80s – but a set that's also got plenty of secular soul appeal too – thanks in part to the righteous message in Lamont's lyrics, which would fit with some of the deeper sounds of 70s soul – and thanks also to the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Spire, 1978. Sealed ... $7.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed with a cutout hole.)
Verity, 2009. Used ... $2.99
... CD
(Barcode has a cutout hole.)
Vee Jay, Mid 60s. Sealed ... $9.99
Great work from one of the coolest gospel groups on Vee Jay! LP, Vinyl record album
(Appears to be a later pressing, still sealed. Shrinkwrap is lightly shopworn.)
Les-Wes, 1986. Very Good ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some wear, a bit of clear tape on the spine, a name in pen on the back and a lightly bent corner.)
Westbound (UK), Late 70s/Early 80s. New Copy ... $12.99 18.99
A long-overdue look at the amazing Clark Sisters – a fantastic gospel group, and one with a vocal depth that we'd put right up there next to any of our favorite soul acts of the time! The Clarks are maybe best known for their landmark track "You Brought The Sunshine" – a ... read more CD
Savoy, 1969. Very Good- ... $4.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Specialty, Late 50s/Early 60s. Near Mint- ... $9.99
Titles includes "He's Calling Me", "One Morning Soon", "You Better Run", "Get Away Jordan", "I'm Seated", "Where Shall I Be" and more. LP, Vinyl record album
(70s issue.)
Gospel Heritage (UK), Late 40s/Early 50s. Near Mint- ... $4.99
Rare work from the Newark scene – a strong precursor to group soul modes to come! Features work by The Coleman Brothers, Silver Echo Quartet, Hightower Brothers, and Afro Quintette! LP, Vinyl record album
Grant Enterprises, Early 60s. Sealed ... $14.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Luaka Bop, Mid 80s. New Copy ... $14.99 16.98
An incredible side of the talents of the legendary Alice Coltrane – obscure 80s material that was recorded in the years after her famous records on Impulse and Warner Brothers – only ever issued on cassette at the time! The tracks have Alice still very much in the same spiritual ... (Jazz, Gospel) read more CD
Also available World Spirituality Classics Vol 1 – The Ecstatic Music Of Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda (with bonus download) ... LP 26.99
Luaka Bop, Mid 80s. New Copy 2LP Gatefold ... $26.99 28.98
An incredible side of the talents of the legendary Alice Coltrane – obscure 80s material that was recorded in the years after her famous records on Impulse and Warner Brothers – only ever issued on cassette at the time! The tracks have Alice still very much in the same spiritual ... (Jazz, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available World Spirituality Classics Vol 1 – The Ecstatic Music Of Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda ... CD 14.99(Includes download!)
Sing Gospel, 1987. Very Good ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Savoy, 1950s/1960s/1970s. Very Good 2LP ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has stains along the opening.)
Heritage (UK), Late 40s/Early 50s. Near Mint- ... $6.99
A collection of recordings from the late 40s and early 50s, includes 4 tracks recorded with Angelic Gospel Singers. LP, Vinyl record album
(Late 80s issue.)
Samdy/Asherah, Late 70s. New Copy (reissue)... $18.99
A gospel record, but one that lets you know that there's something different going on from the very first note – which seems to be the kind of sound you'd expect more from a blacksploitation soundtrack than any kind of album cooked up in a church! That difference hangs on throughout the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Prestige, 1968. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... $11.99
With Johnny Hodges, Harry Carney, Russell Procope, Paul Gonsalves, and Jimmy Hamilton on reeds; Cat Anderson, Cootie Williams, Mercer Ellington, Herbie Jones, and Money Johnson on trumpets; Lawrence Brown, Buster Cooper, and Benny Green on trombones; Chuck Connors on bass trombone; Jeff ... (Jazz, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some ring and edge wear and a light sticker spot.)
Nashboro, 1981. Very Good+ ... $4.99
Classic tracks from this sextet – with titles that include "Rain In Your Life", "Sailing", "Slip Away", "Get On The Floor & Sever The Lord", "The Crossroads", and "Been In The Storm Too Long". LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo, with promo notice on cover. Cover has some light wear, and a small bit of splitting on the bottom seam.)
Clay Evans, Mid 70s. Sealed ... $14.99
One of the more famous sermons from Reverend Clay Evans! LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed, but cover has some light wear underneath, as the shrink was open a bit in one spot and some dust got in.)
Savoy, 1987. Sealed ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Warner, 1997. Used ... $2.99
... CD
(Out of print)
Real World, 2002. Used ... $1.99
... CD
(Out of print.)
Checker, 1972. Near Mint- ... $8.99
A collection of earlier work by Aretha Franklin – issued by Chess after her fame on Atlantic, but featuring tunes cut when a younger woman, working with famous father Reverend CL Franklin! Given that CL was one of the biggest stars of Chess' gospel recordings, there was plenty of material ... (Soul, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s pressing, in a black and white cover. Cover has a cutout mark, and is slightly bumped in one corner.)
Command, 1986. Sealed ... $6.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner.)
Savoy, 1984. Very Good+ ... $1.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Shine, Early 80s. Very Good ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a center split in the bottom seam.)
American Harvest, 1995. Used ... $1.99
Gospel Friend (Germany), Late 50s/Early 60s. New Copy ... $16.99 19.99
Fantastic work from the Gospelaires – a group from Dayton, Ohio – but one who recorded most of the music here down in Houston – where they issued some tremendous singles for the Peacock label! The group are incredible – and sing with a hard-edged frenzy that's maybe more ... read more CD
Glow Hill, 1982. Near Mint- ... $4.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
A&M, 1985. Near Mint- ... $6.99
D&G, 1986. Sealed ... $7.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a lightly bent corner.)
Birthright, 1981. Very Good+ ... $11.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a number in marker.)
King/Gusto, Early 70s. New Copy ... $3.99 9.98
Great 70s gospel from George Hines & The Gospel Winds – but a set that's recorded with much more of an old school vibe overall! The interplay between lead and group vocals really takes us back to some of the best male groups of the postwar years – that time when gospel vocal ... read more CD
Atlantic, 1968. Near Mint- ... $13.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono red and purple label pressing. Includes the Atlantic inner sleeve. Cover has a small cutout hole.)
Columbia, 1956. Very Good+ ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(70s stereo pressing in a purple border cover.)
Columbia, 1950s. Sealed ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Later pressing in barcode cover, with minimal wear and a lightly bent corner.)
Columbia, 1954/1963. Very Good+ ... $9.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has a tracklist sticker, a promo stamp, and light wear.)
Mahalia Jackson —
Mahalia Jackson Sings America's Favorite Hymns ... LP Columbia, 1971. Sealed 2LP Gatefold ... $7.99
A double-length set – with tracks that include "Search Me Lord", "Were You There", "It Don't Cost Very Much", "Elijah Rock", "Rock Of Ages", "There Is A Balm In Gilead", "Trouble Of The World", "Jesus Met The Woman At ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed, with a cutout hole.)
Savoy, 1979. Very Good+ ... $14.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner, heavy wear at the bottom seam, and a promo sticker.)
Gospel Friend (Germany), Mid 50s. New Copy ... $16.99 19.99
An essential collection of rare material by this important female gospel trio of the 50s – a group who's not only known for bringing a style to the music that was ever bit as great as male group gospel of the pre-soul years – but who also are the initial early home to later soul ... read more CD
D-Vine/Bible & Tire, 1972. New Copy ... $11.99 14.99
A fantastic collection of work from Elizabeth King – a gospel singer who never reached the same sort of fame as singers who moved into the secular world – but one who's got a vocal power that would have made her a star, had she chosen such a move! The tunes here all feature King ... read more CD
Also available D-Vine Spirituals Recordings ... LP 13.99
D-Vine/Bible & Tire, 1972. New Copy (reissue)... $13.99 15.99
A fantastic collection of work from Elizabeth King – a gospel singer who never reached the same sort of fame as singers who moved into the secular world – but one who's got a vocal power that would have made her a star, had she chosen such a move! The tunes here all feature King ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available D-Vine Spirituals Recordings ... CD 11.99
Paragon, 1976. Very Good+ ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cutout hole.)
Fat Possum/Big Legal Mess, 1970s. New Copy ... $11.99 13.99
Amazing stuff from the Converted Mind of Bishop Manning and his family! Manning was a former down & dirty blues singer who was changed forever byThe Good Word in the early 60s – and the lived in realness of these recordings certainly suggests a blues pedigree. It's completely wonderful, ... read more CD
Savoy, 1981. Very Good+ ... $6.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has staining on the edges, a cutout notch, a split on the bottom seam, and light surface wear.)
Jewel, 1976. Very Good ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a trace of a price sticker.)
Verity/Zomba, 2005. Used 2 CDs ... $2.99
... CD
(Still sealed.)
Light, 1972. Very Good+ ... $11.99
Beautiful early work from The McCrarys – billed here in a non-plural form as "The McCrary", in the years before they moved onto secular soul for the bigger labels! The album's got a great soul-based feel that goes beyond its gospel roots – a playful sing-song quality that's ... (Soul, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Nice original pressing!)
Sutro Park, Mid 60s. New Copy (reissue)... $15.99 18.99
Mississippi blues singer and bottleneck guitar great Fred McDowell is joined by his wife Annie Mae and singers Fannie Davis, Grace Bowden and James Collins – the Hunter's Chapel Singers of Como, Mississippi – on a great set of spiritual material that's just as rawly emotional as his ... (Blues, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Impresario, Mid 70s. Near Mint- ... $14.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Mighty Clouds Of Joy —
At The Revival ... CD EMI, 2010. Used ... Just Sold Out!
The Mighty Clouds Of Joy and Raphael Saadiq – a combination that makes for one of the most exciting albums we've heard in years from the legendary gospel group! Saadiq's sound here is surprisingly classic – very much in the 60s/70s-inspired spirit he's been exploring in his own work of ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Nashboro/Third Man, 1967. New Copy (reissue)... $18.99 19.99
A gem of a gospel set from the legendary Nashboro catalog – crafted by a very hip male sextet from Detroit – one who are clearly open to letting a lot of blues and soul influences into their music! One of the key elements from those styles here is spare but strong use of guitar or ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Prelude, 1985. Near Mint- ... $5.99
Strange to see a gospel album on the mostly-disco Prelude label – but the album's a good one, with a strong modern soul approach, similar to crossover work from the time by The Clark Sisters. The closest to the usual Prelude groove is the cut "Shine A Light", which has a righteous ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner, hype sticker, light wear, and some pencil on front and back.)
Sweet Rain, 1989. Near Mint- ... $2.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner.)
Gospel Friend, Late 40s/Early 50s. New Copy ... $16.99 19.99
A legendary gospel quintet, and one who sing with the same sort of vocal interplay you'd hear from the best doo wop groups of the time – presented here in a killer collection of work from their formative early years – including tracks that feature later famous solo stars like Lou Rawls, ... read more CD
Atlanta International, 1986. Near Mint- ... $6.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Atlanta International, 1983. Near Mint- ... $6.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
Big Legal Mess/Fat Possum, Late 60s. New Copy ... $11.99 13.99
Not really famous, but gritty & grooving bluesy gospel soul from Famous L Renfroe – and artist who might even be more mysterious to us after hearing the record! The Flying Sweet Angel Of Joy is kind of a dreamlike mix of impassioned vocals, electric guitar and bass, with some drums. ... (Blues, Gospel) read more CD
Also available Famous L Renfroe As The Flying Sweet Angel Of Joy – Children (180 gram pressing) ... LP 13.99
Big Legal Mess/Fat Possum, Late 60s. New Copy ... $13.99 15.99
Not really famous, but gritty & grooving bluesy gospel soul from Famous L Renfroe – and artist who might even be more mysterious to us after hearing the record! The Flying Sweet Angel Of Joy is kind of a dreamlike mix of impassioned vocals, electric guitar and bass, with some drums. ... (Blues, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Famous L Renfroe As The Flying Sweet Angel Of Joy – Children ... CD 11.99
Point, 1995. Used ... $24.99
Word, 1989. Near Mint- ... $1.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a promo stamp and some very small stained spots.)
Peacock, 1960s/Early 70s. Very Good+ ... $4.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(ABC pressing.)
Cultures Of Soul, Mid 70s. New Copy (reissue)... $21.99 27.99
A really fantastic album of spiritual soul from a San Francisco church in the 70s – one of those rare and sublime albums that's equally appealing to fans of gospel as it is to fans of 70s soul! The arrangements and presentation are great – full of well-crafted grooves that move from ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Previously listed as a Record Store Day title – now bumped to wide release!)
Rainbow, 1970s. Very Good+ ... $0.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Peacock, 1972. Very Good+ ... $13.99
Great work from this legendary vocal quartet – tracks that include "A Heart Like Thine", "At Calvary", "Love Let Him To Calvary", "The Old Account", "Where Could I Go", "The Last Mile", and "It's Gonna Rain Again". LP, Vinyl record album
(70s Peacock/ABC pressing.)
Designer/Big Legal Mess, 1960s/1970s. New Copy ... $13.99 15.99
Soul stirring group gospel from the Singing Southern Echos Of Memphis (it's spelled 'Echos' on the spine, folks) – with soaring lead and spirited backing vocals form this Memphis combo! We're not sure of the recorded vintage, but it's wonderful stuff – ranging from slow rolling ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Soul Stirrers —
Collector's Edition ... CD Fuel 2000, 1970s. Used ... $8.99
... CD
(Out of print. Barcode has a cutout hole.)
HLF Records, Mid 70s. Near Mint- ... $2.99
A rare bit of gospel from Chicago – issued by a small label on Michigan Ave! (Funky 45's, Gospel) 7-inch, Vinyl record
We Love Gospel, 1992. Near Mint- ... $0.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Warner, 1979. Near Mint- ... $3.99
Savoy, Early 60s. Good ... $19.99
An early Savoy album from this famous group that featured Marion Williams and Kitty Parham! LP, Vinyl record album
(Red label pressing with RVG stamp. Cover is lightly bent at the front panel, with some wear and aging on back.)
Supreme Jubilees —
It'll All Be Over ... CD S&K/Light In The Attic, 1980. New Copy ... $5.99 15.98
A gospel album from the end of the 70s, but a set that works equally well as a soul album too – thanks to the beautiful presentation of the grooves and the vocals! The vibe here is often laidback – more in a mellow Marvin Gaye sort of mode – surprisingly slinky and sexy for such ... read more CD
JTTP/Be! (Germany), Early 70s. New Copy ... $16.99
A jazz mass, but unlike any other variation on the theme that's ever been recorded – thanks to a very righteous performance from James Tatum – who makes the whole thing feel much more like an organic spiritual jazz set than anything you'd ever find in a church! James himself plays both ... (Jazz, Gospel) read more CD
HOB, Late 60s. Sealed ... $14.99
Titles include "Brightly Beams", "Waiting & Watching", "King Of My Life", "I Know A Man", "Have A Little Faith", "Birthday Song", "Well Done", and "God Has A Television". LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed original pressing! Cover has light wear in one corner, and back has a cutout mark.)
Mississippi, Mid 70s. New Copy ... $16.99
Rare material from Georgia singer Brother Theotis Taylor – one of those unique southern talents who work in a stripped-down mode that's equal parts gospel and blues – maybe more blues in structure, but definitely with a deeper spirit in the message! Taylor only issued a handful of ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Eternal Gold/Atlanta International, 1970s. Very Good+ ... $4.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Vinyl has a couple of marks that play with light clicks. Cover has staining along the opening, some peeling in one corner, and a small split on the bottom seam.)
Gotham, 1952. Very Good- ... $9.99
Bible & Tire, 2021. New Copy ... $11.99 13.98
The first recording in over 50 years from Elder Jack Ward – a Memphis gospel legend whose roots go way back to the early years of the city's soul scene! Ward was a member of both the Christian Harmonizers and Sunset Travelers, then went on to a huge legacy of his own – including work ... read more CD
Also available Already Made ... LP 15.99
Elder Jack Ward —
Already Made ... LP Bible & Tire, 2021. New Copy ... $15.99 18.98
The first recording in over 50 years from Elder Jack Ward – a Memphis gospel legend whose roots go way back to the early years of the city's soul scene! Ward was a member of both the Christian Harmonizers and Sunset Travelers, then went on to a huge legacy of his own – including work ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Already Made ... CD 11.99
Evergreen/High Jazz (Switzerland), 1975. New Copy (reissue)... $11.99
A fantastic mix of 70s soul and gospel – served up here by keyboardist Norman Weeks, who heads up a really strong group of singers on the set as well! Weeks plays Fender Rhodes, piano organ, and a range of other keyboards – and different singers take the lead on each track, including ... (Soul, Gospel) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes download!)
Phillips High School, 1970/1973. Very Good+ ... $6.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
Locus, Early 70s. Very Good ... $9.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a light stain at the bottom right corner.)
Savoy, 1978. Very Good+ ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cutout notch and light wear.)
Atlantic, 1971. Very Good+ ... $14.99
One of the hippest gospel albums recorded by Atlantic – and in many ways, more of a secular set than other sides by Marion Williams. The album was co-produced by Roberta Flack, and features a core group of players that includes David Spinozza on guitar, Keith Jarrett or Ray Bryant on piano, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has light wear, promo stickers, and some aging.)
Rev Jasper Williams —
I Fell In Love With A Prostitute ... LP Church Door, Early 70s. Sealed ... $11.99
If the title's enough, this one would be a hit! Overall, though, the record's mostly a gospel sermon – done by Williams along the lines of the topic in the title. There's some pretty nice moments when he's letting loose a bit, and by side two, the speaking's turned a bit more to singing ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed copy! Shrink is lightly shopworn.)
Nashboro, 1973. Sealed ... $3.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Shrinkwrap is shopworn and aged, with some faded marker on front and a tear in back.)
Windy City Four —
Don't Let The Devil Ride ... LP Peace, Late 60s. Sealed ... Just Sold Out!
A rare gospel set from Chicago – almost as well-known for its famous cover image as it is for the raw group harmonies on the record! LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed – but shrink is open slightly along the opening edge.)
