AFFINITY - (Self titled) - 1970 US Paramount LP Gatefold - 1st Pressing BEAUTY
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AFFINITY
"AFFINITY"
Paramount PAS 5027
1970
EX / EX-
BEST CONDITION AND BEST PRICE ON EBAY AS OF 11-18-2118
Absolutely beautiful copy of this 1970 prog band from the UK. This LP is presently in the best condition here on eBay as of 8-20-18, and considerably cheaper than the same LPs in lesser condition. Honestly, I have thousands of LPs and I believe this is one of the most beautiful covers that I have ever seen. I'm sure several collectors have framed their copies.
NOTE: Reissued / remixed in 2009 and remastered, pressed on Orange vinyl. Obviously, the new mix sounds different than the original. Also, in 2014 there was an 180g collectors pressing (remix/remastered). Finally, the CD's digital release sounds thinner and more compressed . I find it interesting that reissues usually say they are trying to improve the sound but in fact, they alter it so that it does not sound like the original release which is the way the artists wanted their fans and listeners to hear it. CD's digital short comings add more unwanted changes.
The fine DISCOGS website states: "Quite enjoyable late-night blues plus jazz-pop, with the convincing voice of Linda Hoyle to the fore. Playing and arrangements are authorative, Naiff plays a fine organ. A sort of holy grail in psych music and this US release is one of the most frequent to pop up for sale. It is still praise worthy for its use of low end and at least some high end sound, giving an enjoyable experience of the album."
Also from DISCOGS: Affinity rode in on the Psychedelic wave, with very trippy artwork to boot. Affinity is a brilliant jazzy organ driven rhythmical selection of music that has a strong indication of Progressive Rock (Prog). Their sound is quite stylish and very lush, with riffs that often remind me of Led Zeppelin without the heaviness. (Note: Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones was responsible for the brass arrangements). The vocals of Linda Hoyl are the first thing one notices, they’re low pitched, yet full of energy, perfectly balanced with what the rest of the group is doing. There are no show-offs here, Affinity is what it is, a straight forward dip into the last days, the final golden rays from the Summer of Love, stunningly suited for that last hit of Owsley Sunshine."
Stored vertically in a smoke free environment for 48 years.
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