AUDIOPHILE HALF SPEED MASTER LP #2 BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS SPINNING WHEEL Classic
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AUDIOPHILE MASTERS super-sound highest quality "masters" vinyl from ages ago!
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BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS
#2
USA - SUPER DISK - COLUMBIA RECORDS - SD 16605
This is one of the harder to find HALF SPEED MASTER ALBUMS
Most amazing **BEST** SOUND QUALITY around ~ Original "limited edition" HALF SPEED MASTERS issue of the LEGENDARY BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS album !
What distinguishes a HALF SPEED MASTER LP from any other record ?
1. Original HALF SPEED MASTERS Recordings are exclusively transferred from the original stereo master tape that the musicians recorded in the studio (not from a second, third, or fourth generation copy of that master tape).
2. Each Original Half Speed Masters employs the lab's exclusive half-speed mastering process, thus capturing every nuance of sound from the master tape.
3. Quality, not quantity, is the overwhelming consideration in the creation of each Original Half Master Recording. The number of pressings is strictly controlled. These limited editions assure you that the quality of the last pressing matches the quality of the first.
4. Original half speed masters recordings are custom pressed overseas by the Victor Company of Japan (JVC). Super Vinyl, an exclusive compound far superior to even so-called 100% virgin vinyl, is utilized to achieve maximum clarity and startling quietness.... Super Vinyl also bestows unsurpassed durability to each Original Half Masters Recording LP, achieving a "playing lifespan" at least five times longer than mass- produced records.
5. Each Original Half Speed Masters Recording is ultra-packaged to maintain flatness and prevent warpage.
HALF SPEED MASTERS became well known for quality vinyl pressings and went out of business in the 1990's -- their pressings are now extremely sought after and only getting harder to get by the day....
BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS
Blood, Sweat and Tears released their second album in 1969 right after their '68 debut Child Is Father To The Man. Their sophomore S/T album easily lives up to their debut and might even surpass it. Their sound is a bit more developed here and a lot of the psychedelic undertones of their debut are absent. BS&T have always had a unique direction with their signature jazz/progressive/fusion rock and they stand out from many other bands in the late '60s which was typically psychedelic, folk or blues folk. BS&T had the right sound for the '60s but they had more edge to their sound along with a more complex and progressive structure in their songs. If you're a fan of similar bands such as Chicago and Steely Dan or looking for a good rock album in general, check out BS&T along with their debut album.
While this recording on Blood Sweat & Tears LP #2 had great commercial success, there are many short sighted (and some self congratulatory) rock critics that want to dismiss this, important recording as being too "pop-oriented". Yet this LP recording broke new ground and transcended genres. Yes there were perfect pop-crafted gold singles but also the album garnered respect and caught the attention of musicians, critics and fans alike. Frankly the band was stronger and the soloing better on this recording. The jazz element was prevalent although meshing quite nicely with Rock. They broke with killer arrangements riffing in the background in support of guitar and organ formula.
True standouts are "God Bless the Child", "More and More", " Blues Part II" "Smiling Phases" and "You've Made Me So Very Happy" (which the rock purist didn't know Kooper wanted to perform and tried). The jazz-fusion influence is strong on this recording. The musicians ALL shine in their solo spots. There soloing is varied. There are jazz solo's dropped into the middle of rock driven tunes which some may have felt accentuated the differences between Rock and Jazz, but if you listen closely you can also hear what they have in common. This album is an unrecognized classic, from one of the innovative bands of their time. They were the first of their kind, though many followed afterward. There was only one, Blood, Sweat & Tears.
Variations on a Theme by Erik Satie (First and Second Movements)
Smiling Phases
Sometimes in Winter
More and More
And When I Die
God Bless the Child
Spinning Wheel
You've Made Me So Very Happy
Blues, Pt. 2
Variations on a Theme by Erik Satie (First Movement)
CONDITION: The cover: rated: M- gatefold cover.. remains with a fresh appearance, no delete marks, no split seams, no bends, and no writing ... VERY collection worthy rarity ...
The vinyl: Rated: M- Clean and glossy with very enjoyable CLEAN audio ...NO distracting surface problems ... both Columbia SUPER DISK labels are clean
A cool addition to anyone's music library!
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All imperfections are noted both cover & record
NOTE: All Items backed by money back guarantee! IF you have a problem PLEASE let us solve for you BEFORE leaving ANY negative feedback. Thanks! GRADING SCALE: M, M-, EX, VG++,VG+, VG, VG- M Completely clean, no marks M- Carefully used, looks clean, plays clean, shiny gloss, no marks EX Faint scuff or superficial mark, near M-, high gloss, plays clean VG++ Glossy with minimal scuffing or light mark playing very nice, clean VG+ a bit more scuff or markls still plays well with very minimal surface at worse VG more marks/scratches only minor, nothing deep, no loud clicks or pops this grade is abused by many, VG here does not mean "trashed" VG- surface noise present, will not have skips or jumps ALL PAYMENTS SHOULD BE MADE WITHIN 5 DAYS Of AUCTIONS END BIDDERS PLEASE = Do Not Bid If You Are Not Serious About Following Through The Transaction! ALL ITEMS GUARANTEED FOR WINNING BID - LESS SHIPPING!
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