BLUES IMAGE Open (Atco) Iron Butterfly RARE US 1st Pressing + Sticker MINT
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BLUES IMAGE Open (Atco SD 33-317) Iron Butterfly RARE US 1st Pressing + Sticker MINT
RARE US first pressing of the second Blues Image album, "Open" on Atco Records (April 1970).
"Blues Image 's second album was their most successful, in large part because of the inclusion of their huge hit single "Ride Captain Ride." The rest of the record, however, shows them to be a band in search of a more individual voice, borrowing heavily as it does from Jimi Hendrix, Creedence Clearwater Revivial (...) and the Latin-rock fusion of Santana. Those familiar only with "Ride Captain Ride" might be surprised at the band's versatility, which took in blues, Latin, and hard rock, though not in as even or striking a mixture as, say, Santana." - Richie Unterberger, allmusic.com
I love "Ride Captain Ride," really. But the only mystery ship that transports anyone from the San Francisco Bay to Parchman Farm is rock and roll--rock and roll more inspired than this. C+" - Robert Christgau, Village Voice 1970.
GRADING:
EX+ COVER, bought sealed only last year. Please see photos for details.
- Unlaminated US sleeve in overall very fine condition.
- Grazed corner at top left, with minor damage.
- Very light corner band (at top right).
- Original MINT sticker advertising top hit "Ride Captain Ride" included.
- Also includes the original Atco Records inner sleeve in MINT- condition, with a small seam split (at bottom).
MINT(-) RECORD, was sealed and played exactly once: It is in perfect condition.
- Pristine vinyl on both sides, with impeccable audio reproduction throughout.
- Original yellow first-pressing Atco Records labels with no spindle wear whatsoever.
- The matrix stamps in the run-off grooves read "ST C7018-1B CTH 1 T" and "ST C7028-1B CTH 1 T".
- This copy of "Open" is certified to be a very first US pressing, issued in April 1970.
PLEASE NOTE: Not to be compared with the more-often-than-not substandard vinyl on offer on eBay, this item is in honestly-graded EX+ to MINT condition. For more information on the veracity and reliability of my grading, I kindly refer the prospective buyer to my feedback comments and seller rating.
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Initial shipping costs are $13 for all customers. After purchase and payment, buyers within the European Union will receive the appropriate refund of $4.
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