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This is the fifth LP Johnson made for Prestige/Bluesville in what could be called his third career, and the first to feature only his own blues material. Issued in 1962, it is just Johnson and his electric guitar.

Johnson was one of the first blues/jazz guitarists to play single-note melodies instead of strumming rhythm; he is credited with actually inventing the guitar solo. He played with all the greats including Louis Armstrong. His work with Texas Alexander defined country blues. He had a string of R&B hits for King Records in the 1950s, then disappeared until 1959 when Chris Albertson found him working as a janitor in Philadelphia, which led to his Prestige/Bluesville recordings.

Track List

• Another Night To Cry
• I Got News For You Baby
• Blues After Hours
• You Didn't Mean What You Said
• Fine Booze and Heavy Dues
• I've Got To Get Rid of You
• Bow Legged Baby
• Make Love To Me Baby
• Lots of Loving
• A Story About Barbara
• Goodbye Kitten

Condition

Comments

The cover has only minor, inconsequential corner damage, there is no writing except for a small stamp on the back and no seam splits. The record itself appears to have never been played, no spindle marks on the label. This is as close to perfect as an unsealed record can get.

My highest grading is "E".

My records are graded conservatively, LPs are graded visually, under bright light. They may be played for sampling, but not necessarily all the way through.

All listings have a sound sample included. It is intended to give you an idea what the record sounds like on a turntable of reasonable quality and includes a few seconds of the lead-in so you can hear the background noise..

Grades and code information

I grade the playing surfaces, the labels, the cover and the inner sleeve if an original, company-issued sleeve is included. I do not use the term "mint", that is for coin collectors, nor do I use +++ or other confusing mid-grades, I only use the following:

E

Excellent; the highest grade I give. A record that apparently has never been played (except by me, on good quality equipment) and has no obvious storage damage. Just like new.

E -

As above but with some slight signs of use, no significant scratches. A much better-than-average used record.

VG +

To me, VG really means Very Good, a record with signs of normal, light use or some storage scuffs but no deep scratches. It plays clear, strong and relatively noise free. Labels may have minor wear or marks.

VG

A Very Good record but showing some signs of heavier use, may have some very light scratches. Plays well with some background noise. Labels may have minor damage or writing that can't be removed.

VG -

Still Very Good but with signs of wear, a few audible scratches, more significant background noise, a very usable record that will play with satisfaction on good equipment, it should not skip. Labels may have a tear, or have a sticker or have been damaged by a sticker that has been removed.

F +

Fair, which means acceptible but not great. It has more significant wear, some scratches that affect play, noisy but playable.

F

In this case, F mean filler; getting kind of rough. Still plays reasonably well. It would have to be a really rare record for me to list it in this shape.

Specific defects will always be noted in the description. The grading I give reflects the physical condition of the the playing surface, not the quality of the pressing. I will note the sound quality in the comments.

Your satisfaction is guaranteed, if you are not happy with any record you receive from me, email me, we'll work it out.

Shipping Notes

All items are shipped from Canada. Canada Post rates are higher than US Postal Service rates. LPs are packed outside the sleeve.

I gladly combine wins to save on shipping. You can also save significantly by choosing surface shipping however please take note this will void my safe delivery guarantee.

All packages are shipped within one business day after payment is received (or cheque has cleared). Canada Post is not open on weekends.

If your item is damaged in transit, you can return it for a full refund. Please email first for a return authorization.

For more detailed information on rates, please check the Canada Post web site. Mail is sent from postal code L3V 6V7

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