Fanny Rock And Roll Survivors Vinyl LP Casablanca VG++/NM w/ Shrink 1st Pressing

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Fanny Rock And Roll Survivors Vinyl LP Casablanca - NBLP 7007 VG++/NM First Pressing (1974)
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well with good fidelity. I see a small warp on side 2 only, but it is inaudible and does not affect play. Original cover still has shrink wrap.
Rock & Roll Survivors AllMusic Review  As a final album, Fanny's Rock & Roll Survivors, originally released in 1974, is not as bad as the reviews of the time made it out -- specifically in the United States (in the U.K. the album was received quite well, both critically and commercially). For instance, it does contain their most successful charting single with "Butter Boy," which reached number 29 in the Billboard Hot 100. 
Rock & Roll Survivors was produced by Vini Poncia, a house producer for the label, and reflected its owner's desire for sheeny, tight, slick, studio glitz. While it is easily the band's most polished and commercial sounding record -- Poncia was clearly trying get the band to sound like Heart, which didn't work -- despite excellent songs. With more emphasis on keyboards and drums and less on guitars, the pure, hard rock power of recordings such as Mother's Pride -- produced by Todd Rundgren -- is lost.
Quatro wrote two of the best songs on the set in "Rockin' All Nite Long" and "Beggar Man" (she wrote four altogether). The cover of the Rolling Stones' "Let's Spend the Night Together," is a radical rearrangement and changes the song's meaning but really comes across. 
The vocal performances are flawless and the playing is expert, if a bit hesitant, and some of the arrangements are a bit puzzling. While Fanny did fade into rock & roll history after this one, they certainly left a mark. Rock & Roll Survivors, despite its flaws, is a very decent recording, and despite its dated sound, holds up as an accurate reflection of the era in rock music. If any band deserves a shot at a reunion tour and album, it's this one. 
Tracklist
Side One Rock And Roll Survivors 4:27 Butter Boy 3:22 Long Distance Lover 3:35 Let's Spend The Night Together 3:31 Rockin (All Nite Long) 2:38
Side Two Get Out Of The Jungle 3:58 Begger Man 4:05 Sally Go 'Round The Roses 3:30 I've Had It 3:02 From Where I Stand 6:47
Credits Backing Vocals – Fanny (2) Bass – Jean Millington Drums – Brie Howard Guitar – Patti Quatro Keyboards – Nicole Barclay* Synthesizer, Clavinet – James Newton Howard
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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