Leon Redbone Christmas Island Vinyl LP Sealed August AS 8890 Dr John Frosty Mint
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Leon Redbone Christmas Island Vinyl LP - August AS 8890 Sealed First Pressing (1988) Includes Duet with Dr. John on "Frosty the Snowman"
Condition: New, Still Factory Sealed. Cover has a cutout corner.
Christmas Island is an album by the musician Leon Redbone, released in 1988. The album was recorded in three days. Redbone picked songs that he thought would appeal to listeners who didn't usually enjoy Christmas music. He duetted with Dr. John on "Frosty the Snowman". "Winter Wonderland" contains a dobro solo. "Christmas Ball Blues" is a version of the song made popular by Bessie Smith.
Reviews:
- The St. Petersburg Times stated that Redbone's "trademark laconic style puts an entirely new spin on these tunes."
- The Washington Post determined that "after a while the effortless renditions start sounding too similar."
- The Los Angeles Times deemed the album "sultry, desert-island swing."
- The Orlando Sentinel noted the "bittersweet" atmosphere, with "exceptional, true-to-the-original versions."
- The Philadelphia Inquirer concluded that, "with a deep, wavery delivery, the growl-voiced blues-folkie comes across as a kind of Crosby on Quaaludes."
A1 White Christmas A2 Winter Wonderland A3 Frosty The Snowman A4 Blue Christmas A5 There's No Place Like Home For The Holidays A6 Toyland
B1 Christmas Island B2 That Old Christmas Moon B3 I'll Be Home For Christmas B4 Let It Snow B5 Christmas Ball Blues
Credits Banjo, Drums, Bass Saxophone – John Gill Chimes, Bells [Sleighbells] – Santa* Clarinet – Bobby Gordon Cover, Concept By, Design – Leon Redbone Dobro – Cyndi Cashdollar Double Bass, Accordion – Brian Nalepka Guitar, Vocals – Leon Redbone Piano – Terry Waldo (tracks: B1, B4) Piano, Percussion – Dr. John Producer – Beryl Handler, Leon Redbone Violin [1st] – Richard Henrickson Violin [2nd] – George Wozniak Violin [3rd] – Kathryn Kienke Vocals – Dr. John Vocals [Islanders] – Betsy, Cyndi, Doug, John, Waldo
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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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