QUICKSILVER MESSENGER SERVICE Happy Trails 1969 UK CAPITOL 1st UK Press RARE LP
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QUICKSILVER MESSENGER SERVICE Happy Trails 1969 UK CAPITOL 1st UK Press
This record has been vacuum machine cleaned and test played in full on quality hi-fi. My grading is based on the UK record collector grading system. I will gladly combine postage on multiple items so check out my other records. Thanks
Details:- From my own personal collection - UK CAPITOL (E-ST 120) FIRST *STEREO* PRESSING (September 1969) OF QUICKSILVER MESSENGER SERVICE'S Happy Trails. A CLASSIC 60s WEST COAST EXPERIMENTAL PSYCH ALBUM
PRESSED ON MID/HEAVYWEIGHT VINYL WITH THE FIRST ISSUE UK CAPITOL LABELS WITH "SOLD IN UK…" STATEMENT
MATRIX: EST1 102 - H11 / EST2 102 - H11
MOTHERS/STAMPERS: 1/R and 1/A 1st PRESSING
THE RECORD IS HOUSED IN THE ORIGINAL FRONT LAMINATED FLIPBACK SLEEVE "Printed and made by Garrod & Lofthouse Ltd." DATE CODED '6909' (1969 September)
COMPLETE WITH THE ORIGINAL EMI ADVERTISING INNER SLEEVE
Without question, this follow-up to Quicksilver Messenger Service's self-titled debut release is the most accurate in portraying the band on vinyl in the same light as the group's critically and enthusiastically acclaimed live performances.
The album is essentially centred around the extended re-workings of Bo Diddley's "Who Do You Love?" and "Mona," as well as the lesser lauded -- yet no less intense -- contribution of Gary Duncan's (guitar/vocals) "Calvary."
This album is the last to feature the original quartet incarnation of QMS.
The collective efforts of John Cipollina (guitar/vocals), Greg Elmore (percussion), David Freiberg (bass/vocals), and the aforementioned Duncan retain the uncanny ability to perform with a psychedelic looseness of spirit, without becoming boring or in the least bit pretentious.
The side-long epic "Who Do You Love?" suite is split into an ensemble introduction and coda as well as four distinct sections for the respective band-members.
The perpetually inventive chops of QMS are what is truly on display here.
The musicians' unmitigated instrumental prowess and practically psychic interaction allow them to seamlessly weave into and back out of the main theme. Yet all the while, each player takes centre stage for uncompromising solos.
"Mona" and its companion, "Calvary," continue in much the same fashion. Here the members of QMS play off each other to form a cohesive unit. This track also contains some of Cipollina's finest and most memorable fretwork. He is able to summon sonic spirits from his guitar in a way that is unlike any of his Bay Area contemporaries.
A prime example of his individuality is the frenetic "Maiden of the Cancer Moon" -- ascending from the remnants of "Mona." The angst and energy in Cipollina's guitar work and line upon line of technical phrasing could easily be considered the equal of a Frank Zappa guitar solo.
The brief title track, a cover of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans' "Happy Trails," seems almost insignificant in the wake of such virtuoso playing. It clears the sonic palette and also bids adieu to this particular fab foursome of psychedelia.
Track Listing (the play is continuous with no breaks to the music on either side)
Side 1: WHO DO YOU LOVE SUITE: Who Do You Love (Part 1) - When Do You Love - Where Do You Love - How You Love - Which Do You Love - Who Do You Love (Part 2)
Side 2: Mona / Maiden Of The Cancer Moon / Calvary / Happy Trails
Vinyl Condition:- VISUALLY NEAR EX BUT PLAYS A STRONG EX. GREAT SOUND QUALITY, ONLY THING I NOTED WAS 3 CLICKS NEAR THE END OF SIDE 1. GLEAMING VINYL WITH JUST A FEW LIGHT SURFACE HAIRLINES AND ONE SMALL SURFACE MARK. This record has been fully test played before this auction
Sleeve Condition:- EX . NICE CONDITION WITH JUST VERY MILD RINGWEAR AND A LITTLE LIGHT CREASING ON THE OPENING EDGE. THE SPINE IS CRISP AND FULLY READABLE.
Label Condition:- EX
This record seldom comes up for sale. Don't miss your chance!
I always reduce postage on multiple items. Each additional item will only be charged 50% the original postage cost worldwide. Check out my other rare UK prog + psych vinyls!
ALL MY ITEMS ARE REFUNDABLE ON RETURN IF YOU ARE NOT ENTIRELY HAPPY WITH YOUR ITEM
Grading Abbreviations
Grading below is as stated from UK Record Collector. I also use +/- for records that fall somewhere between a grade
MINT: I only used this grade for new or unplayed records. I use the grade NEAR MINT
If a record has been played, even if the condition of the record and sleeve is perfect.
EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
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