Roy Orbison Crying Vinyl LP Monument M-4007 1962 1st Pressing Classic

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Roy Orbison’s Crying is a timeless album, showcasing the emotional depth of one of the greatest voices in rock and roll. Released in 1962 on Monument Records, this first pressing is a must-have for fans of Roy Orbison and collectors of classic vinyl. Featuring a blend of heartbreak, love, and longing, this album captures the essence of Orbison’s unique sound.

Full Track List:

Side 1

1. Crying

2. The Great Pretender

3. Love Hurts

4. She Wears My Ring

5. Wedding Day

6. Summersong

Side 2

1. Dance

2. Lana

3. Loneliness

4. Let’s Make A Memory

5. Nite Life

6. Running Scared

Credits:

• Produced by Fred Foster

• Recording Engineer: Bill Porter

• Technical Assistance: Tommy String

• A&R: Fred Foster

• All songs published by Acuff-Rose Pub., Inc., BMI

• Monument Records (M-4007)

• Recorded at RCA Victor Studio, Nashville

Text from the Jacket:
"When a person has achieved success and acceptance in a field of endeavor, it is customary to say that he or she has ‘arrived.’ I feel sure that you are already aware of this tid-bit of information, but as my next remarks hinge on the expression, you will please forgive my mentioning it. One must get started some way you know.
A few months ago, when I wrote the notes for Roy’s first album, he was ‘on the way.’ In fact he was far enough along the road that the evil trolls, Mediocrity and Obscurity, had completely given him up and the Fates had flashed Dame Fortune a telepathic message (Oy-rayza umming-kay) which when translated means ‘Roy’s a coming.’ The good Dame, who is a clairvoyant of the first magnitude, besides being a gifted student of pig latin, immediately understood. She ordered her loyal handmaidens, Hope and Expectation, to add another place setting at the banquet table of the Favored Few and to whip up a little ambrosia.

Now at that point, the shish kabob had not yet been skewered, but the onions were sliced and the charcoal was lit, which is to say that although Roy had not yet actually arrived, he was most certainly expected.

Needless to point out, had Roy chickened out on this perilous journey to the feast, many would have been bitterly disappointed, including the Fates, the Fans, the Fortune Dame and of course Fred Foster, owner of Monument Records.

But as you must know by now, no such catastrophe occurred. Roy made it. Roy HAS ARRIVED and the party is going on now—inside this cover. Shall we join him?"
—Boudleaux Bryant

This classic Roy Orbison album is perfect for vintage vinyl collectors and fans of his iconic sound. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this piece of music history!