The Band - Music From Big Pink T 2955 UK LP A1B1 Mono

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	$		89

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Album Information

Artist The Band     Title Music From Big Pink Record Label Capitol Cat. number T 2955 Mono/Stereo? M

Country

UK  Sleeve Garrod & Lofthouse If blank, no sleeve manufactured credits present Released 1968

Matrix number

Side A T1 2955-1 Side B T2 2955-1  

Album Condition

Disc

Paper Scuffs

Side 1

EX   Side 2 EX  

Surface Marks

Side 1

EX   Side 2 EX A few light marks on Tk 3 - not audible

Scratches

Side 1

EX A few light surface hairlines - not audible  Side 2 EX   Other Info.   

Sound

Surface Noise

Side 1

EX

Side 2 EX

Pops/Clicks

Side 1

EX   Side 2 EX  

Scratches

Side 1

EX   Side 2 EX Other Info.

Cover

Ring / Surface Wear

Front

EX   Back EX Light age discolouration  Inner  

Card Creases

Front

EX Several light laminate creases around the edges & spine Back EX   Inner    

Shelf Wear

Edge

EX   Spine EX   Corner EX Other Info. Flipback edges on back of sleeve  

Guide to grades used

M Cover Looks virtually New - no marks, wear or damage Disc Looks unplayed - no marks visible Sound I don't use this grade for sound - as all records (even brand new) produce some noise Ex Cover Slight signs of wear on edges/spine, corners or ring wear. Minor creases. No damage caused by sticker removal/residue. Light sleeves may show slight discolouration due to age or handling Disc May have minor paper scuffs caused by moving record in & out of paper sleeve. Sound May be occasional pops/clicks and minimal surface noise Vg Cover Moderate edge/spine or ring wear. Corners may be a little blunt. Opening edge may show feathering caused by removal of record. Visible creases or laminate lift. Localised sticker removal damage. Disc Some surface marks &/or hairline scratches. Moderate paper scuffs. Sound May be pops/clicks caused by marks/scratches. Moderate background surface noise and crackles. G Cover Heavy ring or edge/spine wear. Corners noticable bashed. Heavy creases. Considerable laminate/surface damage. Disc Looks very well played. A lot of surface marks/scratches Sound Considerable surface noise. Audible scratches.

Background Information

  Click on the link to find the original source of this information: - Music From Big Pink None of the Band's previous work gave much of a clue about how they would sound when they released their first album in July 1968. As it was, Music from Big Pink came as a surprise. At first blush, the group seemed to affect the sound of a loose jam session, alternating emphasis on different instruments, while the lead and harmony vocals passed back and forth as if the singers were making up their blend on the spot. In retrospect, especially as the lyrics sank in, the arrangements seemed far more considered and crafted to support a group of songs that took family, faith, and rural life as their subjects and proceeded to imbue their values with uncertainty. 

Some songs took on the theme of declining institutions less clearly than others, but the points were made musically as much as lyrically. Tenor Richard Manuel's haunting, lonely voice gave the album much of its frightening aspect, while Rick Danko's and Levon Helm's rough-hewn styles reinforced the songs' rustic fervor. The dominant instrument was Garth Hudson's often icy and majestic organ, while Robbie Robertson's unusual guitar work further destabilized the sound. The result was an album that reflected the turmoil of the late '60s in a way that emphasized the tragedy inherent in the conflicts. Music from Big Pink came off as a shockingly divergent musical statement only a year after the ornate productions of Sgt. Pepper, and initially attracted attention because of the three songs Bob Dylan had either written or co-written. 

However, as soon as "The Weight" became a minor singles chart entry, the album and the group made their own impact, influencing a movement toward roots styles and country elements in rock. Over time, Music from Big Pink came to be regarded as a watershed work in the history of rock, one that introduced new tones and approaches to the constantly evolving genre. 


Track Listing: -

1 Tears of Rage Dylan, Manuel 5:23 
2 To Kingdom Come Robertson 3:22 
3 In a Station Manuel 3:34 
4 Caledonia Mission Robertson 2:59 
5 The Weight Robertson 4:38 
6 We Can Talk Manuel 3:06 
7 Long Black Veil Dill, Wilkin 3:06 
8 Chest Fever Robertson 5:18 
9 Lonesome Suzie Manuel 4:04 
10 This Wheel's on Fire Danko, Dylan 3:14 
11 I Shall Be Released Dylan 3:19 

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