The Best Of B.B. King [LP] 1973 Vintage Blues Vinyl Record VG w/ shrink
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🎸🔆 B.B. King – The Best of B.B. King (1973) 🔆🎸

VG VINYL / VG+ COVER — STILL IN ORIGINAL SHRINK

Add this solid vintage copy of B.B. King’s 1973 compilation The Best of B.B. King to your collection — a classic anthology highlighting key recordings from one of the most influential blues artists of all time.

The vinyl is graded VG, with scratches and scuffs present. The record plays through with expected surface noise consistent with the grade, making it a good listening copy.
The cover is VG+, still protected by its original shrinkwrap, showing only light cosmetic wear and remaining clean, solid, and fully intact — a very nice jacket for its age.

A great opportunity to own a classic B.B. King compilation with a strong sleeve.

⭐ Why This Copy Belongs in Your Collection

✅ 1973 B.B. King compilation
✅ VG vinyl — scratches and scuffs noted; fully playable
✅ VG+ cover — still in original shrink
✅ Features essential B.B. King recordings
✅ Affordable vintage copy with excellent presentation

🎵 CLASSIC TRACKS ON THE BEST OF B.B. KING

🎧 “The Thrill Is Gone” — His signature blues anthem
🎧 “Hummingbird” — A defining career track
🎧 “How Blue Can You Get” — Blues standard and fan favorite
🎧 “Why I Sing The Blues” — Electric and energetic classic

🎶 ABOUT THIS ALBUM

Released in 1973, The Best of B.B. King compiles some of the most important recordings from Riley “B.B.” King, showcasing the expressive guitar tone, emotional vocals, and refined phrasing that earned him the enduring title “The King of the Blues.” This album remains a staple for blues fans and vinyl collectors alike.

Perfect for collectors of:

  • Blues
  • B.B. King
  • Classic R&B / soul‑blues
  • 1970s compilation LPs

📀 GRADING DESCRIPTION

Vinyl: Very Good (VG)
Scratches and scuffs present. Surface noise expected. Fully playable.

Cover: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Still in original shrinkwrap. Light cosmetic wear only. Clean, solid, and intact.

(Photos will show exact condition — please review carefully.)

📦 SHIPPING

$6.50

  • Packed securely in a rigid LP mailer
  • Vinyl shipped outside the cover to prevent seam splits
  • Combined shipping: Only $2.00 per additional LP

✅ Final Note

If you’re looking for a VG vinyl / VG+ cover copy of B.B. King’s The Best of B.B. King (1973) — with the cover still in original shrink — this is a solid, honest example of an essential blues compilation.

👉 Buy It Now and add this B.B. King classic to your collection!


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