Nick Drake - (PRE-ORDER 9/26/25) The Making Of Five Leaves Left (4xVINYL) - FOLK

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Nick Drake - (PRE-ORDER 9/26/25) The Making Of Five Leaves Left (4xVINYL) - FOLK *NEW*

Item Description

Product Description:

The Making of Five Leaves Left offers an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind Nick Drake’s iconic 1969 debut. This official 4-LP box set, authorized by the Nick Drake Estate, features over 30 previously unheard outtakes, unaccompanied demos, and studio recordings—curated across three LPs—plus the original Joe Boyd-produced Five Leaves Left album as the fourth disc.

Expertly mastered by John Wood (who engineered the original sessions), the collection also includes a 60-page book printed on premium textured stock, written by Neil Storey in collaboration with Richard Morton-Jack. The book is packed with full recording notes, session charts, and deep insight into Drake’s artistry and process.

Packaging:

• 4 LPs

• 60-page bound book

• Mastered from original tapes

• Authorized by the Nick Drake Estate

Track Listing

LP 1 – Early Demos & Outtakes
Mayfair
Time Has Told Me
Man In A Shed
Fruit Tree
Saturday Sun
Strange Face (Take 1)
Strange Face (Take 2)
Day Is Done (Take 1)
Day Is Done (Take 2)
Day Is Done (Take 3)
Man In A Shed (Alt Take)
My Love Left With The Rain

LP 2 – Studio Sketches & Instrumentals
Blossom
Instrumental
Made To Love Magic
Mickey’s Tune
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane (Alt)
Day Is Done (Alt)
Time Has Told Me (Alt)
Three Hours (Alt)
Time Has Told Me (Reprise)
Strange Face (Reprise)
Saturday Sun (Alt)
Fruit Tree (Alt)

LP 3 – Additional Sessions & Previously Unheard Versions
Time Of No Reply
'Cello Song
Mayfair (Alt)
River Man
Way To Blue
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane (Studio Take)
Saturday Sun (Reprise)
River Man (Reprise)

LP 4 – Five Leaves Left (Original Album – Remastered)
Time Has Told Me
River Man
Three Hours
Way To Blue
Day Is Done
'Cello Song
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane
Man In A Shed
Fruit Tree
Saturday Sun

• Media Condition: Mint (M)
• Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
• Format: Vinyl
• Genre: FOLK
• Format Type: 4xLP
• Released: 09/26/2025

Condition Ratings

MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.

Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.

Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.

Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.

Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

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