SHARP M- 1971 RARE ORIG GRAVY TRAIN PEACEFUL MAN FULL BLOWN PROG Mellotron
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1971 ORIGINAL SWIRL VERTIGO
"(A Ballad Of ) A Peaceful Man"
GRAVY TRAIN
\ SOUTH AFRICA - SWIRL VERTIGO - 6360 - 051
... BEAUTIFUL TOP COPY ...
By far much more hard to find, talk about "rare" to find the 1971 South African SWIRL VERTIGO first press in MINTY CLEAN condition ...
Cut from the original UK masters in 1971, the audio is terrific, a full wide range sound with peaking highs and heavy bottom ... to hear is to believe ... Generally speaking, 45 year old South African prog and psych collectibles NEVER turn up this (mint) clean, collectors are happy to pay high $$$ dollar sums for "VG" range South African Psych / Prog (See Freedom Children Lp's for instance)
Just a year after the release of their 1970 first LP on Vertigo, Gravy Train released their follow-up "Ballad Of A Peaceful Man" ...
In 1971 Gravy Train left its blues influences behind, achieving a more dynamic sound while moving into the heavy progressive-rock terrain. The instrument passages take on a larger role and confirm Gravy Train as one of the most talented bands in the British progressive underground.
" (A Ballad of) A Peaceful Man" was Gravy Train's most praised - album. Unlike their hard edged first album, this album sports some lovely backing arrangements creating a full often majestic sound, credited to producer Nick Harrison. A unique feature of the album is that it splits the heavy tracks from the melodic tracks: all the heavenly tracks are on side 1, while all the hard progressive rockers are on side 2. This album is full of timeless melancholy and offers a wonderful mix of progressive rock elements. Lots of great whirling electrified flute flutters and soars throughout, reminiscing early Jethro Tull's creative style yet still retaining distinctly an original style. Complimented by Hammond organ and fuzz guitar the stellar part of this album is the adventurous well executed instrumentation topped off by the immediately noticeable raw yet pure vocals of Norman Barrett. The multi-talented J.D.Hughes handles flute, winds and keyboards (like harpsichord and Mellotron.) Norman Barratt also handles heavy guitar parts along with lead vocals.Album highlights include the title track, "(A Ballad Of) A Peaceful Man". It features some really stunning flute work amid heavenly backing arrangement. Elsewhere, "Jule's Delight" is another atmospheric ballad, while "Messenger" has a more symphonic feel complete with Mellotron. "Can Anybody Hear Me" and "Won't Talk About It" harkens back to the harder rock sound more typical of their highly rated first album, with tasty fuzz guitar breaks. "Home Again" shows some psychedelic overtones, and a nice way to close the album.
Really, when it comes for early, Vertigo-era Gravy Train, it all comes to taste, hard rock fans are obviously advised to check out their first album, progressive rock fans should go to "(A Ballad Of) A Peaceful Man."
- Norman Barrett / lead guitar & lead vocals
- Barry Davenport: drums & percussion
- J.D Hugues / flute, keyboards, winds, vocals
- Les Williams / bass & backing vocals
- Alone in Georgia ...(4:35)
(A Ballad of) A Peaceful Man ...(7:06)
Jule's Delight ...(6:58)
Messenger ...(5:58)
Can anybody Hear Me ...(2:59)
Old Tin Box ...(4:45)
Won't Talk About It ...(3:00)
Home Again ...(3:25)
CONDITION: The cover: Rated: M- the full laminated single-fold cover remains well cared for over the past 45 years ...fresh original colors, no delete marks, no split seams, no bends, and no writing ... Highly collection worthy rarity ...
The vinyl: Loads of clear shine over both sides, rated M- expect very clean - enjoyable audio play grade through both sides...NO distracting surface problems ... both Swirl Vertigo labels are very clean
A cool addition to anyone's music library!
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EFFICIENT/CAREFUL GRADING
All imperfections are noted both cover & record
NOTE: All Items backed by money back guarantee! IF you have a problem PLEASE let us solve for you BEFORE leaving ANY negative feedback. Thanks! GRADING SCALE: M, M-, EX, VG++,VG+, VG, VG- M Completely clean, no marks M- Carefully used, looks clean, plays clean, shiny gloss, no marks EX Faint scuff or superficial mark, near M-, high gloss, plays clean VG++ Glossy with minimal scuffing or light mark playing very nice, clean VG+ a bit more scuff or markls still plays well with very minimal surface at worse VG more marks/scratches only minor, nothing deep, no loud clicks or pops this grade is abused by many, VG here does not mean "trashed" VG- surface noise present, will not have skips or jumps ALL PAYMENTS SHOULD BE MADE WITHIN 5 DAYS Of AUCTIONS END BIDDERS PLEASE = Do Not Bid If You Are Not Serious About Following Through The Transaction! ALL ITEMS GUARANTEED FOR WINNING BID - LESS SHIPPING!
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