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	Third Stage Used - LP - MCA-6188 1986 US Club (CRC) gatefold pressing. EX/NM- Vinyl. Contains The Number One Hit "Amanda" And A Belting Closer In "Hollyann". "After rushing their second album Don't Look Back, Boston took eight years to complete the album Third Stage. The long delay is even more surprising considering that their sound didn't change at all; even though only songwriter/guitarist Tom Scholz and vocalist Brad Delp remained from the original lineup, they were the ones responsible for Boston's sound. As such, it is difficult to avoid comparisons with their landmark debut. Third Stage has some strong moments, especially the number one hit "Amanda" where the band blends acoustic and electric guitars to complement the layered vocals. However, the songs are not as strong as those on their debut, and the album is marred by the presence of instrumental fillers and an attempt to cling to a theme of "journey through life's third stage." Thus, rather than focusing on universal topics such as the exuberance and uncertainties associated with youth, the mature lyrics are lost on most of their young rock audience. Given the time between albums and the changes in the pop landscape, it was a little disappointing to find Boston stuck in the same sound. The album still sounds great when it works on all cylinders ("We're Ready," "Cool the Engines"), but the album is not filled with enough satisfying moments. This may be nostalgic pop rock of the '80s, but casual listeners should start with their debut." All Music Guide – Vik Iyengar ... more
	Keep It Up Used - LP - QC 38703 1983 original. Ring wear and corner dings. Keep It Up, Loverboy’s third studio album, was released in June 1983 and further cemented their reputation for creating infectious, high-energy rock. Produced by Bruce Fairbairn, this album includes the band’s biggest U.S. hit, “Hot Girls in Love,” and continued their streak of successful singles. The record reached No. 7 on the Billboard 200 and achieved platinum status in both Canada and the U.S. The vinyl format delivers the layered synths and tight songwriting with impressive clarity, allowing music lovers to experience the full impact of Loverboy’s polished production and anthemic choruses that defined their early ‘80s sound. ... more
	Sports Used - LP - FV 41412 Sealed 1983 CRC Club Pressing. One Of The Biggest Selling Albums Of The 80's. Huge Hits Include "The Heart Of Rock & Roll", "I Want A New Drug" & "Heart & Soul". ... more
	Small World New - LP - OV 41622 Sealed 1988 US Club pressing (CRC). Recorded at Studio D in Sausalito, CA. ... more
	The Up Escalator Used - LP - AL 9517 1980 US OriginalWith Custom Inner Sleeve. "While It Was Something Short Of A Hit, Squeezing Out Sparks Did Win A Measure Of Richly Deserved American Recognition For Graham Parker & The Rumour, And For The Follow-Up, Parker's American Record Label, Arista, Paired Him Up With Hotshot Producer Jimmy Iovine. The Idea Looked Good On Paper; Iovine Had Produced Or Engineered Great Sounding Hard Rock Records For Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, And Patti Smith, And His Tough But Vibrant Sound Would Seem The Perfect Match For Parker And His Band. But One Listen To The Up Escalator Reveals That Iovine's Trademark Sound Somehow Escaped Him For This Project; The Recording And Mix Are Flat And Poorly Detailed (Brinsley Schwarz's Lead Guitar And Stephen Goulding's Drums Suffer The Most), And The Often Mushy Audio Manages The Remarkable Feat Of Making The Rumour, One Of The Most Exciting Rock Bands Of Their Day, Sound Just A Bit Dull. But Parker Fights The Muddy Sound Every Step Of The Way, And If His Batting Average As A Songwriter Is A Shade Lower Than On Squeezing Out Sparks, He Certainly Offers Up His Share Of A-List Material, Including The Incendiary "Empty Lives," The Passionate "The Beating Of Another Heart," And "Endless Night," Which Features One Bruce Springsteen On Backing Vocals. Parker's Singing Is Sharp And Commanding, And Even Though The Mix Lets Them Down, The Rumour's Performances Are Tough And Precise Throughout. The Up Escalator Failed To Catch The Ears Of The Mass Audience, And Parker Would Soon Part Ways With The Rumour, But If This Album Doesn't Present Them In The Best Light, It Shows That They Could Play Tough, Passionate Rock & Roll That Could Survive Even The Most Adverse Recording Conditions." All Music Guide – Mark Deming. ... more
	Feels So Good Used - LP - KU-24 S1 1975 Original In Shrink Wrap. LP Appears Unplayed. Tracks Are: "The Sea Lion," "Moonstreams," "Knucklehead," "It Feels So Good" & "Hydra." His Outstanding Follow-Up To "Mr. Magic." Released in 1975, "Feels So Good" is a standout album by acclaimed jazz saxophonist Grover Washington, Jr., recognized for his pioneering contributions to the smooth jazz and soul-jazz genres. The album showcases Washington’s signature blend of soulful melodies, sophisticated arrangements, and expressive saxophone work. Featuring top session musicians, "Feels So Good" delivers a rich, groove-oriented sound that highlights Washington’s ability to seamlessly fuse jazz, R&B, and funk influences. Notable tracks such as "Knucklehead" and the title track "Feels So Good" exemplify the album’s warm, laid-back atmosphere and Washington’s creative improvisational style. The record’s production quality and musical interplay have made it a favorite among jazz enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. "Feels So Good" solidified Grover Washington, Jr.'s place as a leading figure in contemporary jazz, and remains an influential recording for fans of soul-jazz, smooth jazz, and instrumental R&B. ... more
	Slow Train Coming Used - LP - FC 36120 1979 US original. "Perhaps it was inevitable that Bob Dylan would change direction at the end of the '70s, since he had dabbled in everything from full-on repudiation of his legacy to a quiet embrace of it, to dipping his toe into pure showmanship. Nobody really could have expected that he would turn to Christianity on Slow Train Coming, embracing a born-again philosophy with enthusiasm. He has no problem in believing in a vengeful god -- you gotta serve somebody, after all -- and this is pure brimstone and fire throughout the record, even on such lovely testimonials as "I Believe in You." The unexpected side effect of his conversion is that it gave Dylan a focus he hadn't had since Blood on the Tracks, and his concentration carries over to the music, which is lean and direct in a way that he hadn't been since, well, Blood on the Tracks. Focus isn't necessarily the same thing as consistency, and this does suffer from being a bit too dogmatic, not just in its religion, but in its musical approach. Still, it's hard to deny Dylan's revitalized sound here, and the result is a modest success that at least works on its own terms." All Music Guide – Stephen Thomas Erlewine ... more
	Birds Of Fire Used - LP - KC 31996 1973 Textured Cover Original. Engineered By Ken Scott. An All-Time Classic! Small Bump & Tiny Tear Hole To Top Seam, Glossy EX Vinyl. "Emboldened By The Popularity Of Inner Mounting Flame Among Rock Audiences, The First Mahavishnu Orchestra Set Out To Further Define And Refine Its Blistering Jazz-Rock Direction In Its Second -- And, No Thanks To Internal Feuding, Last -- Studio Album. Although It Has Much Of The Screaming Rock Energy And Sometimes Exaggerated Competitive Frenzy Of Its Predecessor, Birds Of Fire Is Audibly More Varied In Texture, Even More Tightly Organized, And Thankfully More Musical In Content. A Remarkable Example Of Precisely Choreographed, High-Speed Solo Trading -- With John Mclaughlin, Jerry Goodman, And Jan Hammer All Of One Mind, Supported By Billy Cobham's Machine-Gun Drumming And Rick Laird's Dancing Bass -- Can Be Heard On The Aptly Named "One Word," And The Title Track Is A Defining Moment Of The Group's Nearly Atonal Fury. The Band Also Takes Time Out For A Brief Bit Of Spaced-out Electronic Burbling And Static Called "Sapphire Bullets Of Pure Love." Yet The Most Enticing Pieces Of Music On The Record Are The Gorgeous, Almost Pastoral Opening And Closing Sections To "Open Country Joy," A Relaxed, Jocular Bit Of Communal Jamming That They Ought To Have Pursued Further. This Album Actually Became A Major Crossover Hit, Rising To Number 15 On The Pop Album Charts, And It Remains The Key Item In The First Mahavishnu Orchestra's Slim Discography." All Music Guide – Richard S. Ginell. ... more
	Whitney Houston Used - LP - AL 8-8212 1985 US Original Pressing With Arista Company Inner. "Whitney Houston" Is The Self-Titled Debut Studio Album By American Singer Whitney Houston, Released On February 14, 1985 By Arista Records. The Album Was Produced By Michael Masser And Clive Davis And Features Hit Singles Such As "Saving All My Love For You", "How Will I Know", And "Greatest Love Of All". At The Time Of Its Release, Houston Was Already A Well-Known And Highly Regarded Singer Due To Her Successful Singles Such As "You Give Good Love" And Her Duet With Teddy Pendergrass, "Hold Me". However, Her Self-Titled Album Marked The Beginning Of Her Meteoric Rise To Fame. The Album Was A Commercial Success, Peaking At Number One On The Us Billboard 200 Chart And Selling Over 22 Million Copies Worldwide, Making It One Of The Best-selling Debut Albums Of All Time. It Also Earned Houston Her First Grammy Award For Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female For "Saving All My Love For You". The Success Of This Album Launched Houston's Career And Paved The Way For Future Successes Such As Her Second Album "Whitney", Which Became The First Album By A Female Artist To Debut At Number One On The Billboard 200 Chart. ... more
	Desire Used - LP - PC 33893 1976 US original with insert. Desire captures Bob Dylan at his most passionate—mixing protest anthems, love songs, and mythic storytelling. Driven by Scarlet Rivera’s haunting violin and Emmylou Harris’s harmonies, it’s a richly textured masterpiece featuring “Hurricane,” “Isis,” and “Sara.” Essential Dylan. ... more