Blue Mink

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	Melting Pot Used - Vinyl - PHS-600-323 1969 US original in shrink. Hole punch. Blue Mink’s debut album, “Melting Pot,” was released in 1969 by the British pop group formed earlier that same year. The band featured notable members such as Madeline Bell, Roger Cook & Herbie Flowers on bass (Walk On The Wild Side) and quickly became known for their blend of pop, soul, and rock influences. The album’s title track, “Melting Pot,” became a significant hit, reaching the UK Top 3 and standing out for its message advocating for racial harmony. The entire album showcases the group’s musical versatility, combining upbeat tracks with soulful ballads, reflective of the late 1960s’ spirit of social change and experimentation within British pop music. Upon its release, “Melting Pot” was both commercially successful and somewhat controversial due to the directness of its lyrics addressing race and integration. The album positioned Blue Mink as part of a movement of artists using their platform to comment on contemporary issues. The arrangements and production highlighted the vocal talents of Bell and Cook, set against a backdrop of tight instrumentation. Over time, the album has been viewed as a notable artifact of its era, capturing the optimistic yet complex cultural shifts underway in late 1960s Britain. Its legacy persists, with the title track frequently revisited in discussions about pop music’s role in social commentary. more
	Real Mink New - Vinyl - PHS 600-339 Sealed 1970 Pressing With Hype Sticker. Small Cut Out Hole. "An Excellent Pop Album That Features The Hits "Good Morning Freedom" And "Our World," As Well As A Diverse Selection Of More-Than-Decent Album Tracks. All Of The Players Were World-class, And Vocalists Madeleine Bell And Roger Cook (Who Was Also One Of The U.K.'s Most Successful Songwriters) Were At The Top Of Their Game." AMG Review By Steven McDonald. more
	Real Mink New - Vinyl - PHS 600-339 Sealed 1970 Original Featuring The Great Voice Of Madeline Bell. An Excellent Pop Album That Features The Hits "Good Morning Freedom" And "Our World," As Well As A Diverse Selection Of More-Than-Decent Album Tracks. All Of The Players Were World-Class, And Vocalists Madeleine Bell And Roger Cook (Who Was Also One Of The U.K.'S Most Successful Songwriters) Were At The Top Of Their Game. Tiny Cut Out Hole. more