Jeffreys, Garland

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	American Boy & Girl New - LP - SP 4778 Sealed 1979 Original. “Garland Jeffreys Employed A Studio Full Of High-Priced Session Musicians On His Previous Album, 1978's One-Eyed Jack, But The Disc Failed To Capitalize On The Breakthrough Represented By Its Predecessor, 1977's Ghost Writer, Which Had Employed Much The Same Group Of Players. A Year-And-A-Half Later, On American Boy & Girl, Jeffreys Is Accompanied By His Stage Band, A&M Records Apparently Cutting The Recording Budget Or Finally Realizing That It's Jeffreys' Songs More Than His Musicians That Matter. This Collection Is A Good Representation Of His Street Poet Persona, In Which He Sings Feelingly Of The Challenges Faced By Lower Class Urban Youth In Their Struggle To Escape Their Upbringing. "City Kids" Puts The Matter In Stark Terms, The Lyrics A First-Person Account From One Of The "Delinquents And Reprieves/Orphans And The City Kids" Who Survive On The Street Committing Crimes "For A Thrill.” "American Boy & Girl," Which Follows, Finds The Singer Describing Two Young People, Again Challenged By Drugs And Desperation, But Hoping That "A Little Inspiration" Will Save Them And Pleading In The Chorus, "Don't You Let Me Down." Clearly, The Songwriter Sees Himself As One Who Managed To Save Himself From Similar Circumstances, And He Devotes Songs Like "Livin' For Me," "Ship Of Fools," And "If Mao Could See Me Now" To Declarations Of Self-Worth And Accomplishment. Unlike Some Who Have Romanticized Street Life, Jeffreys Faces It Unsentimentally, But He Also Addresses It With An Expressive Tenor And A Set Of Rock & Roll And Reggae Tunes That Make The Message Go Down Easier.” All Music Guide - William Ruhlmann. more
	American Boy & Girl Used - LP - SP-4778 Beautiful 1979 Original. “Garland Jeffreys Employed A Studio Full Of High-Priced Session Musicians On His Previous Album, 1978's One-Eyed Jack, But The Disc Failed To Capitalize On The Breakthrough Represented By Its Predecessor, 1977's Ghost Writer, Which Had Employed Much The Same Group Of Players. A Year-And-A-Half Later, On American Boy & Girl, Jeffreys Is Accompanied By His Stage Band, A&M Records Apparently Cutting The Recording Budget Or Finally Realizing That It's Jeffreys' Songs More Than His Musicians That Matter. This Collection Is A Good Representation Of His Street Poet Persona, In Which He Sings Feelingly Of The Challenges Faced By Lower Class Urban Youth In Their Struggle To Escape Their Upbringing. "City Kids" Puts The Matter In Stark Terms, The Lyrics A First-Person Account From One Of The "Delinquents And Reprieves/Orphans And The City Kids" Who Survive On The Street Committing Crimes "For A Thrill.” "American Boy & Girl," Which Follows, Finds The Singer Describing Two Young People, Again Challenged By Drugs And Desperation, But Hoping That "A Little Inspiration" Will Save Them And Pleading In The Chorus, "Don't You Let Me Down." Clearly, The Songwriter Sees Himself As One Who Managed To Save Himself From Similar Circumstances, And He Devotes Songs Like "Livin' For Me," "Ship Of Fools," And "If Mao Could See Me Now" To Declarations Of Self-Worth And Accomplishment. Unlike Some Who Have Romanticized Street Life, Jeffreys Faces It Unsentimentally, But He Also Addresses It With An Expressive Tenor And A Set Of Rock & Roll And Reggae Tunes That Make The Message Go Down Easier.” All Music Guide - William Ruhlmann. more
	Escape Artist New - LP - PE 36983 Sealed 1981 2nd Pressing (PE Prefix That Did Not Contain Bonus Single). Cut Out Hole. “With 1981's Escape Artist, Jeffreys And Producer Bob Clearmountain Finally Hit On The Right Combination; A Set Of Tough, Witty Songs That Dealt With The Personal And The Political, Backed By An Exceptional Studio Band That Included Members Of Bruce Springsteen's E-Street Band And Graham Parker's Rumour. With Jeffreys' Rock And Reggae Songs Given A Slight New Wave Sheen And A Pulse That Was Strong But Danceable, Escape Artist Had A Sound That Was Polished But Full Of Life, And The Many Moods Of The Songs -- The Edgy Stutter Of "True Confessions," The Upbeat Reggae Of "Christine," The Fist-Pumping, Anthemic "R.O.C.K.," And The Wiry And Streetwise "Mystery Kids" -- Reflected The Energy Of Jeffreys' Home Town Of New York, Where A Neighborhood Could Change Completely When You Turned A Corner. Jeffreys Also Came Up With One Of His Strongest Sets Of Songs To Date, Melodically Forceful While Telling Stories That Were Both Passionate And Mature, And His Vocals Were Muscular And Full Of Soul (Lou Reed And David Johansen Guested On The Sessions, But Jeffreys Showed He Could Sing Rings Around Them). The Guitar-Fueled Cover Of "96 Tears" Pushed Escape Artist Into The Charts And Made It Jeffreys' First Real Hit In The United States, But There Isn't A Single Tune On This Album That Doesn't Sound Great And Have Something To Say; With The Possible Exception Of Ghost Writer, This Is Garland Jeffreys' Finest Hour.” All Music Guide - Mark Deming. more
	Escape Artist Used - LP - JE 36983 1981 Original With Custom Inner Sleeve. Small Corner Crease And Light Edge/Corner Rubbing. Two Corner Bumps Includes Limited Edition Four Song Promo 7". Gold Promo Stamp On Back Of Cover An Underrated Record And Tough To Find With The Bonus Single. more
	Escape Artist New - LP - JE 36983 Sealed 1981 Original With Custom Song Hype Sticker. Includes Limited Edition Four Song 7". An Underrated Record And Tough To Find With The Bonus Single. more
	Ghost Writer Used - LP - SP-4629 1977 Gatefold Original With Custom "Wild In The Streets" Hype Sticker On The Shrink Wrap. “Ghost Writer Wasn't Garland Jeffreys' First Album, But It Was The First One Where His Signature Lyrical Voice Made Itself Properly Heard On Vinyl, And Where He Seemed To Fully Embrace The Stylistic Eclecticism That Would Become One Of The Hallmarks Of His Work. On Ghost Writer, Jeffreys Spins Ten Vivid Tales Of Life On The New York Streets, Ranging From The Cool Literary Philosophizing Of The Title Cut To The Teenage Rage Of "Wild In The Streets," Encompassing The Slinky Reggae Of "I May Not Be Your Kind," The Sinewy Latin Grooves Of "Spanish Town," The Cocky Rock & Roll Of "Rough & Ready," The Graceful Sweet Soul Of "New York Skyline," And The Edgy, Urgent Menace Of "Lift Me Up." What Holds It All Together Is Jeffreys' Songwriting, Keenly Intelligent Without Seeming Academic And Reveling In The Power Of The Word. Jeffreys Can Sing About The Dilemma Of Race In An International City, Political Unrest In Another Land, Unrequited Love, The Movies That Give Life To His Dreams, And The Books That Nourish His Soul While Sounding Wise, Fully Engaged, And Like The Coolest Guy On The Block All At Once, With A Voice That's Sweet, Sharp, And Commanding. Ghost Writer Is An Album That Covers A Lot Of Ground In Ten Songs, But It Never Gets Lost On Its Whirlwind Ride Around The City, And If It Became A Cult Item Rather Than A Mainstream Success, Anyone Who Gives This A Fair Hearing Is Likely To Conclude It's The Work Of An Artist Of The First Order, And Jeffreys' Second Masterpiece, Escape Artist, Would Attract The Larger American Audience He Deserved.” All Music Guide - Mark Deming more
	One-Eyed Jack New - LP - SP-4681 Sealed 1978 Original Small Saw Cut. Garland Jeffreys' album "One-Eyed Jack," released in 1978, is a compelling blend of rock, reggae, and soul, showcasing his versatility as a musician. Known for his ability to merge different musical styles seamlessly, Jeffreys infuses the album with his characteristic storytelling and poignant lyricism. The record includes tracks that highlight his reflections on urban life and personal experiences, delivered with a raw and emotive vocal style. His approach to songwriting on "One-Eyed Jack" is both introspective and socially aware, capturing the essence of the era with a unique voice. Produced by David Spinozza, "One-Eyed Jack" complements Jeffreys' dynamic vocal performances, with arrangements that range from upbeat and rhythmic to more contemplative and melodic. The album's instrumentation includes a mix of guitars, keyboards, and horns, creating a rich and diverse sonic landscape. Jeffreys' ability to address complex themes with authenticity and depth is evident throughout the album, solidifying his status as an impactful artist of his time. Overall, "One-Eyed Jack" is a testament to Garland Jeffreys' talent and his contribution to the musical tapestry of the late 1970s. more
	One-Eyed Jack Used - LP - SP 5100 Rare 1978 Test Pressing Housed In A Custom Made Mock-Up Jacket. more
	One-Eyed Jack Used - LP - SP-4681 1978 Original with inner sleeve. Garland Jeffreys' album "One-Eyed Jack," released in 1978, is a compelling blend of rock, reggae, and soul, showcasing his versatility as a musician. Known for his ability to merge different musical styles seamlessly, Jeffreys infuses the album with his characteristic storytelling and poignant lyricism. The record includes tracks that highlight his reflections on urban life and personal experiences, delivered with a raw and emotive vocal style. His approach to songwriting on "One-Eyed Jack" is both introspective and socially aware, capturing the essence of the era with a unique voice. Produced by David Spinozza, "One-Eyed Jack" complements Jeffreys' dynamic vocal performances, with arrangements that range from upbeat and rhythmic to more contemplative and melodic. The album's instrumentation includes a mix of guitars, keyboards, and horns, creating a rich and diverse sonic landscape. Jeffreys' ability to address complex themes with authenticity and depth is evident throughout the album, solidifying his status as an impactful artist of his time. Overall, "One-Eyed Jack" is a testament to Garland Jeffreys' talent and his contribution to the musical tapestry of the late 1970s. more
	Rock & Roll Adult Used - LP - FE 37436 1981 US Stereo Original With Custom Inner Sleeve. Gold Promo Stamp On Rear Cover. "In 1981, Escape Artist Gave Garland Jeffreys His First Taste Of Genuine Commercial Success In The United States, And He Hit The Road In Support Of The Album With Graham Parker's Band The Rumour As His Backing Combo. Critics Raved About The Shows, And It's Not Hard To See Why After Giving A Listen To Rock & Roll Adult, A Live Album Recorded During Shows Taped In Paris And New York In The Spring Of 1981. While Rock & Roll Adult Lacks The Production Wizardry That Helped Make Escape Artist A Success, It Captures Jeffreys And The Rumour In Tight And Emphatic Form; The Band Sounds Razor-sharp, Especially Guitarists Brinsley Schwarz And Martin Belmont And Drummer Stephen Goulding, And Jeffreys Is Masterful, Putting Everything He Has Into Songs Like "I May Not Be Your Kind," "35 Millimeter Dreams," And "R.o.c.k." Rock & Roll Adult Also Gave Jeffreys A Chance To Catch His New Audience Up On Songs That Had Been Hits In Europe Or Favorites With Critics Without Getting Much Of A Hearing Stateside, And These Versions Of "Matador" And "Wild In The Streets" Are Arguably More Powerful And Effective Than Their Previous Studio Versions, While "Cool Down Boy" Is Turned Into A Brave And Harrowing 12-minute Epic. Jeffreys Was 37 When Rock & Roll Adult Was Recorded, Proving The Title Was A Genuine Statement Of Fact, But While These Performances Have A Grownup's Smarts And Maturity, This Is Still Music Full Of Sweat, Blood, And Fury, And The Switchblade Impact Of This Record Is Truly Impressive. Rock & Roll Adult Was Not A Major Commercial Success And Soon Fell Out Of Print, But Anyone With A Taste For Garland Jeffreys' Music Will Find A Lot To Enjoy On This Album." AMG - Mark Deming. more
	Rock & Roll Adult Used - LP - FE 37436 1981 Original. Gold Promo Stamp On Back. more