Toussaint, Allen

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	American Tunes New - LP - 554656 Sealed 2016 2LP Gatefold. His Final Recording Includes 3 Vinyl Only Bonus Tracks. more
	American Tunes New - LP - 554656 Sealed 2016 2LP Gatefold. His Final Recording Includes 3 Vinyl Only Bonus Tracks. more
	From A Whisper To A Scream Used Import - KENT 036 1985 UK import. From A Whisper To A Scream, released in 1970 on Scepter Records, is a landmark album that marked his return as a frontman after years of acclaimed work as a songwriter, arranger, and producer in the New Orleans R&B scene. Showcasing Toussaint’s silky vocals and signature piano, the album seamlessly blends elements of funk, soul, and jazz, capturing the vibrant musical spirit of his hometown. Notable tracks include the socially charged “Everything Is Going To Be Funky” which Toussaint would later re-record to greater fame, and the emotive title track, “From A Whisper To A Scream.” The lineup features prominent New Orleans musicians, including Mac Rebennack (Dr. John) on guitar and the legendary Meters—featuring Art Neville, George Porter Jr., Leo Nocentelli, and Zigaboo Modeliste—providing tight, dynamic backing. The album is lauded for its lush horn arrangements, poetic lyrics, and Toussaint’s nuanced production, making it a sought-after gem for vinyl collectors. The original pressing is a prized vinyl but this import pressing is an authentic listening experience that highlights Toussaint’s enduring influence on soul and funk. For music lovers, this record stands as a testament to Toussaint’s artistry and the depth of New Orleans musical tradition. more
	I Love A Carnival Ball Used - LP - LP 800 Hard To Find 1987 Private Label Original. Appears Unplayed. more
	Life, Love And Faith Audiophile - New - MS 2062 Sealed 2021 180gm All-Analogue Remastered Reissue From Speakers Corner. "When Allen Toussaint Restarted His Solo Career In 1970 With Toussaint (Aka From A Whisper To A Scream), He Leaned Heavily On Songs He Had Written For Other Artists, As Well As A Couple Of Covers. It Was A Good Way To Jump-start His Career, And With Its Elastic, Elegant Arrangements, It Set The Groundwork For 1972's Life, Love And Faith, His First Album For Reprise/warner. Toussaint Seized The Opportunity As A Way To Stretch Out His Sound, Refining It And Expanding It So It Was Grounded In New Orleans R&b But Also Encompassed Hard Funk And Smooth Soul. Though It Was A Soul Album Through And Through, It Also Had The Feeling Of Being Part Of Reprise's Considerable Singer/songwriter Stable -- Such Artists As Randy Newman, Bonnie Raitt, Little Feat, And Joni Mitchell -- And If Anything, Life, Love And Faith Feels More Of A Piece With This Group Than It Does With Most Music Coming Out Of New Orleans In The Early '70s Because It Also Captures An Eccentric Genius Pursuing His Idiosyncratic Vision. Here, It Seems As If Toussaint Has Found Every Permutation Of His Signature Sound, Which Is Pretty Much The Sound Of New Orleans R&b. He Revives The Classic, Easy-rolling Groove On "Soul Sister"; Turns It Seriously, Deeply Funky On "Goin' Down" And "Victims Of The Darkness"; Gets Trippy On "Out Of The City (Into Country Life)"; Treads Nimbly With A Philly Soul Variation On "She Once Belonged To Me"; And Crafts A Tremendous, Dramatic Ballad With "On Your Way Down," One Of The Finest Songs He Ever Wrote. It's A Textured, Multi-layered Record That May Not Be The Purest Dose Of Toussaint, But Is The One Album That Truly Exhibits How Deep And Wide His Talents Ran." AMG Review By Stephen Thomas Erlewine. more
	Live In Philadelphia 1975 New - LP - R1 553408 Sealed Rarity, 2016 Record Store Day Exclusive 180gm Vinyl. This Is A Non-Numbered Promo Copy, With Barcode Blacked Out Under Shrink. Toussaint's Incredible Live 1975 Philadelphia Performance On Vinyl For The First Time. more
	Live In Philadelphia 1975 Used - LP - R1 553408 2016 Record Store Day Limited Edition Numbered 180gm Vinyl Release; #1504. Toussaint's Incredible Live 1975 Philadelphia Performance On Vinyl For The First Time. more
	Live In Philadelphia 1975 New - LP - R1 553408 Sealed 2016 Record Store Day Exclusive Numbered, Limited Edition 180gm Original. Toussaint's Incredible Live 1975 Philadelphia Performance On Vinyl For The First Time. Custom Hype Sticker On Shrink. more
	Motion New - LP - BSK 3142 Sealed 1978 Original. Saw-Cut. “Allen Toussaint's Two Albums For Reprise, 1972's Life, Love And Faith And 1975's Southern Nights, Were Both Idiosyncratic, Rather Brilliant Albums That Fell Just Short Of Materpiece Status, But No Matter How Good They Were, They Didn't Sell. So, The Label Stepped In, Moved Toussaint From Reprise To Warner, And Had Him Record His Third Album (Motion) In Hollywood With Producer Jerry Wexler. Toussaint Was Backed By A Bunch Of L.A. Studio Pros, Including Guitarist Larry Carlton And Drummer Jeff Porcaro, And The Difference From His Previous Records Is Palpable. This Is A Very Smooth, Very Slick Album, Heavy On Ballads And Mid-Tempo Grooves And Even When It Gets A Little Funky, It's Glossy. Since Toussaint Is Also An Accomplished Pro, He Goes Along With The Game, Turning Out Good Performances Throughout, Even Though His Compositions Are A Little Uneven. As A Result, Motion Plays Like A Good Late-Night Seduction Record, Sustaining A Nice, Low-Key Romantic Mood And Occasionally Spinning Off A Standout Song, Like The Nicely Funky "Night People," The Slyly Cynical "Viva La Money," The Offhand Charm Of "The Optimism Blues," And The Silky Pleasures Of "Motion," "To Be With You," And "With You In Mind." Ultimately, Motion Doesn't Feel As Fully Realized As Either Life, Love And Faith Or Southern Nights, And It's Considerably Less Individualistic Than Either, But It's Still A Solid Record, Particularly As A Soundtrack For A Lazy, Romantic Evening.” - Stephen Thomas Erlewinem, All Music Guide more
	Motion Used - LP - BSK 3142 1978 Burbank Street Scene Label Original With Gold Promo Stamp On The Cover. Appears Unplayed, Jacket Is VG+. “Allen Toussaint's Two Albums For Reprise, 1972's Life, Love And Faith And 1975's Southern Nights, Were Both Idiosyncratic, Rather Brilliant Albums That Fell Just Short Of Materpiece Status, But No Matter How Good They Were, They Didn't Sell. So, The Label Stepped In, Moved Toussaint From Reprise To Warner, And Had Him Record His Third Album (Motion) In Hollywood With Producer Jerry Wexler. Toussaint Was Backed By A Bunch Of L.A. Studio Pros, Including Guitarist Larry Carlton And Drummer Jeff Porcaro, And The Difference From His Previous Records Is Palpable. This Is A Very Smooth, Very Slick Album, Heavy On Ballads And Mid-Tempo Grooves And Even When It Gets A Little Funky, It's Glossy. Since Toussaint Is Also An Accomplished Pro, He Goes Along With The Game, Turning Out Good Performances Throughout, Even Though His Compositions Are A Little Uneven. As A Result, Motion Plays Like A Good Late-Night Seduction Record, Sustaining A Nice, Low-Key Romantic Mood And Occasionally Spinning Off A Standout Song, Like The Nicely Funky "Night People," The Slyly Cynical "Viva La Money," The Offhand Charm Of "The Optimism Blues," And The Silky Pleasures Of "Motion," "To Be With You," And "With You In Mind." Ultimately, Motion Doesn't Feel As Fully Realized As Either Life, Love And Faith Or Southern Nights, And It's Considerably Less Individualistic Than Either, But It's Still A Solid Record, Particularly As A Soundtrack For A Lazy, Romantic Evening.” - Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide. more
	Motion New - LP - BSK 3142 Sealed 1978 Original. “Allen Toussaint's Two Albums For Reprise, 1972's Life, Love And Faith And 1975's Southern Nights, Were Both Idiosyncratic, Rather Brilliant Albums That Fell Just Short Of Materpiece Status, But No Matter How Good They Were, They Didn't Sell. So, The Label Stepped In, Moved Toussaint From Reprise To Warner, And Had Him Record His Third Album (Motion) In Hollywood With Producer Jerry Wexler. Toussaint Was Backed By A Bunch Of L.A. Studio Pros, Including Guitarist Larry Carlton And Drummer Jeff Porcaro, And The Difference From His Previous Records Is Palpable. This Is A Very Smooth, Very Slick Album, Heavy On Ballads And Mid-Tempo Grooves And Even When It Gets A Little Funky, It's Glossy. Since Toussaint Is Also An Accomplished Pro, He Goes Along With The Game, Turning Out Good Performances Throughout, Even Though His Compositions Are A Little Uneven. As A Result, Motion Plays Like A Good Late-Night Seduction Record, Sustaining A Nice, Low-Key Romantic Mood And Occasionally Spinning Off A Standout Song, Like The Nicely Funky "Night People," The Slyly Cynical "Viva La Money," The Offhand Charm Of "The Optimism Blues," And The Silky Pleasures Of "Motion," "To Be With You," And "With You In Mind." Ultimately, Motion Doesn't Feel As Fully Realized As Either Life, Love And Faith Or Southern Nights, And It's Considerably Less Individualistic Than Either, But It's Still A Solid Record, Particularly As A Soundtrack For A Lazy, Romantic Evening.” - Stephen Thomas Erlewinem, All Music Guide more
	Southern Nights Used - LP - P-8585R Rare Japanese Pressing Of This Oustanding 1975 Album. No Obi. Small Name Written On Rear Jacket. more
	Southern Nights Used - LP - MS 2186 Rare 1975 Original Still In Shrink Wrap. LP Appears Glossy, Unplayed. more
	The Allen Toussaint Collection New - LP - 26549 Sealed 2017 2LP RSD Compilation Reissue. 2nd LP Is One Sided. more
	The Bright Mississippi Audiophile - LP - 480380 Sealed, Out Of Print 2009 180 Gram 2LP Housed In A Deluxe Gatefold Cover. Plated And Pressed At Pallas Diepholz, Germany. Includes CD Version Of Album. Through His Work As Producer, Composer, Arranger And Consummate Session Man, New Orleans Native Allen Toussaint Has Truly Earned Living-Legend Status. He's Collaborated On Landmark Recordings For Such Artists As Ernie K. Doe, Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, The Meters, The Pointer Sisters And Labelle And Released Acclaimed Albums Of His Own. Here, Backed By An All-Star Combo That Sounds Like A Group Of Old Friends, Toussaint Reinterprets Classic Jazz And Blues Tunes Popularized Or Written By Such New Orleans Greats As Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton And Joe "King" Oliver, As Well As Pieces Composed By Fellow Travelers Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington And Thelonious Monk. more
	The Bright Mississippi Audiophile - LP - 480380 New, Unplayed Copy. Out Of Print 180 Gram 2LP Housed In A Deluxe Gatefold Cover. Plated And Pressed At Pallas Diepholz, Germany. Includes CD Version Of Album. Through His Work As Producer, Composer, Arranger And Consummate Session Man, New Orleans Native Allen Toussaint Has Truly Earned Living-Legend Status. He's Collaborated On Landmark Recordings For Such Artists As Ernie K. Doe, Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, The Meters, The Pointer Sisters And Labelle And Released Acclaimed Albums Of His Own. Here, Backed By An All-Star Combo That Sounds Like A Group Of Old Friends, Toussaint Reinterprets Classic Jazz And Blues Tunes Popularized Or Written By Such New Orleans Greats As Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton And Joe "King" Oliver, As Well As Pieces Composed By Fellow Travelers Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington And Thelonious Monk. more
	The Bright Mississippi New - LP - 480380-1 Sealed 2016 2LP Reissue Of The $300+ 2009 Original. Through His Work As Producer, Composer, Arranger And Consummate Session Man, New Orleans Native Allen Toussaint Has Truly Earned Living-Legend Status. He's Collaborated On Landmark Recordings For Such Artists As Ernie K. Doe, Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, The Meters, The Pointer Sisters And Labelle And Released Acclaimed Albums Of His Own. Here, Backed By An All-Star Combo That Sounds Like A Group Of Old Friends, Toussaint Reinterprets Classic Jazz And Blues Tunes Popularized Or Written By Such New Orleans Greats As Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton And Joe "King" Oliver, As Well As Pieces Composed By Fellow Travelers Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington And Thelonious Monk. more
	Toussaint Used - LP - SPS 24003 Beautiful 1971 Original With Promo Sticker On Shrink Wrap. more