KLIMT 2-LPs SPLATTER MJJ352: Caravan ‎– In The Land Of Grey And Pink - 2013 FRA

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Background -

 In the Land of Grey and Pink is considered by many to be a pinnacle release from Caravan. The album contains an undeniable and decidedly European sense of humor and charm. In addition, this would mark the end of the band's premiere lineup. Co-founder David Sinclair would leave Caravan to form Matching Mole with Soft Machine drummer and vocalist Robert Wyatt in August of 1971. As a group effort, In the Land of Grey and Pink displays all the ethereal brilliance Caravan created on their previous pair of 12" outings. Their blending of jazz and folk instrumentation and improvisational styles hints at Traffic and Family, as displayed on "Winter Wine," as well as the organ and sax driven instrumental introduction to "Nine Feet Underground." These contrast the decidedly aggressive sounds concurrent with albums from King Crimson or Soft Machine. In fact, beginning with the album's title, there seems to be pastoral qualities and motifs throughout. Another reason enthusiasts rank this album among their favorites is the group dynamic which has rarely sounded more singular or cohesive. David Sinclair's lyrics are of particular note, especially the middle-earth imagery used on "Winter Wine" or the enduring whimsy of "Golf Girl." The remastered version of this album includes previously unissued demos/alternate versions of both tracks under the titles: "It's Likely to Have a Name Next Week" and "Group Girl," respectively. The remastered disc also includes "I Don't Know Its Name (Alias the Word)" and "Aristocracy," two pieces that were completed, but shelved in deference to the time limitations imposed during the days of wine and vinyl. The latter composition would be reworked and released on Caravan's next album, Waterloo Lily. The 12-page liner notes booklet includes expanded graphics, memorabilia, and an essay penned specifically for the reissue. - Lindsay Planer

 Klimt Records re-issue on double translucent pink/red vinyl with grey splatter. The original album is on disc one and disc two contains outtakes from the album's original AIR and Decca recording sessions in 1970-71.
LPs made by KLIMT Records, in FRANCE
 LPs released in 2013 LPs are recorded in STEREO Record Catalog Number: MJJ352
 This listing is for a rare, out of print 2-LP title - an OPENED and in Near MINT minus overall condition LP PRESSED and ISSUED by KLIMT Records of a highly collectible title from their catalog - a superb title featuring -

Caravan

 2-LP Title -

In The Land of Grey and Pink
 Track Listing -
A1. Golf Girl - 5:00
A2. Winter Wine - Engineer [Overdubbing, Re-mix] – Dave Grinsted - 7:35
A3. Love To Love You (And Tonight Pigs Will Fly) - Engineer [Re-mix] – Peter Rynston - 3:03
A4. In The Land Of Grey And Pink - 4:59
B. Nine Feet Underground - Engineer [Overdubbing] – Dave Grinsted, Derek Varnals Engineer [Rhythm Track, Re-mix] – Dave Grinsted - 22:40
C1. I Don't Know Its Name - 6:08
C2. Disassociation/100% Proof
D1. Aristocracy - 3:15
D2. It's Likely To Have A Name Next Week/Winter Wine - 7:48
D3. Group Girl - 5:14
Performers / Other Information -
• Pressed By – GZ Digital Media
• Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Vocals – Richard Sinclair
• Bells, Percussion [Cannon, Wind] – Dave Grinsted
• Composed By – Sinclair, Hastings, Coughlan, Sinclair
• Drums, Percussion – Richard Coughlan
• Engineer – John Punter (tracks: A1 to A4)
• Flute, Saxophone [Tenor], Piccolo Flute – Jimmy Hastings
• Guitar [Electric], Acoustic Guitar, Vocals – Pye Hastings
• Mixed By [Bonus Material] – Julian Hastings
• Organ, Piano, Mellotron, Vocals [Harmony] – David Sinclair
2-LP set cut at 33rpm
FRANCE made in 2013, using Pink & Grey Splattered Vinyl
• Barcode: 889397272913
• Matrix / Runout (Runout side A, variant 1): 105558E1/A
• Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, variant 1): 105558E2/A
• Matrix / Runout (Runout side C, variant 1): 105558E3/A
• Matrix / Runout (Runout side D, variant 1): 105558E4/A

CONDITION Details: The GATE-FOLD LP jacket is in near mint minus condition! The jacket is tight and clean, with NO seam splits, NO cut out marks and NO discoloration. The corners are solid, with just a bit of shelf wear the seams and corners. The colors on the jacket are clean and sharp. Most of the original shrink wrap is still on the jacket, therefore the GATE-FOLD has never even been opened up! A superb example!! The LPs are in near mint minus overall condition! The vinyl is actually like new. The LP surfaces may have a slight spider mark or two, and/or a finger print or two. Comes with the original inner sleeves - spider marks may be audible, but that really depends on the sensitivity of your audio gear. This LPs are in superb condition and very collectible, in near mint minus shape. As this is a vintage LP, don't expect it to sound like a brand new audiophile LP....some extraneous sound is inevitable and should be expected for a vintage LP. The LP retains much of the original gloss and sheen! There are NO serious spindle marks on the record labels either.
 A Short Note About LP GRADING - Mint {M} = Only used for sealed items. Near Mint {NM} = Virtually flawless in every way. Near Mint Minus {NM-} = Item has some minor imperfections, some audible. Excellent {EXC} = Item obviously played and enjoyed with some noise. Very Good Plus {VG+} = Many more imperfections which are noticeable and obtrusive.

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