Sold Date: June 19, 2023
Start Date: June 9, 2023
Final Price: $17.50 (USD)
Bid Count: 2
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Up for sale is my copy of J Mascis' debut solo album "Several Shades of Why". This is an original pressing of the album on marbled purple vinyl from Sub Pop records. I am the only owner and it has never been played; I used the download code.
The sleeve and the vinyl are both in EXCELLENT condition; there is no damage to note. If you would like more photos or have questions, reach out!
"On opener "Listen to Me", Mascis repeats the song's titular phrase in a pleading voice. As the album's 10 tracks unravel with effortless, low-key ease, it's easy to obey his appeal. He's no longer "scared of feeling," though that doesn't mean he's not scared. The specter of loneliness and aging is a through-line here, too, brilliantly visualized by artist Marq Spusta's gorgeous cover, which shows a pair of fuzzy, unmistakably J-like creatures-- one big, one tiny-- using a sea monster's back for an island. (Mascis had a son in 2007.) Though dour, Mascis' sleeve avatar is also kind of cute. Several Shades of Why gives us that softer, gentler J Mascis. But it's not kids' stuff-- these are lullabies for adults, offered up with a compassion that doesn't come easy." -Pitchfork 
Be sure to check out my other listings and follow me as I will be posting more INDIE ROCK, ALTERNATIVE, EXPERIMENTAL, ELECTRONIC music all on vinyl in the coming days. Happy bidding! I am not a professional seller, just a long-time collector who has decided to sell them all off.
**I will ship the item wrapped in bubble wrap in a cardboard LP mailer. Unless you specifically contact me to request otherwise, I will ship with the disc outside of the main jacket to protect the seams from damage in transit. I do not currently have access to a turntable, so I must visually grade my records. If you have any questions or would like to see more photos, reach out. I am not a professional seller, just a longtime collector who has decided to sell them all off.**