Sold Date: December 14, 2022
Start Date: December 13, 2022
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Laura Nyro Eli and the Thirteenth Confession Vinyl LP - Columbia CS 9296 (1968) VG++/NM Early Pressing with Stoned Soul Picnic, Luckie, Lu and more
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Very nice copy. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides, and it plays really well with good fidelity. Original gatefold cover is strong and still has shrink wrap, and includes original lyrics insert.
Eli and the Thirteenth Confession is the second album by Laura Nyro, released in 1968. Before she signed to Columbia Records, Verve had already planned to release the album, under the title Soul Picnic. The album saw its actual release in 1968 on the Columbia label and became one of the year's underground successes. The album was written entirely by Nyro, arranged by Charlie Calello and produced by both.
It is generally considered to be Nyro's most accessible and most famous work. In the February 2016 issue of UNCUT magazine it was rated in the 100 Greatest Albums of All Time. Many musicians, including Elton John and Todd Rundgren were directly influenced by the album and bandleader Paul Shaffer told CBC Television's George Stroumboulopoulos that he considers this album to be his one "desert island record".
Tracklist
Part 1 A1Luckie A2Lu A3Sweet Blindness A4Poverty Train A5Lonely Women A6Eli's Comin
Part 2 B1Timer B2Stoned Soul Picnic B3Emmie B4Woman's Blues B5Once It Was Alright Now (Farmer Joe) B6December's Boudoir B7The Confession
Personnel Laura Nyro – piano, keyboards, vocal, harmonies, "witness to the confession" Ralph Casale, Chet Amsterdam – acoustic guitar Hugh McCracken – electric guitar Chuck Rainey, Chet Amsterdam – bass Artie Schroeck – drums, vibes Buddy Saltzman – drums Dave Carey – percussion Bernie Glow, Pat Calello, Ernie Royal – trumpet George Young, Zoot Sims – saxophone Wayne Andre, Jimmy Cleveland, Ray DeSio – trombone Joe Farrell – saxophone, flute Paul Griffin – piano on "Eli's Comin'" and "Once It Was Alright Now (Farmer Joe)"
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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