Sold Date: June 10, 2023
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Derek & the Dominos Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs Vinyl 2 LP - Atco SD 2-704 (1970) VG++ First Pressing with "Layla" and "Bell Bottom Blues"
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on all sides and plays really well with good fidelity. Original gatefold cover is strong with good color, no splits or writing, with minor shelf wear; spine still visible. Includes both original Atco inner sleeves. Excellent copy!
Matrix / Runout (Side A): ST.C.702043-A AT aB PR W Matrix / Runout (Side B): ST.C.702044-A AT aB PR W Matrix / Runout (Side C): ST.C.702045-A AT aB PR W Matrix / Runout (Side D): ST.C.702046-A AT aB PR W
Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is the only studio album by Derek and the Dominos, released in 1970 as a double album by Atco Records. It is best known for its title track, "Layla", which is often regarded as Eric Clapton's greatest musical achievement. The other band members were Bobby Whitlock (vocals, keyboard), Jim Gordon (drums, percussion), and Carl Radle (bass). Duane Allman played lead and slide guitar on 11 of the 14 songs.
Initially regarded as a critical and commercial disappointment, it failed to chart in Britain and peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Top LPs chart in the United States. It returned to the US albums chart again in 1972, 1974 and 1977, and has since been certified Gold by the RIAA. The album finally debuted on the UK Albums Chart in 2011, peaking at number 68.
In 2000, the album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. In 2003, television network VH1 named Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs the 89th-greatest album of all time. In the same year, Rolling Stone ranked it number 117 on its list of "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time". 
Track listing 
Side one 1."I Looked Away"Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock3:05 2."Bell Bottom Blues"Clapton, Whitlock5:02 3."Keep on Growing"Clapton, Whitlock6:21 4."Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out"Jimmy Cox4:57
Side two 1."I Am Yours"Clapton, Nizami Ganjavi3:34 2."Anyday"Clapton, Whitlock6:35 3."Key to the Highway"Charlie Segar, Willie Broonzy9:40
Side three 1."Tell the Truth"Clapton, Whitlock6:39 2."Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad?"Clapton, Whitlock4:41 3."Have You Ever Loved a Woman"Billy Myles6:52
Side four 1."Little Wing"Jimi Hendrix5:33 2."It's Too Late"Chuck Willis3:47 3."Layla"Clapton, Jim Gordon7:05 4."Thorn Tree in the Garden"Whitlock2:53
Personnel Eric Clapton – vocals, guitars Bobby Whitlock – vocals, keyboards; acoustic guitar (on "Thorn Tree in the Garden") Carl Radle – bass, percussion Jim Gordon – drums, percussion; piano (on "Layla") Duane Allman – guitars (on all tracks except "I Looked Away," "Bell Bottom Blues," and "Keep on Growing") Albhy Galuten – piano (on "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out") _____________________________________________
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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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