Sold Date: December 8, 2023
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Kenny Rogers and First Edition The Ballad of Calico Vinyl 2 LP Set - Reprise 2XS 6476 (1972) VG++ First Pressing with Story Book
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on all sides and play really well with good fidelity and no issues. Original textured gatefold cover is strong with good color. Includes original story book in great shape, and both original inner sleeves.
The Ballad of Calico is the eighth studio album by Kenny Rogers and the First Edition and released as Reprise Records 6476. It reached No. 118 on the albums chart and produced one single, "School Teacher", which reached No. 91. The double album was released in February 1972. The album is a country-rock concept album about the real-life town of Calico, California. The entire double album was written by Michael Murphey and Larry Cansler and the songs tell the stories of individuals who lived in the town.
The various members, not just Rogers, took lead vocals on the different songs, giving the album the sound of it coming from the characters themselves. A 15-page booklet with the album includes pictures of the group in period costumes, pictures of the town, and the lyrics written in long-hand with explanations by Murphey about the origins of the individual songs. As of March, 2016, the album remains out of print, though several songs from the album have been released on compilation LPs and CDs.
Tracklist
Side one "Sunrise Overture" "Calico Silver" "Write Me Down (Don't Forget My Name)" "The Way It Used to be" "Madame De Lil and Diabolical Bill"
Side two "School Teacher" "Road Agent" "Sally Grey's Epitaph" "Dorsey, the Mail-Carrying Dog"
Side three "Harbor for My Soul" "Calico Saturday Night" "Trigger Happy Kid" "Vachel Carling's Rubilator"
Side four "Empty Handed Compadres" "One Lonely Room" "Rockin' Chair Theme" "Old Mojave Highway" "Man Came up from Town" "Calico Silver (reprise)"
Personnel Dann Rogers, Gloria Vassy, Kenny Rogers, Kin Vassy, Larry Cansler, Mary Arnold, Michael Murphey, Mickey Jones, Terry Williams - vocals Terry Williams - lead guitar Kin Vassy, Michael Murphey - rhythm guitar Kenny Rogers - bass guitar, arrangements Larry Cansler - piano, harpsichord, organ, orchestrations, conductor Mickey Jones - drums John Hartford - fiddle Doyle Grisham - pedal steel _____________________________________________
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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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