Sold Date: January 27, 2024
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Jimmy Cliff The Harder They Come Soundtrack Vinyl LP - Island ILPM 9202 VG+ UK Import Pressing
Condition: VG+ Vinyl and VG+ Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well throughout -- clean copy. Original cover is strong with good color, no splits, a few aging spots. Includes original Island inner sleeve.
The Harder They Come is the soundtrack album to the film of the same name, released in 1972 in the United Kingdom by Island Records. In 2021, the album was deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" by the Library of Congress and selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry.
The heart of the soundtrack comes from performances by the film's star, reggae singer Jimmy Cliff. Only the title track "The Harder They Come" was recorded by Cliff specifically for the soundtrack, with three earlier songs by Cliff added. The remainder of the album is a compilation of singles released in Jamaica from the period of 1967 through 1972, assembled by The Harder They Come director and co-writer, Perry Henzell, from songs by favored reggae singers. In addition to Cliff, these artists include the Melodians, the Slickers, DJ Scotty, and seminal early reggae stars Desmond Dekker and Toots and the Maytals.
Tracklist
A1Jimmy Cliff–You Can Get It If You Really Want A2Scotty (2)–Draw Your Brakes A3The Melodians–Rivers Of Babylon A4Jimmy Cliff–Many Rivers To Cross A5The Maytals–Sweet And Dandy A6Jimmy Cliff–The Harder They Come
B1The Slickers–Johnny Too Bad B2Desmond Dekker–Shanty Town B3The Maytals–Pressure Drop B4Jimmy Cliff–Sitting In Limbo B5Jimmy Cliff–You Can Get It If You Really Want B6Jimmy Cliff–The Harder They Come _____________________________________________
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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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