{"product_id":"fairport-convention-liege-and-lief-pink-island-original-vinyl","title":"Fairport Convention - Liege And Lief Pink Island Original Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Fairport Convention\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: Liege \u0026amp; Lief\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Island Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: ILPS 9115\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Release Year: 1969\u003cbr\u003e\nPressing Year: 1969 UK First Pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Vinyl LP\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLiege \u0026amp; Lief is widely regarded as the album that defined British folk rock. Released in 1969, it saw Fairport Convention fuse traditional English folk music with contemporary rock instrumentation, creating a sound that would influence generations of musicians. Featuring the legendary vocals of Sandy Denny and the guitar work of Richard Thompson, the album includes classics such as \"Matty Groves\", \"Tam Lin\" and \"Come All Ye\". It remains one of the most important and celebrated albums in British music history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal UK first pressing issued on Island Records under catalogue number ILPS 9115. First issues feature the highly sought-after pink Island label with the white \"i\" logo and are housed in the original unlaminated gatefold sleeve. Complete first press copies are among the most desirable releases in the Island Records catalogue and are considered essential for collectors of British folk and progressive music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCome All Ye\u003cbr\u003e\nReynardine\u003cbr\u003e\nMatty Groves\u003cbr\u003e\nFarewell, Farewell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deserter\u003cbr\u003e\nMedley: The Lark In The Morning \/ Rakish Paddy \/ Foxhunter's Jig \/ Toss The Feathers\u003cbr\u003e\nTam Lin\u003cbr\u003e\nCrazy Man Michael\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A: ILPS 9115 A\/\/1\u003cbr\u003e\nSide B: ILPS 9115 B\/\/1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK first pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nPink Island \"white i\" labels\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal gatefold sleeve\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson\u003cbr\u003e\nStereo pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nLandmark British folk-rock album\u003cbr\u003e\nFrequently voted one of the greatest folk albums ever recorded\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible Island Records release\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nInner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57305389302133,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/06373312-DB29-428C-8F3B-B6657E1A637A.jpg?v=1781869438","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/fairport-convention-liege-and-lief-pink-island-original-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}