Free - Fire And Water Pink Island Original Vinyl

Artist: Free
Title: Fire And Water
Label: Island Records
Catalogue Number: ILPS 9120
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1970
Pressing Year: 1970 UK Pink Island Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Fire And Water is the breakthrough album from Free and one of the defining British blues-rock records of the 1970s. Released in 1970, the album features the timeless hit "All Right Now", alongside standout tracks such as "Mr. Big", "Fire And Water" and "Don't Say You Love Me". Showcasing the exceptional chemistry between Paul Rodgers, Paul Kossoff, Andy Fraser and Simon Kirke, the album remains a cornerstone of classic rock.

Pressing Notes

Original UK Pink Island Records pressing issued under catalogue number ILPS 9120. First press pink label copies are highly sought after by collectors and are renowned for their warm analogue sound quality. As one of the most desirable Free albums, early Island pressings continue to attract strong interest from both rock collectors and audiophiles.

Track Listing

Side A

Fire And Water
Oh I Wept
Remember
Heavy Load

Side B

Mr. Big
Don't Say You Love Me
All Right Now
All Right Now (Reprise)
Matrix / Runout

Side A: ILPS 9120 A
Side B: ILPS 9120 B

Additional Information
Original UK Pink Island Records pressing
Features the classic hit "All Right Now"
Produced by Free
Pink Island labels
Stereo pressing
Essential British blues-rock album
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All 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.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.