John Martyn - London Conversation Vinyl

Artist: John Martyn
Title: London Conversation
Label: Island Records
Catalogue Number: ILP 952
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1967
Pressing Year: 1967 UK Mono Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP (Mono)
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

London Conversation is the debut album by John Martyn and one of the finest British folk releases of the 1960s. Released in 1967 when Martyn was just nineteen years old, the album showcases his distinctive acoustic guitar style and thoughtful songwriting. Featuring tracks such as "Back To Stay", "Cocain" and "London Conversation", the record captures the raw talent that would later establish Martyn as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of his generation.

Pressing Notes

Original UK Island Records mono pressing issued under catalogue number ILP 952. Released on the highly collectible pink Island label, London Conversation marked the beginning of John Martyn's remarkable recording career. Early mono Island pressings are particularly sought after due to their rarity and superb analogue sound quality. Original copies remain highly desirable among collectors of British folk and singer-songwriter vinyl.

Track Listing

Side A

Back To Stay
Rolling Home
Prima Donna
Fairytale Lullaby
Back And Time
London Conversation

Side B

Cocain
In The Evening
Ballad Of An Elder Woman
Tailor Made
Fine Lines
Man In A Station
Matrix / Runout

Side A: ILP 952 A
Side B: ILP 952 B

Additional Information
Original UK mono pressing
Island Records release
Catalogue number ILP 952
Pink Island label
Mono pressing
John Martyn's debut album
Essential British folk release
Highly collectible early Island Records pressing
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.

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