{"product_id":"john-martyn-london-conversation-vinyl","title":"John Martyn - London Conversation Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: John Martyn\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: London Conversation\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Island Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: ILP 952\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Release Year: 1967\u003cbr\u003e\nPressing Year: 1967 UK Mono Pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Vinyl LP (Mono)\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLondon 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBack To Stay\u003cbr\u003e\nRolling Home\u003cbr\u003e\nPrima Donna\u003cbr\u003e\nFairytale Lullaby\u003cbr\u003e\nBack And Time\u003cbr\u003e\nLondon Conversation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCocain\u003cbr\u003e\nIn The Evening\u003cbr\u003e\nBallad Of An Elder Woman\u003cbr\u003e\nTailor Made\u003cbr\u003e\nFine Lines\u003cbr\u003e\nMan In A Station\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A: ILP 952 A\u003cbr\u003e\nSide B: ILP 952 B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK mono pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nIsland Records release\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue number ILP 952\u003cbr\u003e\nPink Island label\u003cbr\u003e\nMono pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nJohn Martyn's debut album\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential British folk release\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible early Island Records pressing\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":57300812464501,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/189A68BA-A181-400D-AE78-2555A2648FF7.jpg?v=1781718682","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/john-martyn-london-conversation-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}