John Mayall And The Bluesbreakers - A Hard Road Vinyl

Artist: John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
Title: A Hard Road
Label: Decca Records
Catalogue Number: LK 4853
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1967
Pressing Year: 1967 UK Mono Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP (Mono)
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

A Hard Road is the landmark 1967 album by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers and the first Bluesbreakers release to feature legendary guitarist Peter Green following the departure of Eric Clapton. The album is widely regarded as one of the finest British blues recordings ever made, showcasing Green's expressive guitar playing and Mayall's songwriting talents. Highlights include "The Stumble", "Another Kinda Love" and "The Super-Natural", a track that would later influence generations of guitarists.

Pressing Notes

Original UK Decca mono pressing issued under catalogue number LK 4853. A Hard Road marked a pivotal moment in British blues history, introducing Peter Green as Eric Clapton's successor in The Bluesbreakers. Original mono pressings are highly sought after by collectors due to their superb sound quality and historical significance. The album also features cover artwork by Mayall himself, adding further appeal to early copies.

Track Listing

Side A

A Hard Road
It's Over
You Don't Love Me
The Stumble
Another Kinda Love
Hit The Highway

Side B

Leaping Christine
Dust My Blues
There's Always Work
The Same Way
The Super-Natural
Top Of The Hill
Someday After A While (You'll Be Sorry)
Matrix / Runout

Side A: LK 4853 A
Side B: LK 4853 B

Additional Information
Original UK Decca mono pressing
Features Peter Green on lead guitar
Successor to the famous "Beano" album
Includes "The Stumble" and "The Super-Natural"
Cover artwork by John Mayall
Essential British blues release
Highly collectible 1960s blues 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.

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