{"product_id":"john-mayall-and-the-bluesbreakers-a-hard-road-vinyl","title":"John Mayall And The Bluesbreakers - A Hard Road Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: John Mayall \u0026amp; The Bluesbreakers\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: A Hard Road\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Decca Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: LK 4853\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\u003eA Hard Road is the landmark 1967 album by John Mayall \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Hard Road\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's Over\u003cbr\u003e\nYou Don't Love Me\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Stumble\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother Kinda Love\u003cbr\u003e\nHit The Highway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeaping Christine\u003cbr\u003e\nDust My Blues\u003cbr\u003e\nThere's Always Work\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Same Way\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Super-Natural\u003cbr\u003e\nTop Of The Hill\u003cbr\u003e\nSomeday After A While (You'll Be Sorry)\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A: LK 4853 A\u003cbr\u003e\nSide B: LK 4853 B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK Decca mono pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Peter Green on lead guitar\u003cbr\u003e\nSuccessor to the famous \"Beano\" album\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes \"The Stumble\" and \"The Super-Natural\"\u003cbr\u003e\nCover artwork by John Mayall\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential British blues release\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible 1960s blues 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":57300067713397,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/E775322D-3366-4D24-91B9-C0C2C6FAD119.jpg?v=1781718743","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/john-mayall-and-the-bluesbreakers-a-hard-road-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}