Joni Mitchell - Blue Vinyl Reprise Records

Artist: Joni Mitchell
Title: Blue
Label: Reprise Records
Catalogue Number: K 44128
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1971
Pressing Year: 1971 UK First Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Blue is Joni Mitchell's fourth studio album and is widely regarded as one of the greatest singer-songwriter albums ever recorded. Released in 1971, the album features deeply personal songwriting and timeless compositions including "Carey", "California", "River", "A Case Of You" and the title track. Frequently cited among the greatest albums of all time, Blue remains the defining work of Mitchell's remarkable career.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing on Reprise Records, catalogue number K 44128. Early copies feature the desirable textured dark blue gatefold sleeve, tan "steamboat" Reprise labels, machine-stamped A1/B1 matrices, and the original plain blue inner sleeve. First issues are identifiable by the 1971 copyright date printed inside the gatefold, with later issues amended to 1972. Complete examples with the original blue inner are highly sought after by collectors.

Track Listing

Side A

All I Want
My Old Man
Little Green
Carey
Blue

Side B

California
This Flight Tonight
River
A Case Of You
The Last Time I Saw Richard
Matrix / Runout

Side A: K 44128 A1
Side B: K 44128 B1

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Reprise Records K 44128
Textured dark blue gatefold sleeve
Original blue inner sleeve
Tan steamboat Reprise labels
Features "Carey", "California" and "River"
One of the most acclaimed albums ever recorded
Highly collectible early UK issue
Condition

Sleeve: Good (Good) Spine Wear
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.