J.J. Cale - Shades (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1981)

J.J. Cale – Shades was released in 1981 on Shelter Records and shows the master of the laid-back sound at his best: relaxed blues rock with folk and country touches, sparsely arranged and full of groove. Cale produced it together with Audie Ashworth, recording in various studios between Nashville and Hollywood. Featuring songs like "Carry On", "Deep Dark Dungeon", "Mama Don’t" and "Cloudy Day".

On offer is the original German pressing from 1981 on Shelter Records (203 276).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Shelter Records – 203 276
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1981
• Genre: Rock, Blues, Blues Rock, Folk Rock – more in Blues Rock

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM- (close to NM-)
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Carry On (2:19)
2. Deep Dark Dungeon (2:08)
3. Wish I Had Not Said That (3:23)
4. Pack My Jack (5:12)
5. If You Leave Her (2:45)

Side B

1. Mama Don't (3:47)
2. Runaround (2:42)
3. What Do You Expect (3:25)
4. Love Has Been Gone (2:16)
5. Cloudy Day (5:25)

Personnel

J.J. Cale (Producer, Electric Guitar, Mixed By), Audie Ashworth (Producer), Christine Lakeland (Rhythm Guitar), Tommy Cogbill (Bass), Nick Rather (Bass).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original German pressing from 1981 on Shelter Records (203 276).

What does the album sound like?
Classic J.J. Cale sound: relaxed, grooving blues rock with folk roots and a quiet, unhurried voice.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Blues Rock collection.