Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers – Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers (Vinyl LP)

Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers – Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers was released in 1977 on Beserkley and shows Richman with a stripped-down, partly acoustic sound – from "Rockin' Shopping Center" and "Abominable Snowman In The Market" to his take on "Amazing Grace". Produced by Glen Kolotkin and Matthew King Kaufman. On offer is the German original pressing on Beserkley (6.23312 AO), manufactured by Teldec in Hamburg, with the label's original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Beserkley – 6.23312 AO
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Pressing: German original
• Country: Germany
• Year: 1977
• Genre: Rock, Indie Rock, Art Rock, Garage Rock, Acoustic
• Inserts: Original label inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Sleeve: VG+

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Rockin' Shopping Center – 3:33
2. Back In The U.S.A. – 2:22
3. Important In Your Life – 3:36
4. New England – 2:22
5. Lonely Financial Zone – 3:00

Side B

1. Hi Dear – 3:21
2. Abominable Snowman In The Market – 2:25
3. Hey There Little Insect – 3:08
4. Here Come The Martian Martians – 3:13
5. Springtime – 3:52
6. Amazing Grace – 2:51

Personnel

Jonathan Richman (vocals, guitar), Leroy Radcliffe (guitar, vocals), Greg "Curly" Keranen (bass, vocals), David Robinson (drums, vocals). Produced by Glen Kolotkin and Matthew King Kaufman.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes – the 1977 German release on Beserkley, manufactured by Teldec in Hamburg.

Is "Roadrunner" on this album?
No – the record contains the eleven tracks listed above, including Chuck Berry's "Back In The U.S.A.".

What do Media NM- / Sleeve VG+ mean?
The record is near mint minus, the sleeve shows light signs of use (very good plus). Details on our Vinyl Grading page.

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