George Harrison and Friends-The Concert For Bangladesh-Triple Vinyl LP w/book
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Description
This is one of the most powerful and socially significant albums of all time, and that really is not an overstatement. It is a live album recorded in 1971 at Madison Square Garden. The concert was organized by George Harrison as a fund raiser to raise money for the homeless refugees suffering as a result of the Bangladesh Liberation War that was happening at that time. It was the model for several fundraising musical events that have been occurring ever since that time. One author described this album as an “album to be played whenever your faith in the power of music begins to wane”. The album realized enormous commercial success as well as critical acclaim, winning the Grammy for Album Of The Year. It was a historic event made possible by George Harrison and friends who participated in the event with him. The list of performers is a rock and roll hall of fame assembly. Just a few of the performers on the album: Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Ravi Shankar, Leon Russell, Badfinger, Ringo Starr, Billy Preston, and Jim Keltner. The music is incredible, and the album sales continue to support UNICEF yet today. The album was released on Apple in 1972, number STCS 3385. This is the original release of the album. It includes the 64 page book of photos from the concert. The book is in like new condition. The vinyl is in beautiful condition. All six sides show their original bright luster and just a couple of very light surface scratches that barely impact play. It plays with very light sporadic background noise. The vinyl grades VG+. The album was distributed as a box set. The top half of the box shows light wear on the right side. The top right corner is split. The bottom half of the is all intact and looks almost new. The box grades VG+.
Album Tracks:
Ravi Shankar Introduction
Bangla Dhun
Wah-Wah
My Sweet Lord
Awaiting On You All
That’s The Way God Planned It
It Don’t Come Easy
Beware Of Darkness
Band Introduction
While My Guitar Gently Weeps
Medley: Jumpin’ Jack Flash / Youngblood
Here Comes The Sun
A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall
It Takes A Lot To Laugh, It Takes A Train To Cry
Blowin’ In The Wind
Mr. Tambourine Man
Just Like A Woman
Something
Bangla Desh
Grading Information
I always clean and then listen to every record I list on eBay. I do this to make sure I can give as accurate a description of each record as possible. I will do both a visual check and an audio check. I will say that when it comes to the letter grade my inclination is always to give more preference to the sound of the record. I’ve seen many records that had a few light scuffs so the vinyl did not look beautiful, but the album played like new. In this case I may grade the vinyl as high as VG+. And I have also seen records where the vinyl looked pristine, but upon playing I was hearing static or other background noise throughout. At best that vinyl would be rated VG. The only time I would rate an album as NM is when it looks and plays as though it is brand new. I absolutely attempt to give as objective a grading as I can. I don’t ever want you to be disappointed in the quality of the album you receive.I only use three grades in my grading: NM, VG+, and VG. The only exception is a sealed album which is presumed to have vinyl in mint condition. My NM grading means, as noted above, that the vinyl looks and plays as though it is the first time out of the sleeve. The VG+ rating is used on any album that plays great but plays less than perfect. It may have a pop here and there, or either some occasional or even light consistent background noise. The key is that, in my opinion, the album will be one you will be proud to have in your collection and will always enjoy hearing. VG is the lowest grade I use, and granted, this is very subjective. I will never sell an album that I would not play again myself. That’s why I listen to every record I list. I’ve thrown out quite a few albums that I wouldn’t want to say I sold. Still, there are albums that play well but just have a little more than that typical level of noise. They sound good, and I’m confident you’ll still enjoy the music. But you should expect to hear some distracting noise here and there.
Shipping Information – Combined Shipping
Shipping is $4.00 in the continental U.S. I happily combine records from multiple auctions to reduce total shipping cost. In fact, I welcome it! The $4.00 cost for U.S. shipping applies regardless of the number of auctions won in any 5-day period.Canada shipping is calculated based on weight using US Postal Service rates. Combined shipping is also welcomed here and does result in significant per-album cost savings. The first album will be shipped for $13. Additional albums will be shipped for $2 per album, with up to five albums able to be shipped before we need to use International Priority shipping. At that point we will work together on final determination of shipping cost.
The Canada cost determination also applies for all other International shipping, except that the first album is shipped for $18 and each subsequent is an additional $2.50.
All albums will be shipped in specially designed album hard cardboard mailers with a cardboard insert to prevent damage upon opening. The vinyl is removed from the cover and presented in a new poly sleeve. I am committed to one day turnaround on shipments. If I receive payment before 7:00 AM Central Time I will package and ship that same day. Payment by Paypal is preferred.
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