UK LP GRACIOUS: "THIS IS.. GRACIOUS" (NOT VERTIGO)

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UK LP: 
GRACIOUS:
 
"THIS IS ... GRACIOUS"  (1971)

UK PHILIPS INTERNATIONAL 6382 004

The first album by Gracious in 1970 was released on Philips's new prog label Vertigo. It sold reasonably well.
But for various reasons the 2nd album by Gracious was released on Philips's "This Is..." mid price compilation label.
This was definitely the group's bona-fide second album and is just as collectible (possibly more so) as the first on the Vertigo swirl label.


CONDITION:

DISC:
The disc has clearly been played a good deal.
In strong sunlight there are a lot of hairline marks on both sides from being taken in and out of the inner sleeve. There are several light cosmetic marks (which should not sound as they do not cut into the vinyl surface) and there are quite a few spindle marks.

SLEEVE:
Slight wear to the all edges & very slight ring wear. There are no tears or writing however.


The sleeve overall shows quite a few signs of handling and has a rather flat, tired feel.

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TRACKS:

Side 1:
1. Supernova

Side 2:
1. CBS
2. What's Come To Be
3. Blue Skies And Alibis
4. Hold Me Down

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