Byrds: The Notorious Byrd Brothers Vinyl LP Columbia CS 9575 PROMO Near Mint

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The Byrds:  The Notorious Byrd Brothers  Near Mint Vinyl LP - PROMO copy Columbia CS 9575 
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl, VG++ Cover. "Demonstration Not For Sale" stamp on back. Stereo copy, early pressing with original Columbia inner sleeve.
The Notorious Byrd Brothers is the fifth album by the American rock band the Byrds, and was released in January 1968, on Columbia Records. The album represents the pinnacle of the Byrds' late-60's musical experimentation, with the band blending together elements of psychedelia, folk rock, country, electronic music, baroque pop, and jazz. With producer Gary Usher, they made extensive use of a number of studio effects and production techniques, including phasing, flanging, and spatial panning. The Byrds also introduced the sound of the pedal steel guitar and the Moog modular synthesizer into their music, making it one of the first LP releases on which the Moog appears.
Track listing Side one
1. "Artificial Energy" Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman, Michael Clarke 2:18 2. "Goin' Back" Carole King, Gerry Goffin 3:26 3. "Natural Harmony" Chris Hillman 2:11 4. "Draft Morning" David Crosby, Chris Hillman, Roger McGuinn 2:42 5. "Wasn't Born to Follow" Carole King, Gerry Goffin 2:04 6. "Get to You" Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman (possibly mis-credited and actually written by Gene Clark and Roger McGuinn[12]) 2:39
Side two
1. "Change Is Now" Chris Hillman, Roger McGuinn 3:21 2. "Old John Robertson" Chris Hillman, Roger McGuinn 1:49 3. "Tribal Gathering" David Crosby, Chris Hillman 2:03 4. "Dolphin's Smile" David Crosby, Chris Hillman, Roger McGuinn 2:00 5. "Space Odyssey" Roger McGuinn, Robert J. Hippard 3:52
Personnel
Roger McGuinn – vocals, lead guitar, Moog synthesizer David Crosby – vocals, rhythm guitar on "Change is Now", "Tribal Gathering", "Dolphin's Smile", "Triad", and "Goin' Back" (alternate); rhythm guitar on "Draft Morning", "Bound to Fall" and "Universal Mind Decoder"; vocals, electric bass on "Old John Robertson" Chris Hillman – vocals; electric bass all tracks except "Old John Robertson"; guitar on "Old John Robertson"; mandolin on "Draft Morning" Michael Clarke – drums on "Artificial Energy", "Draft Morning", "Old John Robertson", "Tribal Gathering", "Dolphin's Smile", and "Universal Mind Decoder" Gene Clark – possible backing vocal on "Goin' Back" (master) and "Space Odyssey"
Additional personnel
James Burton, Clarence White – guitars Red Rhodes – pedal steel guitar Paul Beaver – piano, Moog synthesizer Terry Trotter – piano Gary Usher – Moog synthesizer, percussion, backing vocals Barry Goldberg – organ Dennis McCarthy – celeste Jim Gordon – drums on "Goin' Back", "Natural Harmony", "Wasn't Born to Follow", "Bound to Fall", and "Triad" Hal Blaine – drums on "Get to You" and "Change Is Now" Curt Boettcher – backing vocals William Armstrong, Victor Sazer, Carl West – violins Paul Bergstrom, Lester Harris, Raymond Kelley, Jacqueline Lustgarten – cellos Alfred McKibbon – double bass (bowed) Ann Stockton – harp Richard Hyde – trombone Roy Caton, Virgil Fums, Gary Weber — brass Jay Migliori – saxophone Dennis Faust – percussion Firesign Theatre – sound effects on "Draft Morning" unknown musicians – trumpet on "Draft Morning"; string quartet and additional fiddle on "Old John Robertson"
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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