MOTT THE HOOPLE 'BRAIN CAPERS' ORIG UK PINK RIM ISLAND '71
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Mott The Hoople
'Brian Capers'
Island, UK, 1971
ILPS 9178
FOURTH ALBUM from this highly respected British rock institution although at the time of release the band were struggling to keep afloat despite being signed to scene makers Island records. Produced, rather oddly, by Guy Stevens, the album comes across as a rather far rockier affair than their previous album - all sort of proggy and hard rock orientated (but not metal) with the closest comparison being Family, a fact underscored by Ian Hunter's croaky vocal and spiky guitar work from Mick Ralphs.
To be fair, this album makes for pleasant listening, a catch yer breath sort of vibe although any thoughts of zoning out compleletly are ruined by the inclusion of lead off tracks 'Darkness Darkness' and 'Death May Be Your Santa Claus' both of which fairly romp home to the finishing line.
Pressing: Island, UK, 1971 - orig pink rim Island label
Vinyl: Nice condition. Some spindle marks on labels and other signs of use. Numerous micro surface scuffs visible from sliding in and out of the inner sleeve and some occasional snap, crackle and pop audible in the quiter passages. Grades as Vg+
Cover: Again, only light signs of use. Issued in a beautifully illustrated cover. Sharp corners, no dings, no bends, no ring wear, no split seams and no creases. Spine is perfectly square- stiff and straight. Beautiful and impossible to find like this 42 years after release. Grades as Ex+
Inserts: Custom printed inner sleeve
Matrix:
1st Pressing
Side One: ILPS 9178 A - 1U
Side Two: ILPS 9179 B - 1U
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