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grading comments: lots of small lines on vinyl; no skips; tape on top seam Complete unknowns to me - apparently from South Carolina (based on the fact the album was recorded at United Music World Recording Studios in West Columbia South Carolina). They were a mid-'70s trio featuring the talents of drummer Pierre DeBerry, singer/bassist Jimmy Myers, and singer/guitarist Buddy Richter. A couple of short reviews I've seen have described the 1970's "Born Too Soon" as rockin' Jesus music. The rockin' part was at least partially correct. The tune 'Stepping Out Of The Darkness' has to be one of the heaviest things I've ever heard. About half of the eight original tracks were quality pop ,or rockers with some real commercial potential. The Jesus music description remains a puzzle to my ears. If there was a religious component to the album, that Christian message was very subtle and lost to me. In fact, other than perhaps the blazing rockers 'I Ain't Going' and 'Stepping Out Of The Darkness' I'm hard pressed to find anything remotely religious. For the most part their lyrics seemed to focus on conventional rock themes; busted relationships, lost love, and some more busted relationships. Myers and Richter both handled lead vocals and though I don't know which was which, the pair had interesting and conflicting singing styles. One of the two had a wonderful "rock" voice. Dry and craggy, his delivery was found on most of the album's rock-oriented tunes ('Up To You', 'Go Out & Get It', and the wonderful 'I Ain't Going'). In contrast, whoever handled lead vocals on tunes like 'Crazy For Crying' and 'Hold Me For The Last Time' had a lounge act-ish voice that was far less impressive and enjoyable. And that gets you to the main problem with the album. It literally sounded like two different bands recorded the collection with the track listing literally bouncing back and forth between rockers and MOR-ish pop tunes. The ever shifting sound was a source of continuing frustration to my ears. It as certain an album of extremes. Produced and arranged by the band, the entire album was apparently recorded in one day and mixed over the course of a second day. If true, you've got to marvel that the results could be so good. Shame they didn't ditch some of the ballads for more rock oriented tunes. "Born Too Soon" track listing: (side 1) 1.) Up To You (Jimmy Myers - Kevin Waters)- 3:36 The bouncy country-rock tinged 'Up To You' promised great things. With Myers and Richter both singing, the result was vaguely reminiscent of The Beatles 'You Can't Do That'. or something an angry Mike Nesmtih might have tried to shove down Don Kirshner's throat during his days with The Monkees. The track also featured one of Richter's nicer solos. rating: **** stars 2.) Now She's Gone (Jimmy Myers - Buddy Richter) - 4:40 Remember those Glen Campbell albums your grandparents owned ? Well, if you do, this sounded like something Jimmy Webb might have written for Campbell. With the exception of some nice Richter fuzz guitar, this was a very MOR pop ballad. rating: ** stars 3.) Go Out & Get It (Jimmy Myers - Buddy Richter) - 3:21 Nice, almost funky rocker with an extended Richter solo. The lead singer sounded like he'd swallowed a cp full of nails. One of the album highlights. rating: **** stars 4.) Lady Lynn (Jimmy Myers - Buddy Richter) - 4:27 A straightforward country ballad complete with pedal steel guitar, 'Lady Lynn' was actually the kind of country song meant for people who didn't like country music. With a pretty melody, great guitar solo, mournful lyric and a nice hook, it may have been the album's prettiest song. rating: *** stars (side 2) 1.) I Ain't Going (Jimmy Myers - Buddy Richter) - 3:14 Southern rock with a pop edge ? Pop with a Southern rock edge ? Beats me, but this was one great way to open up side two. Wicked lyrics too boot.
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I've used the Goldmine Grading Guide in grading the collection. Most of the catalog is graded VG or slightly higher. To me that reflects an LP that's been played, but with care and attention. Neither the cover nor the vinyl are pristine, but the cover will be intact without substantial flaw and the vinyl will play without substantial hiss and without skips. Exceptions are noted for each offering. Since I buy music 'cause it's stuff I want to hear, virtually everything I sell is play graded - in other words, I've actually listened to the item. Finally, albums are graded cover first, vinyl second, i.e. VG/NM means a very good cover and near mint vinyl.
Goldmine Grading Standard:
Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.
------------------------------------------------------------ Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling.
An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
------------------------------------------------------------ Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK.
The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount.
In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
------------------------------------------------------------ Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.
Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
------------------------------------------------------------ Good [G], Good Plus [G+]: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear.
A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.
------------------------------------------------------------- Poor [P], Fair [F]: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon.
Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.
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Shipping Costs
I ship domestic orders via USPS media mail. Typical delivery is in 3 - 5 days.
I can usually pack 2 - 3 LPs into a mailer
Rates may change as USPS seems to modify their rate structure on a regular basis.
Currently I am limiting sales to the US.U
I ship via USPS media mail which has proven dependable and the most economical delivery for buyers
I can normally pack 1 to 3 LPs in an LP mailer $6.00. $1.00 for each additional LP.
Return Policy
Obviously, grading is subjective and there are bound to be cases where someone disagrees with the way we've graded an album. In cases where you feel I'm way off the mark, let me know and I'll work to reach a mutually agreeable solution. I've sold several hundred albums over the last couple of years, including many on eBay. During that timeframe I've run into two disagreements. I sold a Tommy Boyce solo album which noted the cover had a tiny tear where someone had taken a price sticker off. The buyer was upset since she had known Boyce and wanted to frame the LP for display purposes. Even though the description clearly noted the tiny tear (and it was visible in the picture we posted), I offered her a refund, or a price adjustment to what she thought was fair. I never got a response. I sold a Richard Wright LP. The buyer told me it was a misprint sporting the same track listing on both sides. I provided a full refund and let the buyer keep the LP (he was in South America and it wasn't worth the hassle to get the LP back). Curiously, as a Pink Floyd fan I'd listened to the LP a couple of times and had no recollection of the mispressing. Oh well ...
Seller Information
Reserving items: If you contact me in advance, I'll reserve items for up to 3 weeks. If I reserve something, make sure you honor your commitment to purchase the item, otherwise I'm unlikely to continue doing business with you. Packaging information: I pack items in new record mailers with filler pads for additional protection. So far I haven't had any problems ... Unless you're buying some exceedingly expensive items, or your order totals more than $100.00 I'd suggest not bothering with insurance. If you want insurance, let me know ...
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