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top seam split Elvis ... I'm always amazed at how many people think the Memphis music scene starts and stops with that one name. Originally known as Butterscotch Caboose (what a great '60s-era name), this band formed in 1967. Keyboardist Walter Ramsey Jr. had been a founding member of The Primitives. When that entity called it quits (over the dreaded musical direction discussion), Ramsey decided to form a more rock-oriented outfit. Taking their name from a local high school blackboard, the original line-up featured Ramsey, his sister Pat on vocals, bassist Randy Copeland, drummer Wayne Morgan, guitarist Lynn Rose, and Randy Taylor on lead vocals. Six months of rehearsals saw them get an audition with Chips Moman who helped them sign a contract with Amy Records. Teamed with singer/songwriter/producer Mark James (aka Francis Rodney Zambon), they released a debut single within a couple of months: - 1968's 'Melinda' b/w 'Let a Little Sun In' (Amy catalog number A 11-025) With the 45 flopping, Amy moved the group over to its Memphis-based American Group Productions (AGP) label, releasing two equally obscure singles over the next year: - 1969's 'Could I Borrow Some Time' b/w 'High Places' (AGP catalog number 111) - 1969's 'World of Hurt' b/w 'Sundown Sally' (AGP catalog number 117) Increasingly frustrated with their inability to break commercially, by 1969 the band had undergone significant personnel shifts. Bassist Copeland was replaced by Tommy Cathey. Guitarist Lynn Rose was replaced by Jackie Cook. Singer Randy Taylor was replaced by former The Breakers singer Gary Johns. Finally drummer Wayne Morgan was replaced by Joel Williams. Ending their relationship with Amy/AGP, in 1970 the revamped group recorded a series of demos for Bill Browder and Larry Rogers. The demos; in particular the track 'Black Hands, White Cotton' were shopped around to a number of labels with Stax eventually signing the group to its Enterprise subsidiary. Having shortened their name to The Caboose, the group made it's label debut with the single: - 1970's 'Black Hands, White Cotton' b/w 'In My Hour of Need' (Enterprise catalog number ENA-9015) # 79 pop The song's uplifted message of racial harmony began to make inroads in radio markets, but Stax's promotional staff was ill equipped to deal with the pop market and in spite of an appearance on Dick Clark's American Bandstand, without marketing support, their initial successes quickly stalled out. With the debut single hitting the lower reaches of the top-100 pop charts, Enterprise went ahead and released a supporting album - 1970's "Caboose". Produced by Larry Rogers, the album repackaged the earlier single along with a collection of Ramsey-penned original pop and rock tracks. Musically these guys didn't have a particularly distinctive sound. The opener 'Great Balls of Fire' was a "rocked up" remake of the Jerry Lee Lewis hit. 'You're Still My Only Lover' and 'After the Fair' were overly arranged pop ballads that came awfully close to lounge act terrirtory. 'What Can I Call My Own' found the band delving in to Otis Redding-styled ballad territory. Better, but still nothing special, 'You're Buying All My Trouble' had a nice jazzy vibe, while the second single 'Recipe' sported a bubblegum--ish pop falbor. Nothing here was particularly distinctive, the real draw on these tunes coming in the form of John's growling voice. "Caboose" track listing: (side 1) 1.) Great Balls of Fire (Jack Hammer - Otis Blackwell) - 2:25 rating: *** stars Starting an album with a Jerry Lee Lewis remake, no matter how much you tried to "heavy" it up, probably wasn't a great idea. It certainly gave you a distorted idea as to what to expect from these guys. Powered by John's voice and a nice Cook guitar solo, call it competent and move on ... 2.) You're Still My Only Lover (Walter Ramsey Jr.) - 3:35 rating: ** stars Openin
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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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