TOP DRAWER SOLID OAK (ACETATE + REEL TO REEL) Psych
$
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THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION PIECE
PRESSING PLANT ISSUED:
REEL TO REEL MASTER TAPES
METAL STAMPER
TWO (A & B Side) ACETATES
FRONT & BACK COVER NEGATIVES
FOR:
TOP DRAWER
SOLID OAK
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Beyond rare -- the only one in existence. What we have featured here is a one of a kind garage psych museum piece by the famous garage band TOP DRAWER. Direct from the producer of the "Resurrection" label (from 30 years ago!) manufacturer of the earliest reissue pressings of 60's garage 'monsters' ...
This listing includes the following items, mastered by the pressing plant from some 30 years ago:
- 7 1/2 ips REEL TO REEL TAPE ("studio" produced)
- METAL STAMPER for sides "A" & "B"
- TWO (14-inch) ACETATES for sides "A" & "B"
- Front & back negatives used to produce the front & back cover
The above set makes for an amazing addition to your collection -
you will never see this set again !!
TOP DRAWER ~ "SOLID OAK"
Top Drawer was a organ/guitar driven hard psych/late 60's style psych band that released this great album in 1969. It has a late 60's underground sound; the leadguitar and organ are way psychedelic with a wasted vibe similar to the great Bolder Damn album.
Hailing from Kentucky, the private pressed "Solid Oak" is the first and only album by this band -- a no doubt must have for fans of hard rock/psychedelic music. The original pressing was only a measly 500 records, and hardcore psychedelic aficionados have been searching for copies ever since. From the epic opening track, "Song of a Sinner," it's evident why so many were so keen to get their hands on this album. This dreamy, atmospheric track boasts both sublime keyboard work from Ron Linn and stellar lead guitar from John Baker. "Sweet Memories," in contrast, delivers up a more delicate aura, with Linn's harpsichord now to the fore. But Top Drawer were capable of more than just sweeping soundscapes and lilting melodies, as the cool "Middle Class America," awash in fazed guitars, symphonic organs, and splashy lead guitar, well proves. "Time Passes Much Too Quickly" and "What's in Store" are equally bright and breezy, but flecked with a British beat aura; "Baker's Boogie" delivers precisely that, while the guitarist showcases his best surf styling on "Messed Up" and the entire band struts into freakbeat on "Lies." The musicianship is superb and Baker is a virtuoso, surprisingly preferring a relatively understated approach compared to his more braggadocio guitar god contemporaries, thus leaving plenty of room for the rest of the band to equally impress. This may be a reflection of the group's songwriting, for Baker contributes only his "Boogie" and the bulk of the set is composed by singer Steve Geary or bassist Alan Berry -- in any case, the melodies reign supreme throughout. "Solid Oak" is a superb album and long considered a collectors dream
Tracklist
1. Song of a Sinner
2. What Happened Before They Took the People Away
3. Middle Class America
4. Time Passes Much Too Quickly
5. Messed Up
6. Baker’s Boogie
7. What’s in Store
8. Sweet Memories
9. Lies
Top Drawer
*Steve Geary - Vocals, Harmony
*Ray Herr - Percussion, Harmony
*John Baker - Guitar, Harmony
*Alan Berry - Bass Guitar, Harmony, Vocals
*Ron Linn - Organ, Harpichord, Rhythm Guitar
***We are happy to answer any questions, and have the reserve set at $195. to encourage serious inquiries only.
CONDITION: The acetates, metal stamper, front & back cover design negatives and reel to reel tape included in this set have been stored away for some 30 years and are in excellent condition.
SHIPPING : Please be aware the two acetates are weight heavy, international shipping costs will be determined per country (please inquire)...
USA media mail shipping will be $8.00 for the set of items.
A cool addition to anyone's music library!
SEE: SELLERS OTher items for similar cool sounds for "head" people...
EFFICIENT/CAREFUL GRADING
All imperfections are noted both cover & record
NOTE: All Items backed by money back guarantee! IF you have a problem PLEASE let us solve for you BEFORE leaving ANY negative feedback. Thanks! GRADING SCALE: M, M-, EX, VG++,VG+, VG, VG- M Completely clean, no marks M- Carefully used, looks clean, plays clean, shiny gloss, no marks EX Faint scuff or superficial mark, near M-, high gloss, plays clean VG++ Glossy with minimal scuffing or light mark playing very nice, clean VG+ a bit more scuff or markls still plays well with very minimal surface at worse VG more marks/scratches only minor, nothing deep, no loud clicks or pops this grade is abused by many, VG here does not mean "trashed" VG- surface noise present, will not have skips or jumps SHIPPING: (Attention: Items are sent out every Friday of each week) NOTE: Please wait until receipt of OUR invoice for proper shipping charges Items In All Parcels Are Well Protected = The disc of an LP will always be separated from its cover (avoiding seam splits,etc) ALL PAYMENTS SHOULD BE MADE WITHIN 5 DAYS Of AUCTIONS END BIDDERS PLEASE = Do Not Bid If You Are Not Serious About Following Through The Transaction! ALL ITEMS GUARANTEED FOR WINNING BID - LESS SHIPPING!