{"product_id":"roger-nichols-the-small-circle-of-friends-clear-deep-blue-vinyl-pre-order-out-10-30-26","title":"Roger Nichols \u0026 The Small Circle Of Friends (Limited Edition Clear Deep Blue Vinyl, Japanese Import) PRE-ORDER - Out 10\/30\/26","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a pre-order. It will ship on or around 10\/30\/26 \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA landmark of soft rock, presented here with a striking and immersive monaural sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn absolute masterpiece, where refined melodies intertwine with vibrant and colorful choral arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally released in the US in 1968, this is a rare audition pressing manufactured and distributed in limited quantities exclusively for radio stations. At a time when radio was the primary medium for promotion and many AM stations had yet to support stereo broadcasting, only a small number of these “lost mono mix” editions were produced. This release stands as a valuable document preserving that original sonic image.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights include “Don’t Take Your Time”, featuring the distinctive pizzicato strings, and “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” with its vividly resonant harpsichord refrain. Also included is a beautifully arranged rendition of The Beatles’ “I’ll Be Back.” A standout track is “Love So Fine,” where the brass section drives the song forward with powerful momentum, sparked by an expressive drum pickup fill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe album was produced by Tommy LiPuma, renowned for his work with numerous legendary artists. The arrangers include Nick DeCaro, Bob Thompson, and two additional contributors, forming a formidable creative team. Notably, Randy Newman and Van Dyke Parks are also credited—across label boundaries—as morale boosters, adding a charming touch to the project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eText by Kenjiro Tsutsumi (223 Music Lab.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★ Clear deep blue vinyl edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★ Newly mastered using high-resolution 96kHz\/24bit WAV sourced from the original US master tapes and original US pressings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jackpot Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48581246845146,"sku":null,"price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0624\/5705\/3402\/files\/4988031894736_01.jpg?v=1789093293","url":"https:\/\/jackpotrecords.com\/products\/roger-nichols-the-small-circle-of-friends-clear-deep-blue-vinyl-pre-order-out-10-30-26","provider":"Jackpot Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}