Grand Funk Railroad We're An American Band and similar items

Grand Funk Railroad We're An American Band Vinyl LP - Capitol R 132473 (1973) Condition: Very Good Vinyl and VG+ Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays very well throughout with good fidelity and light background noise, but no skips. Original gatefold cover is strong with light shelf wear, no splits or writing. We're an American Band is the seventh studio album by Grand Funk Railroad, credited as Grand Funk. The album was released by Capitol Records in 1973 and was certified gold by the RIAA a little over a month after its release. Two singles were released from the album. The first single, "We're an American Band", and the second was "Walk Like a Man," both sung by drummer Don Brewer. The album cover was originally covered in gold-colored foil on the outside, and the initial run of pressings were pressed in clear, dark yellow vinyl to simulate or suggest a "gold" record. The album is #200 of the National Association of Recording Merchandisers (NARM) Definitive 200 albums of all time. Track listing A1 We're An American Band 3:25 A2 Stop Lookin' Back 4:51 A3 Creepin' 7:01 A4 Black Licorice 4:43 B1 The Railroad 6:07 B2 Ain't Got Nobody 4:19 B3 Walk Like A Man 4:03 B4 Loneliest Rider 5:19 Credits Mark Farner ? vocals, guitar, acoustic guitar, conga; electric piano on "Creepin'" Craig Frost ? organ, clavinet, electric piano, Moog Mel Schacher ? bass Don Brewer ? vocals, drums, percussion Todd Rundgren ? producer, engineer _____________________________________________ Shipping: Calculated domestic shipping via Media Mail or Priority Mail. Will ship internationally at FLAT RATES. Records mailed in a proper cardboard LP mailer. All records cleaned prior to shipment. Check out my other auctions, and save on shipping! I do offer multiple-bid shipping discounts -- please contact me before paying if you plan to purchase or bid on multiple auctions. Payment: Paypal is preferred method of payment. Return Policy: I do accept returns for up to 30 days. Please let me know if you have questions about this item or any others I have for sale before you bid or purchase. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact me immediately and I will do whatever I can to resolve. This may be a replacement, a credit, or a full or partial refund depending on the circumstances. _____________________________________________ I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects. MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint. NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage. GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft. Feel free to contact me with any specific questions.