Bob Dylan Self Portrait Vinyl 2 LP Columbia and 50 similar items

Bob Dylan Self Portrait Vinyl 2 LP - Columbia C2X 30050 First Pressing (1970) Condition: Very Good Vinyl and Very Good Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on all sides and plays well throughout with occasional light background noise; no skips. Original gatefold cover is solid with good image, no splits or writing. Matrix / Runout (Side A): XSM 153504 - 1K Matrix / Runout (Side B): XSM 153505 - 1K Matrix / Runout (Side C): XSM 153506 - 1A Matrix / Runout (Side D): XSM 153507 - 1K Self Portrait is the tenth studio album by Bob Dylan. It was released in 1970, through Columbia Records. The record is compiled of cover songs, live recordings, and new originals, while the arrangements and vocal performances continue in the country vein of the preceding Nashville Skyline. Self Portrait was released to negative reviews and confusion from critics and fans alike. Criticism was directed at the album's production, performances, and the lack of new material. Dylan himself has since referred to the album as having been released with the purpose of confounding the public's expectations of him, and to counter the "spokesman of a generation" tag which had been placed on him throughout the 1960s. Self Portrait AllMusic Review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine There has never been a clearer attempt to shed an audience than Self-Portrait. At least, that's one way of looking at this baffling double album, a deliberately sprawling affair that runs the gamut from self-portrait to self-parody, touching on operatic pop, rowdy Basement Tapes leftovers, slight whimsy, and covers of wannabe Dylans from Paul Simon to Gordon Lightfoot. To say the least, it's confusing, especially arriving at the end of a decade of unmitigated brilliance, and while the years have made it easier to listen to, it still remains inscrutable, an impossible record to unlock. Tracklist A1 All The Tired Horses 3:11 A2 Alberta #1 2:55 A3 I Forgot More Than You'll Ever Know 2:22 A4 Days Of 49 5:42 A5 Early Mornin' Rain 3:31 A6 In Search Of Little Sadie 2:26 B1 Let It Be Me 2:58 B2 Little Sadie 1:58 B3 Woogie Boogie 2:06 B4 Belle Isle 2:28 B5 Living The Blues 2:41 B6 Like A Rolling Stone 5:14 C1 Copper Kettle 3:32 C2 Gotta Travel On 3:04 C3 Blue Moon 2:26 C4 The Boxer 2:45 C5 The Mighty Quinn (Quinn, The Eskimo) 2:54 C6 Take Me As I Am (Or Let Me Go) 2:59 D1 Take A Message To Mary 2:44 D2 It Hurts Me Too 3:16 D3 Minstrel Boy 3:29 D4 She Belongs To Me 2:42 D5 Wigwam 3:08 D6 Alberta #2 3:20 __________________________________________ 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.