Blood, Sweat And Tears - Blood, Sweat And Tears - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Blood, Sweat and Tears’ self-titled sophomore album is a landmark in musical experimentation, blending jazz’s sophistication with rock’s intensity in a way that was groundbreaking in 1968 and remains thrilling today. With tight horn arrangements, virtuosic musicianship, and David Clayton-Thomas’s commanding vocals, the band forges a sound that feels both fearless and meticulously crafted. Each track is a masterclass in genre-blurring, moving seamlessly from brassy fanfares to soulful balladry and bluesy grit. Their now-iconic renditions of “Spinning Wheel,” “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy,” and “And When I Die” are not just hits; they’re cultural touchstones that capture the restless, creative spirit of their era. This album’s innovative approach helped pave the way for jazz-rock fusion, influencing countless artists for decades after. For collectors, this is more than just an artifact—it’s a vibrant listening experience that rewards close attention, revealing new nuances with every spin. Owning this album is owning a piece of musical history, where genre boundaries dissolve and the possibilities feel limitless. Track List: A1 - Variations On A Theme By Erik Satie (1st And 2nd Movements) - 2:33 A2 - Smiling Phases - 5:08 A3 - Sometimes In Winter - 3:08 A4 - More And More - 3:03 A5 - And When I Die - 4:04 A6 - God Bless The Child - 5:57 B1 - Spinning Wheel - 4:06 B2 - You've Made Me So Very Happy - 4:18 B3 - Blues - Part II - 11:55 B4 - Variation On A Theme By Erik Satie (1st Movement) - 1:37