James Taylor - James Taylor (2) - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

James Taylor’s self-titled debut album marks a quietly momentous arrival in the world of folk music. Released in 1968, this record captures a young Taylor just before stardom, balancing raw vulnerability with melodic finesse. The songs—delicate in arrangement yet profound in lyric—offer a window into Taylor’s early worldview, where hope and hardship intertwine. Notably, the album was the first release by a non-British artist on the Beatles’ Apple label, symbolizing a rare seal of approval from the icons themselves. Tracks like “Carolina in My Mind” and “Something in the Way She Moves” introduced Taylor’s signature blend of gentle fingerpicking and emotionally resonant storytelling. There’s an intimacy here that feels almost confessional, as if Taylor is sharing secrets from across a candlelit table. The album’s understated production lets each word and note linger, inviting listeners to slow down and reflect. For vinyl collectors and folk devotees alike, "James Taylor" is more than a debut—it’s a blueprint for the singer-songwriter movement that would soon flourish. Owning this album means holding a piece of musical history, a reminder of the enduring power of honest songwriting and quiet resilience. Track List: A1 - Sweet Baby James - A2 - Highway Song - A3 - Riding On A Railroad - A4 - Long Ago And Far Away - A5 - Lo And Behold - A6 - Blossom - B1 - Fire And Rain - B2 - Sunny Skies - B3 - Country Road - B4 - Steamroller - B5 - Hey Mister, That's Me Upon A Jukebox - B6 - Mud Slide Slim - C1 - You've Got A Friend - C2 - Machine Gun Kelly - C3 - Nobody But You - C4 - One Morning In May - C5 - Back On The Street Again - C6 - Oh, Susanna - D1 - Don't Let Me Be Lonely Tonight - D2 - One Man Parade - D3 - Hymn - D4 - Fanfare - D5 - Little David - D6 - Mescalito - D7 - Dance - D8 - Jig - D9 - You Can Close Your Eyes -