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Artist: Badfinger Title: Head First [50th Anniversary Special Edition] Label:   Y&T Music Country: UK Catalogue: YT35 Barcode: 843563183212 Date: 13 Dec 2024 Format: LP Collection:   I Own It     I Want It  Community:  2 Own, 2 Want Price Guide: Valuation Page » Search on eBay

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Track	Artist	Title	Composer	Rating
Side 1
A1	Badfinger	Lay Me Down	Pete Ham	Rate
A2	Badfinger	Hey Mr Manager	Tom Evans	Rate
A3	Badfinger	Turn Around	Bob Jackson	Rate
A4	Badfinger	Back Again	Mike Gibbins	Rate
A5	Badfinger	Rock 'n' Roll Contract	Tom Evans	Rate
Side 2
B1	Badfinger	Keep Believing	Pete Ham	Rate
B2	Badfinger	Moonshine	Tom Evans, Bob Jackson, Mike Gibbins	Rate
B3	Badfinger	Rockin' Machine	Mike Gibbins	Rate
B4	Badfinger	Passed Fast	Tom Evans, Bob Jackson	Rate
B5	Badfinger	Savile Row (2024)	Pete Han, Badfinger	Rate

Notes

Gatefold sleeve with 12-page booklet containing liner notes, lyrics and credits.

1974 Production Staff:
Recorded in 1974 at Apple Studios, 3 Savile Row, London W1, England 1st - 7th & 9th - 15th December.
Engineered by Phil McDonald and Assistant Engineer Glen Williams.
Produced in 1974 by Badfinger, Kenny Kerner and Richie Wise.

2024 Production Staff:
Project Direction: Bob Jackson.
Digital Audio editing by Andy Nixon.
Mixed, mastered and produced from the original multitracks by Andy Nixon & Bob Jackson.
Album artwork design by Andy Nixon, approved by Bob Jackson and based on Tom Evans' original concept.

Photography
Head shots: © Tom Hanley/Darling Photography.
Piano: © 2024 Andy Nixon.

© & ℗ 2024 BDFGR Productions.



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Bgray1 3rd Jan 2025		Back cover image added.
JPGR&B SUBS 14th Dec 2024		Lay Me Down
JPGR&B SUBS 14th Dec 2024		Badfinger's long-lost album is released 50 years after it's original recording. This historic release features Peter Ham's final studio recordings and marks a significant milestone in the band's legacy, bringing forth an album that has been shrouded in mystery for decades. Badfinger has long been recognized as a formidable force in the power pop and classic rock genres of the 1970s. Originally laid down in 1974 at The Beatles' renowned Apple Recording Studio on Savile Row, London, Head First encapsulates a transformative era in Badfinger's storied career. The sessions for Head First took place during a tumultuous period for the band, marked by personal struggles and external challenges, which ultimately led to the album being shelved. For years, only a rough mix survived, with the master tapes thought to be lost. However, the recent rediscovery of the original multi-tracks has allowed for a meticulous mixing and mastering process, breathing new life into this long-hidden masterpiece. The release promises to provide fans with an authentic glimpse into the creative spirit of Badfinger during one of their most artistically rich periods. The official release of Head First is not just an addition to Badfinger's discography; it represents a rediscovery of a pivotal moment in rock history. The album features tracks that showcase the band's raw energy and emotive songwriting, resonating with both long-time fans and a new generation of listeners. The newly mastered sound highlights the band's musicianship in an unprecedented way, revitalizing their enduring legacy. Bob Jackson, the sole surviving member of the lineup, expressed his excitement: "On behalf of my bandmates - Pete, Tommy, and Mike - I am thrilled to say, 'We did it, guys!' This marks the culmination of a 50-year journey and it's an honor to complete the vision we had all those years ago. The last piece of the puzzle is finally in place."

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