Al Stewart – Past, Present And Future (LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, Terre Haute Pressing, 1980, Arista AL 9524)

Why This Record Matters
Originally released in 1973, Past, Present And Future is one of Al Stewart's most ambitious and historically inspired albums, weaving together folk-rock, literary songwriting, and richly detailed narratives. Featuring the epic "Roads to Moscow" and the expansive "Nostradamus," the album showcases Stewart's distinctive blend of history, storytelling, and melodic craftsmanship that would later define his most celebrated work.

Collector Note
1980 U.S. Terre Haute pressing on Arista Records (AL 9524), remastered by Chris Bellman and mastered at Allen Zentz Mastering using Santa Maria-plated stampers. This copy includes the original lyric inner sleeve, making it a complete example of this later U.S. reissue.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG
Original lyric inner sleeve included.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, Terre Haute Pressing
Label: Arista – AL 9524
Country: US
Released: 1980
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL-9524-SA SM-2 MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. B S1 SXT
Side B: AL-9524-SB SM-2 SXT B MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. S2

Tracklist

Side A
A1 Old Admirals – 5:54
A2 Warren Harding – 2:39
A3 Soho (Needless To Say) – 3:55
A4 The Last Day Of June 1934 – 4:45
A5 Post World War Two Blues – 4:17

Side B
B1 Roads To Moscow – 8:00
B2 Terminal Eyes – 3:22
B3 Nostradamus – 9:46

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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