David Lindley – El Rayo-X (LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Pressing, 1981, Asylum Records 5E-524)

Why This Record Matters
Released in 1981, El Rayo-X introduced David Lindley as a solo artist with a vibrant blend of rock, reggae, Cajun, calypso, blues, and world music influences. Featuring energetic renditions of "Mercury Blues," "Bye Bye Love," and "Twist And Shout," the album showcases Lindley's exceptional multi-instrumental talents and genre-defying musical style.

Collector Note
Original 1981 U.S. Specialty Records pressing on Asylum Records (5E-524). Mastered at The Mastering Lab by Doug Sax and Mike Reese, this pressing includes the original custom lyric inner sleeve. Complete early pressings have developed a loyal following among collectors of roots rock, Americana, and eclectic singer-songwriter recordings.

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

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

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Pressing
Label: Asylum Records – 5E-524
Country: US
Released: May 1981
Genre: Rock, Reggae, Latin, Folk, World, & Country
Style: Cajun, Calypso, Reggae, Rock & Roll

Matrix / Runout
Side A: 5E-524-A-SH-SP TML-M + SLM △616 SP 0-1 SM1-2
Side B: 5E-524-B SH TML-M SP + SLM + △616-X SP B- 0-1 SM1-1

Tracklist

Side A
A1 She Took Off My Romeos – 3:00
A2 Bye Bye Love – 2:50
A3 Mercury Blues – 3:33
A4 Quarter Of A Man – 3:45
A5 Ain't No Way – 3:42
A6 Twist And Shout – 2:44

Side B
B1 El Rayo-X – 2:53
B2 Your Old Lady – 4:14
B3 Don't Look Back – 3:55
B4 Petit Fleur – 3:11
B5 Tu-Ber-Cu-Lucas And The Sinus Blues – 2:14
B6 Pay The Man – 3:30

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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