King Crimson – Islands (LP, Album, Stereo, Presswell Pressing, Gatefold, 1972, Atlantic SD 7212)

Why This Record Matters
Islands is King Crimson’s fourth studio album and one of the band’s most atmospheric releases, blending progressive rock with jazz, classical instrumentation, and extended improvisation. Robert Fripp is joined by Boz Burrell, Mel Collins, Ian Wallace, and several guest musicians on pieces including “Formentera Lady,” “Sailor’s Tale,” and the title track.

Collector Note
1972 US Atlantic gatefold pressing manufactured by Presswell with the original inner sleeve included. Both sides were cut at Atlantic Studios by respected mastering engineer George Piros, identified by the “AT/GP” inscriptions in the runouts.

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

Condition & Details
Media: Strong VG player copy
Sleeve: Strong VG, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Presswell Pressing, Gatefold
Label: Atlantic – SD 7212
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: Rock
Style: Prog Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ST-A-712381-C AT/GP PR
Side B: ST-A-712382C AT/GP PR

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Formentera Lady 5:46
A2 Sailor's Tale 9:30
A3 The Letters 4:23

Side B
B1 Ladies Of The Road 5:29
B2 Prelude: Song Of The Gulls 4:14
B3 Islands 9:14

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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