Michael Murphey – Blue Sky-Night Thunder (LP, Album, 1975, Epic PE 33290)

Why This Record Matters
Blue Sky-Night Thunder became a defining album in Michael Murphey’s career and introduced his signature hit “Wildfire.” Produced by Bob Johnston, the album blends country, folk, and soft rock while also featuring “Carolina In The Pines,” “Medicine Man,” and “Blue Sky Riding Song.”

Collector Note
Original 1975 US Epic pressing issued with orange center labels and the original illustrated lyric inner sleeve. The album features contributions from John McEuen, Tom Scott, Tracy Nelson, and members of Murphey’s Rio Grande Band.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Label: Epic – PE 33290
Country: US
Released: 1975
Genre: Rock, Folk, World & Country
Style: Country, Classic Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: PAL-33290-1F N-IW 3WM
Side B: PBL-33290-1D ʙ N-IW 3WM

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Wildfire 4:47
A2 Carolina In The Pines 3:54
A3 Desert Rat 3:53
A4 Wild Bird 2:24
A5 Blue Sky Riding Song 3:32

Side B
B1 Medicine Man 3:49
B2 Secret Mountain Hideout 3:56
B3 Without My Lady There 2:33
B4 Night Thunder 2:46
B5 Rings Of Life 3:18

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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