REO Speedwagon – R.E.O./T.W.O. (LP, Album, 1972, US, Epic KE 31745, Yellow Label)

Why This Record Matters
R.E.O./T.W.O. is REO Speedwagon’s second album and Kevin Cronin’s first with the band, giving listeners an early look at the lineup that would later become a major arena-rock act. Gary Richrath’s guitar leads the record’s harder-edged rock sound, especially on “Golden Country” and “Like You Do.”

Collector Note
This is the original 1972 US Epic issue with the KE catalog prefix and yellow-label design, which was replaced by the orange Epic label in 1973. The stamped runouts match the supplied matrix variation; the release notes don't identify a pressing plant. This copy includes its original inner sleeve. 

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
Label: Epic – KE 31745
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: Rock
Styles: Pop Rock, Arena Rock
Mastered at Customatrix

Matrix / Runout
Side A: P AL 31745-2A
Side B: P BL-31745-2A

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Let Me Ride 5:55
A2 How The Story Goes 3:29
A3 Little Queenie 6:36
A4 Being Kind (Can Hurt Someone Sometimes) 6:01

Side B
B1 Music Man 4:35
B2 Like You Do 5:52
B3 Flash Tan Queen 4:18
B4 Golden Country 6:34

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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