Return To Forever – Romantic Warrior (Vinyl LP, 1976, Columbia PC 34076, US 1st Press)

Why This Record Matters
Romantic Warrior features the classic Return To Forever lineup of Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Al Di Meola, and Lenny White. Released in 1976, the six-track instrumental album combines jazz fusion with progressive-rock structures and extended compositions including “The Romantic Warrior” and “Duel Of The Jester And The Tyrant.”

Collector Note
This is the 1976 US first pressing on Columbia, catalog PC 34076, identified by the first-press label timings and supplied AL 34076-1B / BL 34076-2A stamped runouts. This copy retains the original custom printed inner sleeve featuring “The Romantic Warrior” poem and credits.

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

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

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, 1st Press
Label: Columbia – PC 34076
Country: US
Released: 1976
Genre: Jazz
Style: Fusion

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL 34076-1B
Side B: BL 34076-2A

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Medieval Overture – 5:14
A2 Sorceress – 7:33
A3 The Romantic Warrior – 10:48
Side B
B1 Majestic Dance – 5:00
B2 The Magician – 5:27
B3 Duel Of The Jester And The Tyrant (Part I & Part II) – 11:25

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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