Stanley Clarke – School Days (LP, 1976, Nemperor Records NE 439, Presswell Pressing, Stan Ricker Cut)

Why This Record Matters
School Days is Stanley Clarke’s 1976 jazz-funk album and a defining showcase for his electric and acoustic bass work. Produced by Clarke and Ken Scott, the sessions feature musicians including Billy Cobham, George Duke, Steve Gadd, David Sancious, Raymond Gomez, and John McLaughlin.

Collector Note
US 1976 Nemperor Records pressing manufactured at Presswell, identified by the PR label suffix and Presswell markings in the runouts. The lacquers were cut at JVC Cutting Center by Stan Ricker, whose SR/2 signature appears on both sides, and the original inner sleeve is included.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ (one 5" hairline on Side 2)
Sleeve: VG+
Includes: Original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Nemperor Records – NE 439
Country: US
Released: Oct 8, 1976
Genre: Jazz
Style: Jazz-Funk

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ST-NE-763663-A SR/2 (PR)
Side B: ST-NE-763664-A SR/2 (PR)

Tracklist
Side A
A1 School Days – 7:42
A2 Quiet Afternoon – 5:03
A3 The Dancer – 5:12

Side B
B1 Desert Song – 6:55
B2 Hot Fun – 2:51
B3 Life Is Just A Game – 8:59

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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