Strawbs – Grave New World (LP, Album, Stereo, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold, 1972, A&M Records SP 4344)

Why This Record Matters
Released in 1972, Grave New World marked Strawbs’ transition from their folk roots toward progressive rock following Rick Wakeman’s departure and the arrival of keyboardist Blue Weaver. The album reached number 11 on the UK Albums Chart and features “Benedictus,” “New World,” and “Heavy Disguise.”

Collector Note
1972 US Pitman pressing on A&M Records, catalog number SP 4344, with original inner sleeve included. The gatefold cover features artwork by William Blake.

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, Stereo, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold
Label: A&M Records – SP 4344, A&M Records – SP-4344
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
Style: Folk Rock, Prog Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: T 2X A&M SP 4587 RE T1 C2
Side B: A&M SP 4588 P2 A7

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Benedictus 4:24
A2 Hey, Little Man...Thursday's Child 1:06
A3 Queen Of Dreams 5:32
A4 Heavy Disguise 2:53
A5 New World 4:11
A6 Hey, Little Man...Wednesday's Child 1:06
Side B
B1 The Flower And The Young Man 4:17
B2 Tomorrow 4:49
B3 On Growing Older 1:56
B4 Ah Me, Ah My 1:24
B5 Is It Today, Lord? 3:07
B6 The Journey's End 1:46

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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