Label: Apple Records, Apple Records, Inc., Bell Sound Studios
Catalog number: ST-3364
Country: US
Magic Christian Music by Badfinger stands out as an early showcase of the band's melodic sensibility and songwriting prowess, with production contributions from Paul McCartney, Tony Visconti, and Mal Evans adding notable polish. Tracks like "Come And Get It" and "Carry On Till Tomorrow" highlight the group’s knack for blending acoustic textures with focused pop arrangements, setting the tone for their later, more rock-oriented work. Released on Apple Records, this album occupies a distinct place where Beatles-inspired craftsmanship meets its own emerging voice. This 1970 vinyl pressing offers a solid listen for anyone interested in that transitional moment between ’60s baroque pop and ’70s rock. The record is graded VG, meaning you can expect some surface wear and occasional background noise during playback, but nothing that should interrupt the flow of these carefully arranged songs. For collectors or listeners who appreciate a well-weathered copy that still holds together, this pressing provides a tactile connection to Badfinger’s formative period, with a sound as crisp as the Apple label’s ambition—though perhaps without the polish of a fresh studio session.
Track listing & samples
Badfinger - Magic Christian Music
Side A
Come And Get It
Crimson Ship
Dear Angie
Midnight Sun
Beautiful And Blue
Rock Of All Ages
Side B
Carry On Till Tomorrow
I'm In Love
Walk In The Rain
Fisherman
Knocking Down Our Home
Maybe Tomorrow
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