Label: RCA Victor, RCA/Ariola International, RCA/Ariola International, Zappo Music, Basically Gasp Music, Precision Lacquer, Trackman, Inc., Rumbo Recorders, Ocean Way Recording, Studio D
Catalog number: AFL1-5904
Country: US
Copy notes: in shrink with hype sticker
Bruce Hornsby and the Range’s debut, The Way It Is, introduced a thoughtful blend of piano-driven melodies and earnest storytelling that invites focused listening. Tracks like "Mandolin Rain" and the title song reveal the band's knack for weaving acoustic textures with vivid narratives, while Huey Lewis’s harmonica and vocals on "Down the Road Tonight" add a distinctive touch that hints at the collaborative spirit behind the scenes. This album stands out in Hornsby’s catalog for its balance between introspective ballads and more upbeat, rootsy moments. This 1986 vinyl pressing offers an authentic snapshot of that era’s sound with remarkably clean vinyl graded near mint, promising a crisp playback experience. For anyone drawn to albums where every note counts, this record’s clarity and condition make it a reliable choice. It’s a fine example of a well-preserved pressing where the grooves hold the music’s earnest pulse without distraction—proof that sometimes, the way it is really is the way you want it spinning on your turntable.
Track listing & samples
Bruce Hornsby And The Range - The Way It Is
Side A
On The Western Skyline
Every Little Kiss
Mandolin Rain
The Long Race
Side B
The Way It Is
Down The Road Tonight
The Wild Frontier
The River Runs Low
The Red Plains
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