{"product_id":"cat-stevens-buddha-and-the-chocolate-box-vinyl-lp-album-reissue-081626","title":"Cat Stevens - Buddha And The Chocolate Box - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A\u0026amp;M Records, Sound Techniques, London, Sound Techniques, London, Freshwater Music, Sound Techniques, London, Sound Techniques, London, Sterling Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SP 3623\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCat Stevens’ Buddha And The Chocolate Box offers a thoughtful blend of folk and soft rock, with songs like \"Oh Very Young\" and \"King Of Trees\" showcasing his knack for introspective lyricism paired with memorable melodies. The album fits comfortably alongside the work of contemporaries such as James Taylor and Simon and Garfunkel, blending gentle acoustic textures with reflective storytelling. Its title hints at a playful contrast that mirrors Stevens’ ability to balance lightness with depth, capturing a moment of artistic transition before he adopted the name Yusuf Islam. This vinyl reissue from Terre Haute presents the album in a clean, glossy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG++\u003c\/a\u003e condition, with only minor paper scuffs and faint lines that won’t distract from the listening experience. The LP format suits those who appreciate the tactile and visual aspects of records, and this pressing’s clarity invites a fresh listen to tracks like \"Ghost Town\" and \"Ready.\" It’s a solid pick for anyone interested in folk-rock’s quieter corners or looking to explore Cat Stevens’ catalog beyond the most familiar hits. If your collection is thoughtful music that doesn’t shout, this one fits right in without demanding the spotlight. Buddha And The Chocolate Box - Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-samples=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eListen \/ sample\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat Stevens - Buddha And The Chocolate Box - Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L1Odf3IRHx4\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/3HnXQbLUCdRmdgyGlLA0c8\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG+ \/ REISSUE · Terre Haute","offer_id":53993208545596,"sku":"DEN00000102","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/NjAtNjk3NC5qcGVn.jpg?v=1786912233","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/cat-stevens-buddha-and-the-chocolate-box-vinyl-lp-album-reissue-081626","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}