{"product_id":"cat-stevens-tea-for-the-tillerman-lp-102226-den00001424","title":"Cat Stevens - Tea For The Tillerman - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCat Stevens’ Tea for the Tillerman stands as a quietly profound work that helped define the singer-songwriter’s early sound with its delicate acoustic arrangements and thoughtful storytelling. Songs like \"Father \u0026amp; Son\" and \"Wild World\" remain touchstones of the folk-rock canon, blending introspective lyrics with subtle string touches from John Rothstein’s violin and tasteful arrangements by Del Newman. Stevens’ own illustration graces the album art, giving a personal touch that feels as intimate as the music itself. This 1973 pressing offers a solid vintage experience on vinyl, pressed three years after the album’s original release. The record carries a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG+\u003c\/a\u003e grade, meaning you can expect some light surface marks or paper scuffs typical of regular use, but nothing that should distract from the listening. It’s a pressing that fits well for those who appreciate focused listening sessions, especially with the album’s gentle dynamics and acoustic ensemble. If you’re after a record that pairs thoughtful songwriting with a quietly distinctive production from Paul Samwell-Smith, this one holds its own—and yes, it’s perfectly suited for those moments when you want to ponder “Where Do The Children Play?” without interruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-samples=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eListen \/ sample\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat Stevens - Tea for the Tillerman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z-8ajFAV5Rk\" 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\/44VxbAytHpVi3Rq8hRhild\" 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+ \/ 1973","offer_id":67822834712892,"sku":"DEN00001424","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/MS01NzQwLmpwZWc_6ec6c5ef-e6e2-4fd1-b560-b8d074c17e59.jpg?v=1792705922","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/cat-stevens-tea-for-the-tillerman-lp-102226-den00001424","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}