{"product_id":"james-taylor-mud-slide-slim-and-the-blue-horizon-lp-102726-den00001532","title":"James Taylor - Mud Slide Slim And The Blue Horizon - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warner Bros. Records, Marylebone Productions, Country Road Music, Inc., Blackwood Music Inc., Screen Gems-Columbia Music, Inc., Portofino Music, Sho 'Nuff Music, Walden Music, Crys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BS 2561\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon stands as a defining moment in James Taylor’s early career, blending his gentle voice and acoustic craftsmanship with intimate storytelling. The album features enduring songs like \"You've Got A Friend\" and \"Long Ago And Far Away,\" where Taylor’s nuanced guitar work and thoughtful lyrics invite focused listening without distraction. This collection highlights his skill in a compact ensemble setting, favoring subtle arrangements that underscore the warmth and honesty of his songwriting rather than lush production. This 1971 pressing offers a solid vintage experience for those who appreciate the era’s authentic vinyl feel. Graded \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG+\u003c\/a\u003e, it carries the expected light surface marks typical of frequent play but nothing that should interfere noticeably with the music. Whether you’re revisiting a classic or discovering it anew, this record’s condition and pressing year provide a reliable snapshot of Taylor’s sound at a time when his work was quietly reshaping singer-songwriter traditions. It’s the kind of record that proves sometimes the softest voices leave the clearest impression—no need for volume here to make a statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Taylor - Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLove Has Brought Me Around\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've Got A Friend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaces In My Past\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiding On A Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMud Slide Slim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHey Mister, That's Me Up On The Jukebox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou Can Close Your Eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Gun Kelly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong Ago And Far Away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet Me Ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighway Song\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsn't It Nice To Be Home Again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YffeO9zoFTs\" 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\/3ahHxtwRwMIdHcAo0MEXxX\" 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+ \/ 1971","offer_id":67952734044476,"sku":"DEN00001532","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/LTUyMTUuanBlZw.jpg?v=1793134263","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/james-taylor-mud-slide-slim-and-the-blue-horizon-lp-102726-den00001532","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}