{"product_id":"michael-franks-the-art-of-tea-lp-091726-den00000600","title":"Michael Franks - The Art Of Tea - 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 Reprise Records, Warner Bros. Records Inc., Warner Bros. Records Inc., Mississippi Mud, Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e MS 2230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopy notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e In OG shrink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Franks’ The Art Of Tea offers a refined blend of jazz-inflected pop, where his smooth vocal delivery meets intricate acoustic arrangements. Tracks like “Popsicle Toes” and “I Don’t Know Why I’m So Happy I’m Sad” showcase his knack for witty, introspective lyricism wrapped in subtle, sophisticated grooves. This album stands out in his catalog for its intimate ensemble feel, perfect for focused listening sessions that reward attention to detail—think of it as a conversation at a café where every word and note counts. This 1975 vinyl pressing holds its ground with a clean, glossy surface showing only minor, light paper scuffs typical of a well-cared-for record from this era. 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’s ready to slot into your collection without fuss, offering a dependable playback experience. The acoustic ensemble setting invites you to hear the nuances of Franks’ songwriting and performance, making this pressing a solid choice for anyone wanting to explore his mid-70s sound. It’s the kind of record that wears its tea-stained title with subtle elegance, inviting you to savor each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Franks - The Art Of Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNightmoves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEggplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonkey See-Monkey Do\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSt. Elmo's Fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Don't Know Why I'm So Happy I'm Sad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopsicle Toes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSometimes I Just Forget To Smile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMr. Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/1Xp1azh2HHaCJu6CYReBPg\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG++ \/ 1975","offer_id":54415189606716,"sku":"DEN00000600","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/MS05ODE0LmpwZWc.jpg?v=1789668637","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/michael-franks-the-art-of-tea-lp-091726-den00000600","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}