The Checkmates Ltd.- Love Is All We Have To Give-LP

• Format: LP
• Label: A&M Records, A&M Records, Phil Spector Productions, Phil Spector Productions, Jondora Music, Progressive Music, Trio Music Co., Inc., Irving Music, Inc., Jill Bern Music, United Ar
• Catalog number: SP 4183
• Country: US

Copy notes: in shrink with BLACK PEARL hype sticker

Love Is All We Have To Give by The Checkmates Ltd. invites listeners into a thoughtfully arranged acoustic setting that rewards focused attention. This 1969 release blends soulful interpretations of songs like "Proud Mary" and "Spanish Harlem" with originals such as the title track and "Black Pearl," revealing the band’s knack for weaving emotion into a compact ensemble format. The subtle interplay and clear arrangements make it a record that suits a quiet evening or a reflective moment rather than background noise. This particular 1969 pressing comes in very good plus condition, featuring glossy, clean vinyl with only minor surface marks that won’t interfere with play. The 12-inch format holds a calm dignity here, and the sound’s clarity benefits from the attentive production style. If you’re arranging your collection to highlight thoughtful, acoustic-driven soul, this pressing fits comfortably without demanding center stage—no need to shuffle it to the bottom of the stack.

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