LPs for Mixtapes...

OK, there aren't really "mixtapes" anymore. But it sounds much better than "MixCD". Maybe MixDisc?

I buy cheap LPs for mix fodder. Instrumental sections, nonsense spoken word, whatever. Many of these records feature ATROCIOUS, boring, or music that is just WRONG. All of which can make it perfect for a good mix. To segue, say, Gene Autry to Ministry. or maybe not...!

This past week I snagged a couple in downtown Charleston for $1 each. Very worth it.

1. John Renbourn - The Lady and the Unicorn (1970, Reprise) -- a great British folk guitarist who I knew from Pentangle's Basket of Light album, this one is more classical in approach but features some sitar and stuff.







2. Tasavallan Presidentti - Milky Way Moses (1974, Sonet) -- Finnish Prog! Now that's something I don't normally buy. But it seemed to have at least a good instro on it. Apparently the record has some value ($20) ... and this copy is in great shape. It's got a neat cover too. (note: pic of band eating rat resized for technical reasons!)