Jackson Browne – The Pretender (Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, SP - Specialty Pressing, 1977, Asylum Records 6E-107)

Why This Record Matters
The Pretender is widely considered one of Jackson Browne's finest albums, balancing personal reflection with sophisticated California rock songwriting. It features enduring tracks including “Here Come Those Tears Again,” “The Fuse,” and the title track “The Pretender.”

Collector Note
1977 US Specialty Records Corporation pressing identified by SP and SRC markings in the runouts. This blue-cloud label reissue contains the edited version of “The Pretender” and includes the original inner sleeve.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ clean vinyl with light signs of use and strong overall presentation
Sleeve: VG+ original jacket with minor shelf and edge wear consistent with age
Inner Sleeve: Original printed inner sleeve included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, SP - Specialty Pressing
Label: Asylum Records – 6E-107
Country: US
Released: 1977
Genre: Rock
Style: Soft Rock, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: 6E-107A-9 SP SRC 1-2
Side B: 6E-107-B SP SRC 1-2

Tracklist
Side A
A1 The Fuse
A2 Your Bright Baby Blues
A3 Linda Paloma
A4 Here Come Those Tears Again

Side B
B1 The Only Child
B2 Daddy's Tune
B3 Sleep's Dark And Silent Gate
B4 The Pretender

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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