Charity Shop (Thrift Store) VINYL HAUL/FINDS #2 (Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Martin Carthy etc.)

[@brucevinyl3504]

Always nice to see what's in the bag from a charity shop run.

[@carltweed942]

Hi Bruce. A mixed bag, but a few of them are top-notch.

[@WyomingDave]

that avalon, ,roxy music is a good one!!

[@carltweed942]

Hi Dave. I used to always say I prefer the early art rock Roxy Music albums. But 'Avalon' has grown on me.

[@WyomingDave]

@@carltweed942 i also have Country Life, Siren, Manifesto and Flesh and Blood, but their first 3 before country life ,i have not come across

[@SteviesVinylCupboard]

That 10k maniacs for a pound!! wow that's a bargain. I remember 'My mother the war' being a bit hit at the time. Its a good find 👍

[@carltweed942]

Hi Stevie. I'm struggling to get into the 10,000 Maniacs. I'll keep it, but it's not grabbing me. Thanks for stopping by. Cheers, Carl

[@tarrtruck2869]

As far as finding any quality vinyl or CD's at thrift stores have been rare at best for a long time but I am a big fan of 'Avalon.' I saw that tour in Vancouver, Canada in 1982 and it was the only Roxy Music album I owned for years. Any early Elton John records are excellent, especially that one. It's one of my favorites of his. Nice job again Carl!

[@carltweed942]

Hi Tom. CDs from charity shops are drying up, but at least I've found a few LPs in recent months ... I've never seen Roxy Music or Bryan Ferry live, so I'm very envious that you saw them back in 1982 ... I've been blown away by 'Elton John'. Cheers, Carl

[@MortenAastad]

Splendid charityshop haul there Carl, enjoy enjoy 😊

[@carltweed942]

Hi Morten. It's getting harder to find decent vinyl, CDs and cassettes in UK charity shops, but I keep persevering. So it feels especially good when I stumble across stuff like Martin Carthy.

[@MortenAastad]

@@carltweed942 I’m currently in a small Danish out of place town, don’t think anyones sold records on purpose here since before 2010 (including CD’s). So I was pleased I walked away with something from the boy scouts thrift store on Monday 😊

[@carltweed942]

@@MortenAastad I just replied to your video. You passed on Sister Rosetta Tharpe!!! I talk about her more in my reply. See you again soon, Carl

[@Elephant_Pavilion]

Great video as usual Carl, Excellent finds with the Roxy & Elton LPs!

[@carltweed942]

Thanks for the kind words. A few slightly dodgy albums as well!

[@Elephant_Pavilion]

@@carltweed942 haha a few hit and miss ones but I suppose that’s expected in charity shops, will have to listen to the tracks on them you spoke positively of!

[@carltweed942]

@@Elephant_Pavilion There ARE positives on all of the albums. But some of these I wouldn't have bought if they were a fiver.

[@EmbryonicRobot]

Hi Carl - Yes, I am in top top form today. Avalon is really quite good, IMHO. I think "elegant pop masterclass" is the right description. I appreciate that Elton John record too. That's an interesting take n The Wishing Chair. I wish I could find anything half as good as these in my local thrift stores.

[@carltweed942]

Hi Brian. I just replied to Mike MGK Boston saying I'm loving 'Avalon'; so it's definitely not a bore at the moment. I'd certainly settle for a new Roxy Music album in the same style. Yes, an 'elegant pop masterclass' sounds about right ... I was willing myself to like 'The Wishing Chair'. I just couldn't get to grips with the vocals ... Charity shops have really gone downhill. I'm finding very little at the moment, apart from sealed DVDs for 20 pence where I can cannibalise the clean cases ... The strings on Elton John are exquisite. Simply divine. All the best, Carl

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Hi Carl - yes we have thrift stores, but gotta say I had much more fun buying at your Charity shops when I visited. I get so much great information and history from your channel. Love your videos. Tunnel of Love is my favorite - go-to Springsteen album. Love that album. I love that Elton John album. I actually discovered many songs from Elton's live in Australia with Orchestra album and then went back to that album. Love those arrangements as well. Great video as always

[@carltweed942]

Hi Alan. Thanks for your support. I was never a big fan of Springsteen. Eventually I realised what a wonderful songwriter he is. 'Tunnel Of Love' feels personal ... The exquisite arrangements on 'Elton John' and the purity of his vocals stunned me. It's now a candidate for my favourite Elton John album. Take care, Carl

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thats great. I still listen to that Elton album as well. Lush and beautiful @@carltweed942

[@RacerRecords]

That’s a good day and some great buys! That Bruce is a favourite, tough to follow up Born in the USA but I think he pulled it off. Just recently got the Jimmy Buffet as well It’s just good fun. I’ve got a few copies of the EJ such a fantastic album!! Again great stuff Carl thanks for that.

[@carltweed942]

Hi Racer. I wish they'd been a day's purchases. It was a number of visits to various charity shops over a few weeks. There's always the anticipation of what might be found; and often friendly staff and customers to have a chat with ... I've really enjoyed the Bruce Springsteen and Elton John albums. It's still chilly here at the moment, so I may put the Jimmy Buffett record on again this weekend to lift my spirits. Roll on Springtime!! Thanks for stopping by, Carl

[@RacerRecords]

A couple of days of record hunting is not a bad thing. Take care sir, I look forward to the next.

[@vinylmartini3377]

Hey Carl. Very nice finds. I agree with your assessment of Avalon, which I consider more of a Bryan Ferry solo record, with the band only playing a strictly session men role. That Elton John is top two definitely along with Tumbleweed. Nothing but rubbish in our “thrift” stores I’m afraid. Cheers.

[@carltweed942]

Hi. I was actually going to say 'Avalon' sounds like a Ferry solo album; but at the last minute I thought that was a little unfair on Phil Manzanera and Andy Mackay ... 'Tumbleweed Connection' was my favourite Elton John album. Now it's neck and neck with 'Elton John'. So pleased to have it on vinyl ... There is loads of rubbish in the charity shops I go to too. I need a lot of patience to find anything of interest. It's even getting hard to find quality CDs. Thanks for watching and commenting, Carl

[@MGKBOSTON]

Hi Carl! I am forever looking for a replacement copy of Avalon but always come up empty. What a great deal you got on that one as well as these others! I will continue to rely on my CD copy for now.

[@carltweed942]

Hi Mike. I'm forever stumbling over second-hand Roxy Music LPs. Unfortunately most of them have seen better days. This isn't a bad copy of 'Avalon'. There are just occasional crackles and pops in the quiet passages. I must be in a mellow mood at the moment, as I'm loving the album. Cheers, Carl

[@STEVEHEROLD]

im from springsteen country. beaches of NJ. i never was a fan growing up. which was almost sacrilege in these parts. but mainly due to a girlfriend at the time i picked up tunnel of love when it came out. i always liked the title track. i think people refer tonit as his “divorce” album. i picked up more of his stuff over time. found a new respect for him. interesting take on that roxy music album. for the record i love it. cool stuff carl.

[@carltweed942]

Hi Steve. I think Springsteen did the right thing going from 'Born In The USA' to 'Tunnel Of Love'. He didn't want to be pigeon-holed ... Growing up in the glam rock era, Roxy Music made a massive impression on me with 'Virginia Plain', 'Pyjamarama' and 'Do The Strand'. But I do like the later material too. Best wishes, Carl

[@STEVEHEROLD]

@@carltweed942 yeah although i knew of roxy music and more so Bryan ferry's solo stuff I didn't really get into them until maybe 10 some odd years ago and then just started buying it all up.

[@carltweed942]

@@STEVEHEROLD I'm still discovering and enjoying some of Bryan Ferry's post-Roxy output. I always loved his version of 'Hard Rain', and never realised at the time that it was a Dylan song.

[@STEVEHEROLD]

@@carltweed942 that’s funny cause that happened to me twice. once was a song called Abandoned Love that Dramarama recorded. I thought it sounded like Dylan but thought it was an original. And the second time was Mike Ness’ version of Don’t Think Twice.

[@jtsrecordroom3963]

Hello Carl ! First off, that looks to be a clean copy of Tunnel Of Love.. Very nice.. Coincidentally, I was going through my 3 Steeleye Span LP's.. Brought to mind that your's is the one I'd like to get eventually. 😊 Aztec Two-Step ( debut 1972 ).. Was a great find in Florida.. Folk / Country rock.

[@carltweed942]

Hi JT. Yes, it's a very clean copy of 'Tunnel Of Love' (superb; I'd never heard it before). I got it at the same time as 'Avalon' ... It's always been difficult to find clean copies of Steeleye Span LPs, so I was pleased to finally get 'All Around My Hat' ... Just checked out a track by Aztec Two Step, as I'd not heard of them. It reminded me a bit of America, CSNY, early Eagles ... Today I picked up an Australian CD comp of Mink Deville (every track is excellent; I saw them live back in the day) and also a Martin Carthy & Dave Swarbrick CD.

[@jtsrecordroom3963]

@@carltweed942 I have always liked " Walk Like A Man" . Gets me every time.. And Brilliant Disguise" ! I'm sure I will eventually run into a nice copy of your Steeleye Span..

[@jtsrecordroom3963]

@@carltweed942 Mink Deville is outstanding, and thank you for listening to Aztec Two-Step, Carl.. Yes, very folk rock America and CSN&Y like ! Good songwriting. 🎵

[@carltweed942]

@@jtsrecordroom3963 Good luck finding Steeleye Span. I'll see you on your channel soon.

[@jtsrecordroom3963]

@@carltweed942 OK, I have one coming tomorrow. Bill has a double LP Comp of them.. I might try to pry it from his collection ! ( He's getting back into vinyl ). 🎵

[@Thevinylscavenger]

Your right about Natalie Merchant she doesn't mumble exactly but the lyrics are quite random though and difficult to make out i do like her voice. The MTV unplugged may be clearer? All around my hat all i can hear is the Fast Show parody......

[@carltweed942]

Hi Martin. I know a lot of people love Natalie Merchant, but I couldn't get to grips with her voice ... I've heard the track 'All Around My Hat' enough over the years. But the rest of the album is pretty good; although not in the same league as Fairport Convention and Pentangle. Cheers, Carl P.S. Have you watched Ross Goodall's Vinyl Tag 2024 video? He shows an Australian comp by the Church.

[@Thevinylscavenger]

@@carltweed942 no I've not, was it Hindsight 80-87 perhaps?

[@carltweed942]

@@Thevinylscavenger That was it.

[@Thevinylscavenger]

@@carltweed942 that is an excellent compilation of early stuff including B-sides and rare tracks. Very much worth it IMO.