{"product_id":"2449404","title":"Sun Ra - The Magic City (+2 Bonus Tracks) (Limited Edition) [VINYL]","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe take every step to ensure your vinyl purchase is delivered to you in the same pristine condition as when it leaves our packing area. We have selected very robust 12 inch mailers in order to protect your valuable vinyl throughout its journey to your doorstep. Even when handled incorrectly, your item should still arrive in tip-top condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe complete LP + 2 bonus tracks - special gatefold edition, 180g vinyl - limited edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to many enthusiasts and scholars, this album is among Sun Ra's most definitive studio recordings.\u003ci\u003e The Magic City\u003c\/i\u003econtains just four tracks, with the title-theme taking up the whole of the A side at a little over 27 minutes. Then on the B side comes \u003ci\u003eThe Shadow World\u003c\/i\u003e, followed by \u003ci\u003eAbstract Eye\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAbstract I\u003c\/i\u003e, which are two variants of the same composition. These pieces are essentially ensemble improvisations recorded live.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough 'Magic City' in the album's title was widely believed to reference New York, it was in fact Sun Ra's birthplace, Birmingham, Alabama, and the inspiration for the title came from to a large metal sign with the words 'Birmingham, The Magic City', which was displayed in front of the city's railway station.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures the bonus tracks 'Big City Blues' and'Message To Earthman'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54419502399873,"sku":"2449404","price":21.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/8435723701507.jpg?v=1750562461","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/2449404","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}