Sonny Thompson - Moody Blues (Play Only After Midnight) (1958) Vinyl LP • Pastry

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Vinyl plays with crackles and some clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing and surface impressions (front/back); slight discoloration with darker discoloration spots on back. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white); store stamp on one side. Spine shows mild-wear. Top/bottom-edge are completely split. Wear to corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Long Gone (Part 1)
2. Long Gone (Part 2)
3. After Sundown
4. Low Down
5. Blues For The Nightowls
6. Cotton Ball
7. Sunshine Blues
8. Behind The Sun
9. Mellow Blues
10. So-o-o Good
11. Pastry
12. Low Flame
13. Night Fall
14. Lonely Moon
15. Gone Again Blues
16. Down In The Dumps

About The Record:

Moody Blues (Play Only After Midnight), by Sonny Thompson, is a collection of instrumental R&B and blues tracks tailored for late-night listening. It features tracks like Long Gone (Pt. 1 & 2), After Sundown, and Blues For The Night Owls, showcasing Thompson’s smooth piano work and moody, atmospheric arrangements. The album, recorded in mono, captures the essence of 1950s R&B with contributions from saxophonists like Eddie Chamblee and David Bubba Brooks. Its evocative titles and mellow vibe make it a fitting soundtrack for introspective or relaxed settings. The LP remains a rare gem, celebrated by collectors for its historical significance in Thompson’s discography.