Gary Wright - The Light of Smiles (1977) Vinyl LP • Phantom Writer

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Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing, ring-wear, and significant surface-abrasions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (lyrics/photo), with slight discoloration spots and two seams spit near center. Spine is easy-to-read, with wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of use and divots. (Notch in top-right.)

Tracks:

1. Water Sign
2. Time Machine
3. I Am The Sky
4. Who Am I
5. Silent Fury
6. Phantom Writer
7. The Light Of Smiles
8. I'm Alright
9. Empty Inside
10. Are You Weepin'
11. Child Of Light

About The Record:

The Light of Smiles, by Gary Wright, was released as the follow-up to his commercial breakthrough, The Dream Weaver. The album was produced by Wright and recorded in Los Angeles in 1976. Aside from drums and orchestral strings, the music was created entirely on synthesizers and other keyboard instruments. The lyrics reflect Wright's preoccupation with spirituality, particularly the teachings of Indian yogi Paramahansa Yogananda. The Light of Smiles received a favorable response from some music critics. In the United States, it peaked at No. 23 on Billboard's albums chart, while the single Phantom Writer reached No. 43 on the Hot 100.