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John Mayall - The Turning Point (LP)

Name: John Mayall - The Turning Point (LP)
Brand: John Mayall
SKU: 34v3S47RZaaG3Sg1Y6Ma9Y
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (11 reviews)

John Mayall

LP
1 piece(s)
1969
10 tracks
1 uur, 3 min
blues

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Product description

John Mayall's "The Turning Point," released on January 1, 1969, under UMC (Universal Music Catalogue), is a captivating journey through the blues, blending elements of blues rock, modern blues, classic blues, and jazz blues. This album, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, showcases Mayall's mastery and versatility as a musician and bandleader.

With a tracklist that includes standout songs like "The Laws Must Change," "I'm Gonna Fight For You J.B.," and "California - Live," Mayall delivers a powerful and dynamic set of tracks. The album opens with the gritty and politically charged "The Laws Must Change," setting the tone for the raw and authentic blues experience that follows. "Saw Mill Gulch Road" and "So Hard To Share" highlight Mayall's ability to craft compelling narratives through his music, while "Thoughts About Roxanne" offers a more introspective and reflective moment.

The live track "California - Live" brings an energetic and electrifying performance, showcasing Mayall's prowess as a live performer. "Room To Move" and "Sleeping By Her Side" are testament to Mayall's ability to blend blues with jazz, creating a unique and captivating sound. The album closes with "Can't Sleep This Night," leaving the listener with a sense of satisfaction and a desire to revisit the album's rich and diverse tracks.

"The Turning Point" is a testament to John Mayall's enduring influence on the blues genre, offering a timeless collection of songs that continue to resonate with fans and newcomers alike. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Mayall's work or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to impress and inspire.

This 2024 Reissue LP is pressed on 180g vinyl.

Tracks

The Laws Must ChangeJohn Mayall
7:22
Saw Mill Gulch RoadJohn Mayall
4:39
I'm Gonna Fight For You J.B.John Mayall
5:27
So Hard To ShareJohn Mayall
7:03
California - LiveJohn Mayall
9:31
Thoughts About RoxanneJohn Mayall
8:20
Room To MoveJohn Mayall
5:02
Sleeping By Her SideJohn Mayall
5:10
Don't Waste My TimeJohn Mayall
4:54
Can't Sleep This NightJohn Mayall
6:21

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Turning Point
Artist: John Mayall
LP release year: 2024
Album release date: 1 januari 1969
Label: Blues En Vinilo
EAN: 00731454942324
Available: Yes

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 3 min
Tracks: 10 tracks
Weight: 180g

EAN

EAN: 00731454942324

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Spain
Genre: Blues
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: Yes

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4.4

Average of 11 reviews

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Top-Notch Mayall Masterpiece
5 out of 5 stars
dozoyabnfo42December 29, 2025United States🇺🇸
The recording on this album is absolutely top-notch. The sound quality is as phenomenal as the musicianship, it's truly extraordinary. In my humble opinion, while all John Mayall albums are fantastic, this one is a must-have. It's an amazing album and the remastering is just gorgeous.
Early Monarch Pressing Impressive
5 out of 5 stars
pwmothukmNovember 9, 2025United States🇺🇸
Difficult to make a bad choice with an early Monarch pressing. The sound quality is quite impressive, particularly when you consider it's a live recording. This marks another new era for Mayall's band. This time around, it's more acoustic and even features a flute in the mix.
Mayall's Folk-Jazz Venture
3 out of 5 stars
BjoulRvoavOctober 27, 2025United States🇺🇸
On the liner notes at the back John Mayall describes this album as "...a new path in blues music." Initially, I was convinced by this statement when I purchased the vinyl back in the 70s. However, now in 2023, I feel that with this release, John ventured beyond blues, blending folk, folk jazz, folk rock, and jazz rock. It's certainly not blues-rock. If you're unsure, just give "Don't Pick A Flower" a listen. It's a pure romantic ballad. Ultimately, you realize that the album's title, "White Blues King," is a misleading marketing ploy aimed at white German club-goers. A more accurate title would have been "John Mayall and Johnny Almond, the Folk-Jazz Kings." That would have given Johnny Almond's jazz-influenced playing the recognition it deserves.
Lebanon or Germany?
4 out of 5 stars
nmuj.sowzixOctober 6, 2025United States🇺🇸
The label on my version says "Made in Lebanon", yet everything else is in German. The catalog number is consistent across the board. Deutsche Gramophon is also noted on the label. Could this possibly be a bootleg copy?
Beat-Up, Amazing Performance Record
4 out of 5 stars
SutrimzVmqeiqJune 25, 2025United States🇺🇸
I've had my copy so much that it's all beat up, but it's an amazing record of a fantastic performance.