Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover looks great, a few creases near edges; little-to-no scuffing, faint surface impressions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (lyrics/ads). Spine mostly easy-to-read with wear, especially near top-center. Shelf-wear along top-edge; heavier wear along bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)
Watchfire represents a triumph of integrity for this journeyman rock & roller. The whole album is thematized around promoting progressive political and ecological agendas and some of the proceeds will be donated to a wide range of groups working in these areas. The music is mainly in a folk-rock vein, with a stellar cast of supporting musicians, including David Grisman, Jerry Garcia and Mickey Hart, with vocalists Mimi Farina, Holly Near, and Kitty Beethoven helping out his own slightly strained vocals (appealing nonetheless). Andean influences and varied world music styles find their way into this music.