Fleetwood Mac Mr. Wonderful UK Original Mono LP Edition

The next album released by an artist is often described as an extension of the previous one, and the same can be said for Fleetwood Mac’s 60s masterpiece second album “Mr. Wonder.” Like the previous album, it is filled with orthodox blues and blues rock. However, a brass section and piano have been added, making it more soulful. Peter Green’s songwriting has also improved by working with manager Clifford Adams. The reason this second album is as good as the masterpiece first album is simply because they succeeded in capturing the band’s energy at the time in the album. And above all, it is because they are full of respect for blues pioneers such as B.B. King. In other words, “Mr. Wonder” is the second album that captures the band’s energy that could not be contained in the first album. Compared to the first album, which had a very raw and direct sound, the recording has been ingeniously done, but the momentum of the band’s performance is no different from the previous album. The piano of Christine McVie (whose last name was Perfect at the time), who participated in Fleetwood Mac’s recording for the first time on this album and became an indispensable member thereafter, is merely a supporting presence at this point. This is because the momentum of the band itself was so tremendous even on this album. Of course, an expanded stereo mix version of the second album has also been officially released. This has remained a regular presence to this day. However, on the other hand, the mono mix LP has been a long-time weakness. August 1968, when this album was released, was also a time when mono demand was common, and mono mixes were made as a matter of course. However, like the debut album, the mono version of “MR. WONDERFUL” has never been re-released on CD or subscription services to date. It is likely that it will never be released in the future. Therefore, this time, a CD version of the UK original mono LP has been released at the same time as the first album. Not to be outdone by the first album, this album is a lively studio album made up of only one take. In fact, the brass band and Christine were brought into the studio and recorded in one go. Since the appearance of Pro Tools, it has become commonplace to assemble sounds in the studio, so it may be hard to imagine, but this album is a compilation of the passionate results of live recordings in the studio with not only the band but also the support. That’s why the listening experience of hearing the momentum and rawness of the “extension” sound of the first album in mono is exceptional. On the contrary, they simply sang and recorded their favorite blues even more than the previous album. The piano and horns are merely accompaniments, and the band’s presence is strong on this album as well. Therefore, this album also continues with a performance that is pushing forward from “Stop Messin’ Round”, but when the horns are added, when you listen to slow blues like “Love That Burns” in mono, it feels convincing when played at a high volume from the speakers. Of course, when this album is made into a CD, the scratch noise is thoroughly removed, and even when the volume is turned up, no noise can be heard at all! What’s even more noteworthy is that the guitars of Peter Green and Jeremy Spencer sound more raw and raw than in stereo, which is the true essence of mono. This texture is also something that we would like you to play at a loud volume from your speakers. The first album has a straightforward passion, and the second album is full of confidence. Both albums have the full power of mono that you can’t get in stereo, and yet they are the world’s first CD release with the clearest sound! Of course, the original UK mono version is now at a premium price and difficult to obtain. It’s hard to believe that this was created by a young man in his early 20s, and this masterpiece, which represents British rock in the 60s along with the debut album, can be enjoyed in a mono mix that you can’t hear anywhere else! Fleetwood Mac’s second album, a masterpiece of British rock in the 60s like the debut album, has been meticulously transferred from the original UK mono version! This work has also been officially reissued only in stereo mix, so you can only hear it here! The sticky, authentic British blues rock of this era can only be heard in mono! The impact of the cover is famous, but the album has evolved with the addition of brass and keyboards, adding soulful elements, and the content is also superb! Please enjoy the rare mono mix! Taken from UK Original Mono LP (Blue Horizon 7-63205) released in 1968 (41:37) 01. Stop Messin’ Round 02. I’ve Lost My Baby 03. Rollin’ Man 04. Dust My Broom 05. Love That Burns 06. Doctor Brown 07. Need Your Love Tonight 08. If You Be My Baby 09. Evenin’ Boogie 10. Lazy Poker Blues 11. Coming Home 12. Trying So Hard to Forget