Joan Baez Diamonds & Rust 45RPM (2 LP)

Numbered & Strictly Limited to 2,000 Copies!
180g 45rpm Double LP!
Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from a 1/2" Flat Tape Copy of the Original Analog Master Tape!
Pressed at QRP!
Joan Baez is an icon – and one of the greatest voices in American folk music. With her commitment to social justice, the activist with her powerful song lyrics and unmistakable soprano voice has inspired generations - and still does today. From her beginnings at the forefront of the civil rights movement to her role as the musical voice of protest during the Vietnam War, Baez has always combined art and commitment. With awards such as the Recording Academy's Lifetime Achievement Award and induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Joan Baez is an enduring figure in American cultural history. "Diamonds & Rust" is her sixteenth studio album and one of the most pivotal in her career, which spans six decades. Released in 1975, the album features songs written or performed by Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, The Allman Brothers, Jackson Browne, and John Prine. However, "Diamonds & Rust" also contains a number of her own wonderful compositions, including the world-famous title song: a bittersweet reflection on her past relationship with Bob Dylan. The album made it to number 11 on the Billboard 200 and was able to earn gold status with over half a million records sold.
Natural tonalities, superb balances, pristine clarity and richer sonic detail are what separate this exceptional Analogue Productions 45RPM reissue of this Joan Baez classic from previous versions. This is dedication to preserving deserving recordings for future generations to enjoy.
Vinyl enthusiasts will find this definitive 180-gram 45RPM audiophile reissue of Diamonds & Rust to be an essential addition to their record collections — an epic sonic journey through Baez's most personal and refined work. Released in 1975, this album marked a pivotal moment in Baez's career, where her powerful folk roots seamlessly blend with the lush, polished production of the era. Her voice - pure, haunting, and timeless - has never sounded richer, and on this reissue, the analog warmth of her vocals will immerse you in every note like never before.
At the heart of Diamonds & Rust is the title track, one of Baez's most celebrated songs. It's a nostalgic, poetic reflection on her relationship with Bob Dylan, a song that resonates with anyone who's experienced the bittersweet sting of love and loss. On vinyl, every detail - from the intimate strumming of her guitar to the breathy quiver in her voice - comes alive with the clarity and texture that only analog recordings can deliver.
But it's not just the title track that makes this album indispensable. Baez's interpretations of songs such as Jackson Browne's "Fountain of Sorrow" and Stevie Wonder's "Never Dreamed You'd Leave in Summer" reveal her unmatched gift for bringing new depth to songs. Her renditions cut to the core, revealing emotional layers that other artists can only aspire to touch. And on "Winds of the Old Days" and "Dida," Baez gives listeners an intimate window into her ever-evolving artistry.
For those less familiar with Joan Baez, Diamonds & Rust serves as the perfect entry point into her discography. It's a masterclass in storytelling, and an album that shows the full spectrum of her talent - from folk ballads to contemporary covers, all delivered with an emotional intensity that lingers long after the last note fades. Baez's legacy as a voice for social justice and a champion of acoustic beauty is firmly grounded in her ability to make the personal feel universal - and Diamonds & Rust is the purest expression of that gift.
This reissue brings the album back in all its original analog glory. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from a 1/2" flat tape copy of the original analog master tape. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a tip-on old style gatefold jacket with textured stock by Stoughton Printing. If you want to experience the soul of Joan Baez, there's no better place to start - or return to - than Diamonds & Rust.

Features:

• Numbered, Limited Edition - 2,000 Copies
• 100% All-Analog
• 180g Vinyl
• 45rpm
• Double LP
• Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from a 1/2" Flat Tape Copy of the Original Analog Master Tape
• Tip-On Old Style Gatefold Double Pocket Jacket with Textured Stock by Stoughton Printing

Selections:

Side A
1. Diamonds & Rust
2. Fountain of Sorrow
Side B
1. Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer
2. Children And All That Jazz
3. Simple Twist Of Fate
Side C
1. Blue Sky
2. Hello In There
3. Jesse
Side D
1. Winds Of The Old Days
2. Dida
3. I Dream of Jeannie/Danny Boy (Medley)