Vinyl plays nicely, except for some light-clicks during the first song (play-graded). Cover looks great; a few creases near edges; light-scuffing and surface impressions (front/back; discoloration spots on back. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is mostly easy-to-read with some wear. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier wear along bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of some use and divots. 1986 pressing with alternate cover art. Side one is a blank label with logo. (Not a cut-out.)
Originally issued on the Austin label in 1983, this rockin' release was reissued with a new cover on Epic in 1986. Standouts include The Fabulous Thunderbirds' spirited instrumental Rockin' Winter Wonderland and vocalist Kim Wilson pouring his harp and soul into Hop Wilson's Merry Christmas, Darling. Two of Austin's finest blues divas, Angela Strehli and Lou Ann Barton, turn in smokey and sultry covers of yule classics, but it is bassist/vocalist Sarah Brown who sizzles with her original My Christmas Is Hung with Tears.