Amiga Blues Band – Not Fade Away Vintage LP (AMIGA, GDR 1980)

With *Not Fade Away*, the Amiga Blues Band released one of the seminal works of East German blues in 1980. The album exemplifies the distinctive GDR interpretation of classic blues-rock – honest, handcrafted, and brimming with raw energy. Tracks like "Warm by Myself" and "Travellin' on My Mind" showcase the band's impressive musical talent, which, through its authentic blend of American blues sensibility and East German down-to-earthness, has earned them a firm place in music history.

The cover design with red brush lettering and wood look underlines the earthy character of the record – a true collector's item for lovers of GDR blues culture.

Historical background:
The Amiga Blues Band was founded in the late 1970s as a collaboration of experienced musicians from the East German scene. With "Not Fade Away," they made a musical statement at a time when blues was considered an expression of freedom and individuality. The album was released on the cult label AMIGA , which, with its blues and jazz releases, offered an outlet for unconventional artists – outside the mainstream.

Product details

• Format: LP, 33 RPM, Stereo

• Artist: Amiga Blues Band

• Title: Not Fade Away

• Label: AMIGA – 8 55 991

• Origin: GDR

• Year: 1980

• Genre: Blues Rock, East German Blues

• Cover condition: VG (Very Good) – edge wear, slightly wavy corners, back cover with minor signs of use, but overall stable.

• Vinyl condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus) – glossy, few hairlines, plays cleanly.

• Special features: Original AMIGA first pressing, characteristic blue label, authentic GDR blues sound.

Notes

• A cult blues production from the GDR – not a reissue.

• A collector's item for fans of East German music history.

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