• The Making Of Five Leaves Left [4LP] |
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Nick Drake

(PRE-ORDER 9/26/25) The Making Of Five Leaves Left (4xVINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

(PRE-ORDER 9/26/25) The Making Of Five Leaves Left (4xVINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

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Description

Product Description:

The Making of Five Leaves Left offers an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind Nick Drake’s iconic 1969 debut. This official 4-LP box set, authorized by the Nick Drake Estate, features over 30 previously unheard outtakes, unaccompanied demos, and studio recordings—curated across three LPs—plus the original Joe Boyd-produced Five Leaves Left album as the fourth disc.

Expertly mastered by John Wood (who engineered the original sessions), the collection also includes a 60-page book printed on premium textured stock, written by Neil Storey in collaboration with Richard Morton-Jack. The book is packed with full recording notes, session charts, and deep insight into Drake’s artistry and process.

Packaging:

  • 4 LPs

  • 60-page bound book

  • Mastered from original tapes

  • Authorized by the Nick Drake Estate

Track Listing

LP 1 – Early Demos & Outtakes
Mayfair
Time Has Told Me
Man In A Shed
Fruit Tree
Saturday Sun
Strange Face (Take 1)
Strange Face (Take 2)
Day Is Done (Take 1)
Day Is Done (Take 2)
Day Is Done (Take 3)
Man In A Shed (Alt Take)
My Love Left With The Rain

LP 2 – Studio Sketches & Instrumentals
Blossom
Instrumental
Made To Love Magic
Mickey’s Tune
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane (Alt)
Day Is Done (Alt)
Time Has Told Me (Alt)
Three Hours (Alt)
Time Has Told Me (Reprise)
Strange Face (Reprise)
Saturday Sun (Alt)
Fruit Tree (Alt)

LP 3 – Additional Sessions & Previously Unheard Versions
Time Of No Reply
'Cello Song
Mayfair (Alt)
River Man
Way To Blue
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane (Studio Take)
Saturday Sun (Reprise)
River Man (Reprise)

LP 4 – Five Leaves Left (Original Album – Remastered)
Time Has Told Me
River Man
Three Hours
Way To Blue
Day Is Done
'Cello Song
The Thoughts Of Mary Jane
Man In A Shed
Fruit Tree
Saturday Sun

  • Media Condition: Mint (M)
  • Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
  • Format: Vinyl
  • Genre: FOLK
  • Format Type: 4xLP
  • Released: 09/26/2025

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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