Charley Pride – Back To The Country (LP, Album, Stereo, 1986, RCA AHL1-5851)

Why This Record Matters
Back To The Country finds Charley Pride returning to a traditional country sound after years of mainstream success. The album includes the title track and a rendition of “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain,” showcasing Pride's smooth vocal style and enduring appeal. Original RCA pressings remain popular with collectors of classic country music.

Collector Note
1986 US RCA pressing featuring original shrink wrap still on the jacket. Produced by Blake Mevis, Charley Pride, and Jerry Bradley during Pride's later RCA recording period. Clean copies in original shrink are increasingly difficult to find.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light surface wear and strong playback
Sleeve: VG+ still in original shrink wrap with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: RCA – AHL1-5851
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Folk, World, & Country
Style: Country

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AHL-15851-A-1 A1 F
Side B: AHL1-5851-B-1 A1 A

Tracklist
Side A
A1 I Coulda Had Love 2:25
A2 How Many Angels 2:54
A3 If You Were Mine 3:08
A4 Are You Sincere 2:47

Side B
B1 I Keep Forgettin' (I Forgot About You) 3:16
B2 Back To The Country 2:25
B3 A Heart Like Mine (And A Memory Like Yours) 2:50
B4 Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain 2:47

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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