Alice Clark's 1972 self-titled album on Mainstream Records (MRL 362) is a highly regarded, rare US soul-jazz gem produced by Bob Shad. Though a commercial failure upon release, it is now considered a classic, known for her rich vocals and sophisticated arrangements by Ernie Wilkins. Tracklist & Highlights: The album includes10 notable tracks often played in Northern Soul and modern soul scenes: 1 It Takes Too Long To Learn To Live Alone 2 Charms of the Arms of Love 3 Don't You Care 4 Looking At Life 5 Hard Hard Promises 6 Never Did I Stop Loving You (widely considered a standout track) 7 Don't Wonder Why 8 I Keep It Hid 9 Maybe This Time 10 Hey Girl Legacy: Originality: The album features sophisticated, "big city" New York soul, often compared to the style of Gil Scott-Heron or Donny Hathaway. Reissues: Due to its rarity, the album has been reissued and featured in compilations, such as the Complete Studio Recordings 1968-72. 1 st pressing: matrixnumber: mRL-362-A, mRL-362-B Vinyl: EX: no signs of use, sounds very clean Sleeve: VG+: on the front of the cover there's an orange sticker from Roulette Records and a white circle, probably left by a glass. The back is in good condition. Two corners of the record are folded, see photos. The item will be packed safely and sent y track and trace. The proceeds from this lot go to Oxfam's projects worldwide.