Friendship – Friendship LP (1979 US Pressing, Elektra 6E-241) – Classic Jazz Fusion Vinyl featuring Lee Ritenour & Ernie Watts
Up for auction is a original 1979 US vinyl LP pressing of the self-titled album by supergroup Friendship, released on Elektra Records (Catalog No. 6E-241).
Featuring an all-star lineup of jazz and fusion heavyweights—including Lee Ritenour (Guitars), Ernie Watts (Saxophone), Don Grusin (Keyboards), Abraham Laboriel (Bass), Alex Acuña (Drums), and Steve Forman (Percussion)—this album is a masterclass in smooth jazz-funk and West Coast fusion. Notably, the track "Let's Not Talk About It" on Side A is famous among collectors for providing the bassline inspiration behind the iconic Super Mario Bros. underground theme music!
Condition & Features
Vinyl: Original US Specialty Records Pressing (6E-241-A SP / 6E-241-B SP matrices).
Sleeve: Includes original full-colour sleeve with full album credits and track listings.
Tracklist: Includes standout tracks "Bullet Train", "Tighten Up", "Waterwings", and "The Real Thing".
Please refer carefully to the listing photos for exact cosmetic condition of the vinyl disc, labels, and sleeve prior to placing your bid.
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Weekly Auction — 16 August 2026
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