Rockingale Recordings / Legacy Recordings. Record Store Day version, release April 22, 2023.
Originally released in 2012, The Legendary Demos Vol. 1 is an astounding collection of 13 original demo recordings by Carole King from 1962 through 1971. Incudes the original demoed recordings of such future standards as "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," "It's Too Late," "You've Got A Friend" and more. Also features early takes of 6 tracks that formed the basis for King's world-wide solo breakthrough Tapestry; one of the best-selling and most beloved albums of all time. The Legendary Demos proves precisely why she is the most successful and revered female singer/songwriter in music history.
Includes liner notes by acclaimed author and Rolling Stone contributing editor, David Browne.