Steely Dan - Here At The Western World 1978 PROMO 12" Single VG+
STEELY DAN - HERE AT THE WESTERN WORLD
A hidden gem of slick, cynical perfection, Here at the Western World is the ultimate "lost" track for the discerning Dan devotee. Originally recorded during the legendary The Royal Scam sessions but left on the cutting room floor until 1978, this promo release showcases Walter Becker and Donald Fagen at the height of their studio wizardry. It’s a masterclass in jazz-pop noir—an urbane, bossa-nova-tinged journey into a seedy underworld of "sausage and beer" and "silver keys." With world-class session support from Bernard Purdie and Chuck Rainey, this track bridges the gap between the guitar-driven grit of The Royal Scam and the polished, crystalline perfection of Aja. For those seeking the high-fidelity irony that only Steely Dan can provide, this is the velvet-wrapped mystery you've been looking for.
1978 US promotional release by ABC Records, catalog # SPDJ-47. 12" single in stereo on black vinyl with white labels.
Sleeve is generic white cardboard outer.
Vinyl grades VG+. Plays through crisp and clear with no issues. Surface shows some light superficial marks/hairlines under direct light/magnification.