THE BLACKBYRDS "Action" LP (1977) Jazz-Funk Soul GATEFOLD Terra Haute 1st VG+/EX
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Description
Jazz-funk, soul, and disco, produced by jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd and often sampled and serves as an excellent case study for how 1970s jazz-funk acts directly built the sonic DNA of modern hip-hop and electronic music.
This record is cataloged in the Discogs database under the Terre Haute 1st pressing variant with the following runout string: T1 F-9535-A-RE-1 TML-S
Based on a visual inspection using the Goldmine Standard grading criteria, this album jacket falls securely in the Very Good Plus (VG+) range.
I listened to this record using headphones and it plays Excellent (EX) Based on a visual of the vinyl surface, this in Very Good Plus (VG+) to Near Mint (NM) condition according to the Goldmine Grading.
Luster: The vinyl retains a strong, high-gloss sheen with no noticeable groove wear or graying.
Scratches & Marks: There are no deep, feelable scratches (scabs) or obvious scuffs visible under this lighting. The surface looks exceptionally clean.
Center Label: The orange Fantasy Records label for The Blackbyrds - Action is pristine, with no spindle trails, bubbling, or writing around the center
Front Cover Art and Gloss: The colors are vibrant and clear with absolutely no fading, moisture staining, or heavy scuffing.
Ring Wear: There is minor visible ring wear developing in the center or along the edges, which is a major positive for a 1977 pressing.
Corners: The top-left, top-right, and bottom-right corners appear relatively sharp with minimal blunting. The bottom-left corner shows a tiny bit of soft wear from storage, but nothing severe.
Writing or Stickers: The surface is completely clean of any user writing, price tags, or residue.
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