CONTRACTION - LA BOURSE OU LA VIE, Rare QUEBEC Prog

$ 22

$ 22 Sold For

Oct 17, 2009 Sold Date

Oct 10, 2009 Start Date

$ 19 Start price

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Canada Country Of Seller

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Description

Contraction

" La Bourse Ou La Vie "

1974 Deram XDEF-106, original issue/pressing (Canada) Stereo

Following the premature death of Frank Dervieux (one of Quebec's founding fathers of progressive rock ...who released the groundbreaking "Dimension M"), his bandmates re-christened themselves Contraction, and continued in the same direction........recording two progressive gems.

"La Bourse Ou La Vie" , their second (and last) release was such a groundbreaking and influential recording that it's generally credited for helping to kick off the golden era of Quebec prog and influencing groups like Harmonium, Maneige, Sloche and Opus 5.

Truly unique Quebec-flavoured prog, with hints of King Crimson and Yes. Great guitar breaks, jazzy haunting vocals and synths and nice flute-bass-drum interplay. Several highlights, especially the 18 minute epic title-track.

Audio Sample ("Jos Coeur"): Here

Yves Laferriere (bass), Robert Lachapelle (piano, organ, synthesizers), Christiane Robichaud (flute & vocals), Robert Stanley (guitars), Richard Perrotte and Denis Farmer on drums, and with Jimmy Tanaka (un-credited) contributing with some awesome percussion.

Labels...NM Vinyl (a few superficial scuffs/hairlines)...EX-

Gatefold Cover (solid...no cut-outs, light seam/spine wear)...EX

* Includes the custom hand-drawn insert with lyrics

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* Items are both visually & audibly graded (we always try to be conservative with our ratings).

Our records are never rated Mint ....unless Still Sealed with absolutely no exterior imperfections!

Specific wear or defects will always be highlighted in the item Description(s).

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Grading:

Record:

NM to NM-

Record looks almost un-played, shiny, glossy, with no obvious marks, except perhaps a couple of very light superficial paper scuffs/hairlines.

EX to EX-

Excellent record…..Glossy surface, minimal hairlines, perhaps some noticeable superficial scuff marks, possibly some light surface noises.

VG++ to VG+

May have more minor hairline marks and\or surface scuffs that will not affect play (no skips...but possibly some minor crackling on playback).

Record may have several light scratches, noticeable marks, and surface noise may be more apparent. …It will still play through without skipping and is still enjoyable.

VG-

Looks rough, many scratches, some deep enough to be fell with a fingernail, surface noise is evident . …An OK record, but not for everyone. (* will not normally be auctioned, unless a desirable or rare item)

Cover:

NM to NM-

Only very minor shelf wear with perhaps a minor flaw….an overall excellent collectible cover (a cover that was very well stored)

EX to EX-

May have some minor front or back cover wear, minor seam and spine defects (well cared for, but it does show minimal signs of use (light ring, edge or seam wear...perhaps a small split on seam).

VG++ to VG+

Noticeable blemishes that are not severe…corner, spine & seam wear…..noticeable ring wear. May have a small seam or spine split, or sticker residue/damage May have some small taped section(s).

Shows distinct wear from handling & storage, more noticeable marks and/or discoloration ….. may have more seam splits, spine tears or sticker tears, and/or taped section(s)

VG-

coh

Very evident wear/damage, but cover is still intact. ….Ring wear may be quite heavy, may have larger splits, tears or taped seams. (An OK cover, but not for everyone)

Cut-Out Hole

Shipping & Packaging:

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LPs & 12” Singles/EP’s are carefully packaged in cardboard boxes, custom LP mailers ….or (where weight is a factor) in lighter but sturdy Styrofoam packaging.
NOTE: Double albums count as 2 LP’s. ( * Some gatefold albums may exceed the 1 LP 500g postal weight limit and may count as 2 LPs)
1 to 5 vinyl 7” Singles (45’s) are mailed in bubble-padded envelopes via regular letter post (Surface or Air)
Multiple singles (more than 5) are shipped in cardboard box mailers (Please ask Seller for a shipping quote !)
One or 2 CD’s are shipped in bubble-padded envelopes via regular letter post (Surface or Air).. NOTE: Seller is not responsible for “cracked” jewel cases damaged in transport….Please inquire if require sturdier packaging.
* Multiple CD’s can be shipped more economically without the jewel cases (Please ask Seller for a shipping quote !)
1 to 3 Cassettes (K7) are shipped in bubble-padded envelopes (Please request a quote for more than 3 cassettes)
NOTE: Seller is not responsible for lost, damaged or delayed items (Insurance is intended for this)
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