Etta James: Queen of Soul Vinyl LP, Argo 4040 First Pressing Mono, Leonard Chess

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Etta James Queen of Soul Vinyl LP: Argo 4040  First Pressing VG+ Mono  Produced by Leonard Chess
Condition: VG Vinyl and VG+ Cover. Very nice copy on Argo label, MONO, includes original inner sleeve. Good fidelity. Cover is strong and with good color and no writing or tears. There is a small cutout hole in the upper left corner. 
Queen of Soul is the fifth studio album by Etta James. The album was released on Argo Records in December 1964, featuring the singles James had released during the year. It was arranged by Riley Hampton, Bert Keyes, Cliff Parman, Al Pokonka and Phil Wright. It was James's first studio album in two years since the release of Etta James Top Ten. 
Allmusic rated the album four out of five stars.
Track listing
Side one "Bobby Is His Name" (Etta James, Ed Townsend) "I Wish Someone Would Care" (Irma Thomas) "That Man Belongs Back Here with Me" (Angela Riela, Clint Ballard Jr.) "Somewhere Out There" (Billy Davis, Carl Smith, Wilfred McKinley) "Breaking Point" (Maurice McAlister)
Side two "Flight 101" (Cathy Lynn, Robert Higginbotham) "Loving You More Every Day" (Ronnie Mitchell) "Do Right" (Fred Johnson, Leroy Kirkland, Pearl Woods) "I Worry 'Bout You" (Norman Mapp) "Mello Fellow" (Ed Townsend)
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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