MONA LISA - GRIMACES LP 1975 ORIG FRENCH NM PROG ANGE

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   MONA LISA     

 "G R I M A C E S" C 1975

  Original French Press on ARCANE (CRYPTO) Records :  913050 (87032)              (Made in France)

   Grading is strict. Any flaws in the vinyl, cover or labels will be noted below.

    Near Mint Copy ! Housed in Original Cover.   

   Collectible item.                     Extemely Hard to Find !   

   A VERY NICE COPY INDEED !     

   Essential Progressive Rock Album ...  A MUST FOR ALL FANS OF PROGRESSIVE ROCK!   ...  Timeless Good !!!      

   You have the oppartunity to bid on this scare original French copy of the classic LP from MONA LISA !   

                      ***  Not to be missed in any serious progrock collection!  *** 

THE PHOTO IS OF THE ACTUAL ITEM

C O N D I T I O N:

Label:

 ARCANE (CRYPTO) Records :  913050  (87032)

Vinyl:

NEAR MINT- (NM-) - Both sides are clean & glossy, has retained its original high sheen. When viewed at an angle under a bright light some very minor hairlines are visible on either side caused by record being removed from the inner sleeve - absolutely not audible. Plays NM. It has clearly been very well cared for. Has no any particular flaws to mention. Rare collectible copy. 

Cover:

EXCELLENT (EX) - Original cover. Stiff, sturdy, solid & very presentable with light signs of general wear mostly on bottom seam. Has four pieces of clear tape arcoss upper/bottom seams, placed for unknown reason (?), and dealer's upper right corner cut (see picture). NO damages, seam splits, creases, writings or tears. 

The album is strictly graded and is guaranteed to your satisfaction. Any questions, feel free to ask. 

                                   
LP STORED IN A PROTECTIVE POLY SLEEVE. 

Tracks Listing

Side 1

1. La mauvaise reputation (3:29)
2. Brume (4:59)
3. Conplainte pour un narcisse (4:22)
4. Le jardin des illusions (6:33)

Side 2

5. Accroche-toi et suis-moi (6:09)
6. Au pays des grimaces (6:09)
7. Maneges et chevaux de bois (7:00)

Line-up/Musicians

- Dominique Le Guennec / lead vocals, flutes, sax, percussion
- Jean-Paul Pierson / keyboards, vocals
- Christian Gallas / guitar, vocals
- Jean-Luc Martin / bass, vocals
- Francis Poulet / drums, percussions, vocals

Mona Lisa biography
Founded in 1973, in Orleans, this is a symphonic band in the style of Genesis, but with a distinctively French flair (Because of it's peculiar stage show they are labeled as French Theatric Symphonic in some sources).
Another close comparison is Atoll, with some references to Osanna and Premiata Forneria Marconi.
The first album was recorded with Christian Gallas on electric guitar and violin, Jean-Luc Martin on bass, Jean-Paul Pierson on keyboards, guitar and backing vocals, Francis Poulet on drums, percussion and backnig vocals, Gilles Solves on additional guitars, and , ?Dominique LeGuennec on lead vocals, sax, flute, and percussion. Solves would not remain for the next album, and Gallas would be replaced by Pascal Jordan for the third release. This lineup stayed intact for two albums.
Disillusioned by lack of success, singer Dominique LeGuennec left the band. He was soon followed by Jordan. This led to a major reshuffling of personnel, and assignments. Drummer Francis Poulet pulled a Phil Collins, and became the lead singer for 1979's "Vers Demain." This would be the last of any semblance of the original Mona Lisa.
In 1998 Le Geuennec reformed the band with most of the members of Versailles. A younger band, who were influenced by Mona Lisa and Ainge. This Lineup recorded "De l'ombre à la Lumière," and "Progfest 2000" (with only one change in personnel).
The band is described as being highly orchestral, and very theatrical. Dominique LeGuennec receives constant comparisons to Peter Gabriel. They may not have had the notoriety of their contemporaries, but they are strongly recommended.

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·   All Items will be Shipped in a Padded Sturdy Cardboard Mailer Specifically Designed for LP. 

·   Shipping within the US via Media Mail is $3.50 for the first LP and $1.00 extra per each additional.

·   Shipping to Canada via USPS International is $8.00 for the first LP and $2.00 extra per each additional.

·   International shipping via USPS International is $14.00 for the first LP and $3.00 extra per each additional.  

RECORD WILL BE SHIPPED IN A PADDED MAILER WITH INSERTS, IN A PLASTIC OUTER SLEEVE AND QUALITY ORIGINAL PAPER INNER SLEEVE, WITH RECORD OUTSIDE OF JACKET ( except for SEALED LPs) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

Please, email me with any questions.

RECORD GRADING

I use a very conservative process when grading my eBay items.

MINT

Sealed album...!!!

NEAR MINT

Like new. The vinyl retains its original gloss, and the jacket is clean with no wear nor marks on the label.

          EX              EXCELLENT

May have a few scuffs or very light scratches which do not affect its playability. May have some minor rubs on the label or spindle. May have some writing on the label which will be noted. May have some slight wear on the jacket but no splits! This is the desirable grade for most collectors.

VG+
VERY GOOD+

The vinyl and cover has light general wear including scratches (may be audible), small splits on the jacket, and some label wear (including writing).

VG
VERY GOOD

General wear both on vinyl and jacket, audible scratches, split jacket (including ringwear) and label wear.

POOR/DAMAGED

Non-playable!!! Sold for the jacket only, or sold as a "rare" filler copy.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT WHEN VINYL WAS THE STANDARD, 20 TO 30% OF ALBUMS CAME OUT OF THE SHRINKWRAP AS BAD PRESSINGS WITH SURFACE NOISE. OBVIOUSLY, SUCH BAD PRESSINGS WOULD NOT BE IDENTIFIABLE THROUGH VISUAL EXAMINATION, NO MATTER HOW CAREFUL

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