Rick James - Street Songs Funk Vinyl LP (1981 Gordy G8-1002M1) 1st Press
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Description
Up for sale is an original 1981 US true first pressing of Rick James' monumental masterpiece "Street Songs." This defines the apex of 1980s funk, featuring legendary chart-toppers like "Super Freak," "Give It To Me Baby," and the iconic ballad "Fire and Desire" featuring Teena Marie. A staple album for any serious R&B, funk, or hip-hop sample enthusiast.
Rarity & Value Specifics:
This copy boasts phenomenal deadwax runout markings that verify it as a premium, highly coveted early production copy:
• Mastering House & Engineer: Displays the pristine machine-stamped "MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF." alongside the signature hand-etched initials "CB." This explicitly indicates it was cut by mastering legend Chris Bellman early in his career under the supervision of Brian Gardner, guaranteeing the absolute hardest-hitting bass transients and clearest high-end frequencies.
• Pressing Plant: Features an isolated, hand-etched isolated "Ⅰ" (Roman numeral 1) further down the runout groove, confirming it was manufactured at the renowned RCA Records Pressing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. Indianapolis pressings are highly valued among collectors for their deep grooves and superior heavyweight vinyl composition.
• Matrix Information: "G8-1002M1-B-15A" indicates an optimal early matrix sequence for Side Two.
Vinyl Disc Grade: Very Good Plus (VG+)
The vinyl maintains a stunning mirror-like sheen. The labels are exceptionally clean with vibrant purple and yellow hues and no spindle wear. Only a couple of faint, microscopic hairlines are present under strong light, completely clear of any feelable scratches.
Jacket Cover Grade: Very Good Plus (VG+)
The jacket displays excellent preservation with bold, un-faded colors across the iconic street lamp cover art. Seams and spine are sturdy and completely intact with minimal light shelf dust or corner rubbing.
Inner Sleeve Grade: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Includes a clean standard protective inner sleeve keeping the vintage vinyl safe.
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