The Blackbyrds - Cornbread Earl and Me OST 1975 lp Fantasy Jazz Funk F-9483
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Description
Donald Byrd Cornbread Earl and Me Soundtrack Vinyl LP – Fantasy F-9483 Funk Soul
Item Specifics:
• Artist: Donald Byrd / The Blackbyrds
• Format: Record (LP)
• Speed: 33 RPM
• Record Size: 12"
• Genre: Funk / Soul, Jazz, Soundtracks
• Record Label: Fantasy Records
• Release Year: 1975
• Catalog #: F-9483
The Gibbs Heritage Collection: Historical Deep-Dive
Historical Significance:
This 1975 Fantasy Records release is a masterpiece of the "Blaxploitation" cinema era, featuring music composed by jazz legend Donald Byrd and performed by his elite protégés, The Blackbyrds.
The album is a seminal piece of 1970s Black cinema history. It documents the evolution of jazz into the groove-heavy, soulful fusion that defined the era. The film itself was culturally significant for its gritty, honest portrayal of urban life and marked the motion picture debut of a young Laurence Fishburne. For collectors, this soundtrack is highly prized for its "hot" analog production and its deep influence on hip-hop sampling.
Legacy Spins Grading & Condition
Vinyl Grade: VG+ (Very Good Plus)
• Condition Notes: Visually inspected under high-intensity direct light. The vinyl retains a brilliant original gloss with only the slightest signs of handling. The labels are exceptionally clean, free of writing or spindle marks, and the Fantasy "brown label" remains bold and vibrant.
Jacket Condition: VG (Very Good)
• Condition Notes: The jacket survives in beautiful vintage condition. It shows light, honest shelf wear and minor softening at the corners, consistent with its 50-year history. The spine is sturdy and the iconic artwork remains sharp—an excellent display piece for any serious Funk or Jazz enthusiast.
The Legacy Spins "Safe Spin" Guarantee:
• Professional Care: Every record is hand-cleaned with a microfiber anti-static cloth to remove decades of surface dust before shipping.
• Archival Shipping: Shipped in a rigid, heavy-duty cardboard mailer specifically designed for 12" vinyl to ensure your piece of history arrives in the same condition it left our shop.
• Heritage Collection: This record is a guaranteed original 1975 vintage pressing from the curated Gibbs Heritage Collection.
Price: $34.99
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