The Jacksons Destiny Vinyl LP Epic JE 35552 Near Mint 1st Pressing 1978

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The Jacksons Destiny Vinyl LP - Epic JE 35552 Near Mint First Pressing (1978) Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground), Blame It on the Boogie
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl and Near Mint cover. Vinyl was play-tested on all sides and plays beautifully throughout. Gatefold cover has great color, no splits or writing, and includes original inner sleeve with lyrics.
Destiny is the thirteenth studio album released by the Jacksons. It was released in 1978 by Epic Records. The album marked the first time in the band's career in which they had complete artistic control, producing it themselves after previously working under the supervision of Philadelphia soul architects Gamble and Huff.
Including the international hits "Blame It on the Boogie" and "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)", the album would eventually sell over four million copies worldwide, two million in America during its initial run and another two million worldwide. 
AllMusic stated, "The brothers' third post-Motown album as the Jacksons was their most successful release, both commercially and creatively, since 1974's Dancing Machine. Their first two Epic albums, where they aligned with Gamble, Huff, and other Philly soul stalwarts, had some strong singles but were very uneven and somewhat awkward in stretches, and this time out, they wrote and produced on their own".
Tracklist
A1 Blame It On The Boogie 3:34 A2 Push Me Away 4:16 A3 Things I Do For You 4:05 A4 Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground) 7:59
B1 Destiny 4:50 B2 Bless His Soul 4:55 B3 All Night Dancin' 6:09 B4 That's What You Get (For Being Polite) 4:56
The Jacksons Michael Jackson – lead vocals, vocal arrangements Jackie Jackson – lead vocals (track 6), backing vocals, vocal arrangements Marlon Jackson – backing vocals, vocal arrangements Tito Jackson – guitars, backing vocals, vocal arrangements Randy Jackson – congas (3, 5–8), vocal arrangements, percussion (3), backing vocals
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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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