Paradise Express Dance 45 rpm vinyl record vintage retro flamingo sleeve

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Visual description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features an iconic illustrated cover in a vintage style, combining colorful graphics with a composition evocative of the disco and dance era. On the visible side, the cover shows several stylized pink flamingos on a dark background, accompanied on the right by a woman in a bright outfit, typical of retro fashion. The title "DANCE" is printed in large white letters, while the band name "PARADISE EXPRESS" appears in a box at the top left, in multicolored capital letters. The bottom right corner features the Fantasy label logo, confirming the original edition.

The typography and overall aesthetic of the cover directly refer to the late 1970s or very early 1980s, a period marked by the rise of dance, disco, and funk music. The dominant colors are pink, black, and white, with some touches of beige and red on the character's outfit and the flamingos. The visual, both bold and graphic, is characteristic of musical productions from that era.

The record is displayed upright, showing only the front of the cover. No major defects are visible on the photographed surface, apart from some minor signs of wear on the edges, typical of an old vinyl record that has been handled. The illustration remains clearly legible, with no apparent discoloration on the shown area.

The 45 rpm format is confirmed by the mention in the keywords and by the visual dimensions of the cover. This type of record is prized for its practicality and its ability to reproduce flagship tracks in authentic analog quality.

The set is aimed at any retro music lover, vintage graphic design enthusiast, or disco-era inspired decorator. The cover, thanks to its distinctive patterns, can also serve as a decorative piece on a shelf or desk.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The cover shows some visible signs of wear on the edges, without major alteration to the front illustration. The record is not visible in the photo and its condition cannot be specified.

Did you know? The Fantasy label, founded in San Francisco in 1949, was a major player in the American music scene, particularly in jazz, funk, and disco genres. Paradise Express is an iconic band from the American dance scene of the late 1970s, known for its striking visuals and catchy rhythms.

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