33 RPM Vinyl Count Basie Kansas City 5 Vintage Jazz Photo Sleeve Milt Jackson
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Description
This 33 RPM vinyl record features Count Basie's album "Kansas City 5", a jazz essential, accompanied by renowned musicians: Milt Jackson, Joe Pass, Louis Bellson, and John Heard, as indicated on the cover. The visible side of the jacket displays a color photographic portrait of Count Basie, captured in a smiling and relaxed pose, wearing a light, open-weave hat and a light shirt. The background of the photo is plain and dark, highlighting the artist's face.
The upper part of the sleeve features an orange ornamental graphic insert, with the title "KANSAS CITY COUNT BASIE 5" in large white letters. Immediately below, a black band lists the musicians' names in white characters: "Milt Jackson, Joe Pass, Louis Bellson, John Heard". This graphic style, typical of 1970s-1980s design, evokes the vintage aesthetic often associated with jazz productions of that era.
The visible cover appears to be made of flexible, glossy cardboard, with slight signs of wear at the corners, particularly on the bottom left corner. No label logo, publication date, or reference is visible on this side. The printing of texts and patterns is sharp. The main photograph occupies the entire width, without an apparent frame, for an immersive effect.
This is indeed a 33 RPM vinyl record, as mentioned in the keywords, a standard format for jazz albums of this period. The item presented is intended for jazz enthusiasts, vintage vinyl collectors, or those looking for an authentic piece to complete their record collection.
The cover, with its expressive portrait and retro graphics, perfectly illustrates the friendly and timeless spirit of jazz brought to life by Count Basie and his musicians.
Condition
Used item sold as is. Moderate signs of wear on the visible corners of the sleeve. The inscriptions and photo remain clearly legible. Vinyl not visible in the photo, condition of the record not specified.
Did you know? Count Basie is one of the most influential bandleaders and pianists in jazz history. The album "Kansas City 5" brings together several jazz legends, including Milt Jackson, a famous vibraphonist, and Joe Pass, a renowned guitarist. This type of collaboration reflects the creative and collective spirit of 1970s jazz.
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