{"product_id":"vinyle-45-tours-alphaville-sounds-like-a-melody-wea-1984-vintage-synthpop","title":"Vinyl 45 rpm Alphaville Sounds Like a Melody WEA 1984 vintage synthpop","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed visual description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 45 RPM vinyl record features the original cover of the single \"Sounds Like a Melody\" by the band Alphaville. The cover, clearly visible in the photograph, boasts a graphic design typical of the 80s, with a yellow and white speckled background and blue and yellow gradient rectangles on the right side. The band name \"alphaville\" appears in the upper left in a fine typeface, topped with a red line, while the title \"sounds like a melody\" is printed just below in elegant black letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower right of the cover is a photo of the band, standing, dressed in a New Wave style characteristic of the era. The members are photographed full-length, against a yellow background, which reinforces the visual identity of the record. The label mention \"WEA\" as well as the date \"MAI 84\" and the mention \"Produced by ORLANDO\" are clearly legible in the lower left, attesting to an original 1984 edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface of the cover appears to be in good overall condition, with colors still vibrant and few apparent signs of wear. A slight reflection is visible on the upper right part, without altering the readability of the graphic or textual elements. No major snags, tears or significant stains are visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style and layout are emblematic of the early 80s synth-pop\/new wave aesthetic, with pastel color choices and geometric minimalism that immediately evoke the era of the single's release. The band photograph, in black attire and distinctive accessories, completes this retro ambiance typical of the European pop scene of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side of the cover shows good overall condition, with well-preserved colors and clear inscriptions. No major defects are observable on this side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The single \"Sounds Like a Melody\" by Alphaville was released in 1984, a year after the global success of \"Big in Japan\". The German band Alphaville established itself as one of the major figures of the European synth-pop movement, and this title quickly became a classic on radios and dance floors of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in vintage and collectible musical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: 45 RPM vinyl record, Alphaville single, 80s cover, WEA 1984, maxi single, synth-pop, new wave, vintage record, vinyl single, Alphaville Sounds Like a Melody, retro pop record, original vinyl record\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54228169064775,"sku":"645fcbe4-a991-4c82-a86e-a9edad78a2f0","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_cc1baabe-0224-4ea4-a2ac-e9985f98ce7f.jpg?v=1782383846","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/vinyle-45-tours-alphaville-sounds-like-a-melody-wea-1984-vintage-synthpop","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}