Vinyl 45 rpm Imagination Just an Illusion vintage pop retro UK

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Description

Old 45 rpm vinyl record by the group Imagination, illustrated with its iconic cover for the song "Just an Illusion". The cover features a color photograph with three band members in stage costumes, posing against a white background adorned with a grand piano, all in a hazy atmosphere suggested by smoke. The graphic design highlights the title "JUST AN ILLUSION" in orange capital letters at the top, accompanied by a red triangle bearing the inscription "N°1 EN ANGLETERRE" (No. 1 in England). The band's name "IMAGINATION" is prominently displayed at the bottom of the cover, with an imposing gray typography outlined in orange, very representative of the pop and dance style of the early 80s.

The visible side shows pronounced crease marks and some crumpling on the edges, especially on the upper left and lower left corners, signs of regular handling and prolonged storage. The colors remain vibrant; the central photograph maintains good contrast, with a misty effect accentuating the retro and sophisticated aesthetic of the cover. No label logo is visible on this side, but the graphic elements suggest a French edition for the European market, with the mention "N°1 EN ANGLETERRE".

The image reveals a staging characteristic of 80s pop-funk groups, with shiny costumes and theatrical poses. The overall visual, combined with the typography, clearly evokes the musical and artistic aesthetic of the post-disco period, where Imagination distinguished itself with international hits.

The cover is photographed on a wooden desk background, near old books and a pair of dark glasses, which highlights its vintage and decorative character. No major defects other than the creases are observable on the visible side; the surface of the vinyl is not visible and therefore cannot be described here.

This Imagination 45 rpm vinyl record "Just an Illusion" is an emblematic object of 1980s British pop, appreciated for its distinctive graphic and sonic aesthetic. It will easily find its place in a collection of retro records, or as wall decoration for an authentic musical atmosphere.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Cover with crease marks, wear marks, and visible crumpling on the front. The record is not visible in the photo; vinyl condition not guaranteed.

Did you know? The track "Just an Illusion", released in 1982, is one of Imagination's greatest successes and topped the British and European charts. This song is recognized for its innovative synthetic sounds and its influence on the international dance and pop scene of the 80s.

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