Vinyl 45 RPM Philadelphia International All Stars vintage retro soul funk

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features the original cover art for the Philadelphia International All Stars collective, an iconic project from the Philadelphia International Records label. The visible side of the cover displays a black and white image showing a young girl sitting on steps, with signs bearing the inscription "LET'S CLEAN UP THE GHETTO" in the background. The artists' names are clearly legible in yellow letters: Lou Rawls, Billy Paul, Archie Bell, Teddy Pendergrass, O'Jays, Dee Dee Sharp Gamble. The mention "VOCAL" is also visible on the cover.

The record is presented in its original sleeve, with a graphic style typical of 1970s American soul and funk, featuring a minimalist layout and a strong contrast between the monochrome image and the yellow titles. The Philadelphia International Records logo and the reference "5451" are visible at the bottom left of the sleeve. The sleeve shows signs of wear, including creases and adhesive tape marks on the edges, indicating prolonged handling and storage.

The cover art highlights a strong social context, linked to the title "Let's Clean Up The Ghetto," which refers to a socially conscious track, characteristic of the soul and funk movement of that era. The vinyl record itself is not visible in the photo; only the sleeve is shown.

The overall presentation is part of an authentic vintage aesthetic, reinforced by the patina and signs of use. This type of cover, with a documentary photo and striking typography, is emblematic of American musical design from the 70s. No other accessories or elements are visible in the photo.

The photograph was taken in front of a vinyl record shelf, suggesting an environment dedicated to music and collecting old records.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The sleeve shows visible signs of wear: creases, scuffs, adhesive tape marks, and small tears on the edges. The inscriptions remain perfectly legible.

Did you know? The Philadelphia International Records label, founded in 1971 by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, is one of the pillars of American soul music. "Let's Clean Up The Ghetto" is a single released in 1977, bringing together several prominent artists from the label to support social initiatives in disadvantaged neighborhoods of major American cities.

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