Vintage Crusher Joe Victor KV-3031 Japan anime Bloodbath Highway 45 rpm vinyl

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features an illustrated cover from the world of Japanese animation, clearly identified as "Crusher Joe" thanks to the Japanese title (クラッシャージョウ) at the top of the jacket. The cover boasts a dynamic visual depicting four main characters in science fiction attire, typical of 1980s anime style. The illustration, predominantly black, white, and colored, highlights motion effects and a retro-futuristic atmosphere characteristic of the era.

At the top right, the "Victor" logo and the reference "KV-3031" are clearly visible, indicating an original Japanese edition by Victor Entertainment. At the bottom of the cover are the track titles: "NEVER END" and "BLOODBATH HIGHWAY," accompanied by Japanese characters and the band or artist name "ARAGON" (bottom right). The mention "ピクチャー・レーベル付" in yellow indicates the presence of a picture label on the disc, typical of certain collector's editions in Japan.

The cover is stored in a protective plastic sleeve. The colors remain vibrant, the graphics are sharp, and the overall aesthetic is highly representative of vintage Japanese animation products. No major defects are visible on the displayed side, apart from some slight signs of use or rubbing on the protective plastic.

This vinyl is a Japanese 45 rpm single, a standard format for music releases from anime series or films in Japan. This is a sought-after item by fans of anison (Japanese anime songs) and memorabilia related to Sunrise/Fuji productions.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side of the cover has an illustration in good overall condition, with no apparent tears or major stains. The plastic sleeve shows some superficial marks related to storage.

Did you know? Crusher Joe is a Japanese animation franchise created by Haruka Takachiho and produced by Sunrise studio. The animated film released in 1983 is renowned for the quality of its animation and its team, including members who would later participate in the Macross saga and Ghibli films. Singles from the original soundtrack are particularly sought after for their illustrated jackets and their direct link to the history of the anime.

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