Vinyl 45 RPM British Colony Have You Ever Seen Me Dancin'? Carrere Rare Pop

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Description

45 RPM vinyl record by the group British Colony, featuring a color sleeve with the typical 1980s pop aesthetic. The visible side presents four photographic portraits of the band members, framed by graphic motifs inspired by the British flag, on a blue, white, and red background. The band's name "BRITISH COLONY" is inscribed in red capital letters at the top of the sleeve, while the single's title "HAVE YOU EVER SEEN ME DANCIN'?" appears in the center, in red typography on a black background.

The logos "MUSIC + HOTEL" and "CARRERE" are clearly visible at the bottom left and right of the sleeve, indicating the production house and the publishing label respectively. The visual composition is clean, with an alternation of portraits and graphic elements, reinforcing the group's new wave/variety visual identity. The colors are vibrant and well-preserved on the observed side.

The sleeve shows slight signs of surface wear, consistent with a used record, with no apparent chips or tears on the visible area. No stickers, annotations, or major defects are detectable on this side. The condition of the vinyl itself is not visible in the provided photo.

This 45T is sought after for its relative rarity in the French market and its belonging to the British pop scene of the late 80s. The graphic style, typography, and references to the Carrere label confirm an era-appropriate edition, consistent with the period mentioned.

The presentation of the sleeve, with its photographic portraits and stylized flags, is typical of the visual communication of pop/variety groups of this period, aimed at a young and dynamic audience.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible sleeve in good overall condition with minor signs of use on the shown side. As the record is not visible, its condition cannot be specified here.

Did you know? The Carrere label, founded in France in the 1960s, was a major player in the distribution of European and international pop, releasing many iconic artists of the 70s and 80s. Carrere productions are sought after for the quality of their pressing and their distinctive design.

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