45 RPM Vinyl Donna Hightower DECCA vintage blue sleeve retro 70s soul

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features the original cover art for Donna Hightower's single "This World Today Is a Mess," released by the DECCA label. The cover has a plain blue background with a central frame highlighting a black and white portrait of the artist, photographed face-on, with an intense gaze against a neutral background. The name "DONNA HIGHTOWER" appears in black and white capital letters at the top of the cover, while the title "THIS WORLD TODAY IS A MESS" is inscribed at the bottom, accompanied by the DECCA logo centered below it. The reference number "84.115" is visible in the upper right corner.

The graphic design of the cover is typical of early 1970s soul and pop productions, with a minimalist aesthetic and a strong contrast between the photograph and the colored background. The edges of the cover show some visible signs of wear and handling on the front, including slight marks or scuffs characteristic of an old record. The photographed item is displayed upright on a wooden piece of furniture, in front of a bookshelf filled with old books, which emphasizes its vintage and decorative character.

No information is visible regarding the content of the back cover or the condition of the record itself; only the condition of the front cover is observable. No additional accessories or inserts are visible in the image. The typography, color choice, and portrait style are consistent with the visual identity of international soul productions from that era.

The visible side does not show any major stains, tears, or writing, but a more detailed examination would be necessary to confirm the complete absence of defects. The print appears original, without modification or subsequent additions. Overall, this 45 rpm record is both a musical and decorative object, representative of the female soul scene of the early 70s.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Cover with visible signs of wear on the front. Record untested (vinyl condition not verified).

Did you know? Donna Hightower was an American singer recognized for her success in Europe in the 1970s, notably with the track "This World Today Is a Mess," which became an international classic of soul and pop. The DECCA label, mentioned on the cover, is one of the major historical labels in popular music of the 20th century.

AFW Reassurance

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