Vinyl 45 RPM Le Grand Orchestre du Splendid Macao RCA vintage FR sleeve

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features the original cover of the single "Macao" by Le Grand Orchestre du Splendid, released under the RCA label. The front cover displays a colorful and typical visual of French variety music, with all the orchestra members posing in white stage attire and red bow ties, accompanied by a singer in a blue dress, against a backdrop evoking an exotic night-time atmosphere, adorned with palm trees and a crescent moon. The main inscriptions are perfectly legible: "Le Grand Orchestre du SPLENDID", "Macao", as well as the RCA and Martinez Lederman Productions logos at the bottom of the jacket. The reference "ZB 8484" appears in the upper right corner.

The cover, with a matte finish, shows some signs of wear and tear from use, notably slight marks and rubbing on the corners and surface, characteristic of the storage and handling of old vinyl records. The color print retains good vibrancy, with a marked contrast between the bright yellow lettering of the word "SPLENDID" and the navy blue background. The white costumes and sartorial style clearly evoke the French music scene of the 70s-80s, a period during which this graphic style was common.

The overall presentation of the cover highlights the festive and orchestral aspect of the group, reinforced by the choreographed staging of all the musicians and singers, all lined up and smiling. No other elements, such as the back or the record itself, are visible in the provided image.

This 45 rpm vinyl is a highly sought-after format for popular French music, especially for fans of variety shows and RCA productions from that era. The cover is eye-catching due to its dynamic composition and the retro typography typical of French musical productions from the late 20th century.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The cover shows visible signs of wear on the front (handling marks, blunt corners, light scratches). See photo for exact condition.

Did you know? Le Grand Orchestre du Splendid is an iconic group of the French scene, founded in the 1970s and known for its festive songs combining jazz, swing, and humor. Their hit "Macao" perfectly illustrates the offbeat spirit and orchestral richness of their productions, which marked French variety music of the late 20th century.

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