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OG Art Blakey "Orgy In Rhythm (Volume One)" Mono Vinyl LP on Blue Note (1957)
Up for grabs is an original vinyl copy of Art Blakey's Orgy In Rhythm (Volume One) in mono. If I have done my homework correctly, this is a first pressing from 1957. The record visually grades as a VG with scuffing and hairline scratches prevalent on both sides, but no feelable scratches. Actually, considering the way the record looks, it plays remarkably well. I sampled snippets on both sides of the record and didn't note any significant issues, just some surface noise. Keep in mind, I only sampled snippets, I did not play the record through it's entirety. But from what I did hear, it actually sounded pretty good, so I will also play grade this copy as VG. The cover is Fair at best. The spine has separated and has been taped. The upper spine also has a 6-inch separation. The back cover has some staining present. Overall, it might not look pretty, but it is actually a decent player. Could be a filler copy until something better turns up.
