Sold Date: November 27, 2024
Start Date: November 13, 2024
Final Price: $19.99 (USD)
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Earth Wind & Fire That's the Way of the World
Vinyl LP - Columbia PC 33280 VG++ First Pressing (1975) with Shining Star, Reasons
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well with good fidelity. Original gatefold cover is strong with good color, no splits or writing, and includes original inner sleeve with lyrics. 
That's the Way of the World is the sixth studio album by American band Earth, Wind & Fire, released on March 15, 1975 by Columbia Records. It was also the soundtrack for a 1975 motion picture of the same name. The album rose to No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and Top Soul Albums charts. That's the Way of the World has also been certified Triple Platinum in the U.S by the RIAA.
Track listing - Original issue
A1Shining Star A2That's The Way Of The World A3Happy Feelin' A4All About Love
B1Yearnin' Learnin' B2Reasons B3Africano B4See The Light
Personnel Bass – Verdine White Conductor – Saini Murira (track 8) Vocals, Congas – Philip Bailey Drums – Fred White, Maurice White, Ralph Johnson Flute, Soprano saxophone, Tenor saxophone – Andrew P. Woolfolk Guitar – Al McKay, Johnny Graham Kalimba – Maurice White Moog synthesizer, Piano, Organ, All Keyboards – Larry Dunn Percussion – Al McKay, Fred White, Maurice White, Philip Bailey, Ralph Johnson, Verdine White Additional Saxophone – Ernie Watts Strings – Saini Murira & Matepe Ensemble (track 8) Trombone – George Bohanon Trumpet – Oscar Brashear Vocals – Maurice White, Philip Bailey, Verdine White _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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