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ETTA JAMES Seven Year Itch 1988 Island 91018-1 1st Funk Soul Blues Vinyl LP

Sold Date: January 23, 2025
Start Date: April 4, 2024
Final Price: $19.99 (USD)
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ETTA JAMES Seven Year Itch 1988 Island 91018-1 1st Funk Soul Blues Vinyl LP WebVinyl Presents!
Etta James
“Seven Year Itch” Original 1988 U.S. First Pressing 33-1/3 RPM 12” Vinyl Soul / Funk / Blues / Rap Record Album! No Reserve!

DESCRIPTION


Etta James - “Seven Year Itch” Island Records 91018-1 (Stereo) from 1988. Hard to Find Original First U.S. Pressing Funk / Soul / Blues / Pop / R&B / Rock Album from Etta James. Backed by great musicians including Steve Cropper, Ricky Fataar, Art Neville, Willie Weeks, Bob Wray, Hutch Hutchinson, Reggie Young, Roger Hawkins, Barry Beckett, Mabon “Teenie” Hodges, Jim Horn, Johnny Lee Schell, Carl Marsh and more. Produced by Rob Fraboni, Ricky Fataar and Barry Beckett. In the Original Cover. This is a First Specialty Records Corp Pressing as indicated by the Matrix / Runout Vinyl markings which read:
Matrix / Runout (Both Sides, Stamped): [SRC logo] - R and C inside the loops of a large S
Matrix / Runout (Runout, Side A, Etched): ST-IL-887127 1-A denny/georgetown 1-1 Matrix / Runout (Runout, Side B, Etched): ST-IL-887128 1-C denny/georgetown 1-1

CONDITION


The Sleeve is in nice shape. There is some slight shelf wear, edge creasing and corner softening/wear. There is a promo sawcut in the lower right corner and a crease in the lower left. Super solid with no writing, stains, splits, tears, etc. and would rate at least VG+. The Vinyl itself is in clean glossy condition looking very lightly played. If you look closely you can spot a couple light scuffs but still close to New condition. EX visually and plays pretty much perfectly Near Mint. The labels are Near Mint.


SONG LIST


A1  I Got The Will  2:44 A2  Jump Into My Fire  3:54 A3  Shakey Ground  3:06 A4  Come To Mama  4:09 A5  Damn Your Eyes  3:57 B1  Breakin' Up Somebody's Home  4:15 B2  The Jealous Kind  3:58 B3  How Strong Is A Woman  3:17 B4  It Ain't Always What You Do (It's Who You Let See You Do It)  3:19 B5  One Night  4:03

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS


Records are graded to the best of my ability to Goldmine Visual standards. If I provide Play Grades it is done as a courtesy but I only guarantee the Visual Grade. If you are not familiar with this grading system (or even if you think you are!), please check it out before bidding. I have summarized the important (i.e. I think everyone knows what Mint means) points below in Goldmine's words:
Very Good Plus (VG+): Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK.
Very Good (VG): Surface noise will be evident upon playing,... Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.
I stand by my grades but would like us to be on the same page so no problems arise. I have been selling Vintage Vinyl for over twenty years on the net and I can count the returns I've had on one hand so I believe my grading is fair and accurate. One important note, I try to grade to these Goldmine guides as best as I can understand and apply them. This gives us both a written standard to go by rather than having to guess. But.... it also means that I don't issue refunds over differences of opinion in grading i.e. "That's not MY idea of a VG record!" - I don't know what your standards are and, as such, can't grade to them. I guarantee that items I sell will meet my description, nothing more or less! If you are not satisfied that a purchase meets my description, I will do what I can to make it right if you give me the chance and work with me! Please feel free to check my feedback.
Buyer to pay through PayPal (or other methods by pre-arrangement). Domestic U.S. Buyer pays calculated shipping costs for 2 Pounds. Each additional record is only $1.00 for domestic bidders. Payment must be recieved within one week of close of auction or item may be relisted at my discretion. Overseas orders pay actual cost of Air shipping and must pay by PayPal (or other methods by pre-arrangement) in a timely manner.

COMPLETE SHIPPING INFO


Buyer to prepay by PayPal (or other methods by pre-arrangement). Domestic U.S. Buyer pays calculated shipping costs for 2 Pounds. Each additional record is only $1.00 for domestic bidders. PLEASE NOTE: My auctions with a "Buy It Now" require an Immediate Payment. If you purchase multiple B.I.N. items, I will calculate combined shipping and refund the difference to you! Or contact me ahead of time and I will remove the Immediate Payment requirement for you! Payment must be received within one week of close of auction or item may be relisted at my discretion. Overseas orders pay actual cost of shipping and must pay by PayPal (or other methods by pre-arrangement) in a timely manner. You are responsible for any fees - Customs, taxes, V.A.T., etc. - that you may inccur. Likewise lost or stolen items. I am happy to ship by any method that you prefer and to Register, Insure or otherwise protect your shipment but these all cost $$$ and are, therefore, optional. All items selling for over $50 must be insured. You may easily check the cost BEFORE bidding of any services. My shipping Zip code is 98353. Or, ask me and I will be happy to check for you. I am happy to combine postage on multiple purchases for International orders and only charge actual postage - please ask for an invoice, I will have to calculate costs.


Please read and understand: EBay / PayPal now requires door to door tracking and Insurance on all shipments! I strongly encourage customers to choose this option for both of our protection. I understand that this is painfully expensive particularly for overseas bidders. I am going out on a limb by allowing my overseas customers to choose shipping via regular 1st Class mail. If you choose to have your item shipped without Tracking or Insurance, you specifically agree to relinquish any and all rights to claims or refunds for loss or damage via eBay, PayPal or Credit Card companies and to abide exclusively by the terms as set forth in this auction. My apologies for the necessity of the legalese... once bitten…


MISCELLANEOUS INFO


All items sold As Is. Guaranteed to be as described, no further warranty of any kind. Returns in the case of misdescription only. Shipping (including Seller’s Out-of-pocket cost for “Free Shipping”) is not refundable. Non-defective returns subject to 20% restocking fee. SEALED Records are non-returnable.


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