Rapture, Blondie

1 in stock
Regular price $90.00
Artist - Blondie
Format - 12" Single
Genre - New wave, Electronic, and Hip-hop
Year - 1981
Country - Australia
Grading (record) - Near Mint
Grading (sleeve) - Very Good Plus

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Description

Blondie's "Rapture" (1981) stands as a landmark recording that seamlessly fused new wave sensibilities with hip-hop elements, creating one of the era's most influential crossovers. Debbie Harry's assured vocal delivery glides over a foundation of funky bass lines, shimmering synthesizers, and disco-inflected grooves that capture the raw energy of early '80s New York. The track's innovative production and genre-defying approach made it a commercial breakthrough while maintaining artistic credibility. This clean vinyl pressing with its original glossy sleeve preserves the album's visual and sonic integrity, making it an indispensable addition for serious Blondie collectors, genre historians, and listeners seeking music that redefined mainstream possibilities.

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MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve