Joan Orleans – Talk Of The Town (12", 1985 – Retro Disco, Splatter Vinyl)

Joan Orleans' 12" single "Talk Of The Town" was released in 1985 on Blow Up Records and is a particular eye-catcher for collectors due to its splatter vinyl pressing . The single comes from the heyday of the disco and dance boom of the 80s and, in addition to the title track, offers other danceable songs with powerful vocals and a typical 80s sound.

Historical background

Joan Orleans, an American singer with gospel and soul influences, made a name for herself in Europe in the 1980s. Her releases combined soul, disco, and dance music and found a particularly large audience in Germany and the Netherlands. With "Talk Of The Town," she followed up the success of her album Save Your Love For Me . As was often the case, Blow Up Records released special colored pressings, which continue to increase its collector value today.

Product details

• Format: 12'' Vinyl Single

• Title: Talk Of The Town

• Artist: Joan Orleans

• Label: Blow Up Records

• Year of publication: 1985

• Genre: Disco, Dance, Soul

• Vinyl: Splatter vinyl (white/black/grey)

• Vinyl condition: Very good (VG+) – glossy, few surface marks, no deep scratches; plays clearly with only slight background noise in quiet passages.

• Cover condition: Good (G+) – edge wear, visible creases and pressure marks, back cover with significant ring wear; front cover retains vibrant colors, overall stable.

• Special features: Original splatter pressing, super sound single

Notes

• Original 80s pressing

• Signs of wear are present (see photos)

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