Whitney Houston – Whitney Houston (Arista, 1985) Vintage LP – Original German Pressing

Whitney Houston 's legendary debut album, released in 1985 on Arista Records , is considered one of the most successful debut albums in pop history. With worldwide hits like "Saving All My Love for You," "How Will I Know," and "Greatest Love of All," this album established Houston's status as an international icon and exceptional singer.

Historical background

With this album, Whitney Houston (1963–2012) catapulted herself from a young soul singer to a global pop sensation. Produced by Clive Davis and featuring contributions from greats like Jermaine Jackson and Kashif, the album fused R&B, soul, and 80s pop into a smooth, emotional sound that set new standards worldwide.
The album achieved multi-platinum status and made Houston the first artist to have three number-one singles from a debut album.

Product details

• Format: LP

• Artist / Band: Whitney Houston

• Title: Whitney Houston

• Label: Arista – 206 978 / 406 978

• Year of publication: 1985

• Origin: Germany

• Genre: Pop, Soul, R&B

• Cover condition: Very good (VG+) – slight signs of wear, back cover with minimal edge wear, vibrant colors.

• Vinyl condition: Very good + (EX) – glossy, only fine hairlines, plays clearly and with low noise.

• Special features: Original German first pressing with classic Arista label design.

Notes

• Includes several Grammy Award-winning songs

• Typical 80s design with iconic cover photo

• A sought-after collector's item and audiophile pop highlight