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  • A1: You Are The Sunshine Of My Life (2:45)
  • A2: Maybe Your Baby (6:45)
  • A3: You And I (We Can Conquer The World) (4:39)
  • A4: Tuesday Heartbreak (3:09)
  • A5: You've Got It Bad Girl (4:55)
  • B1: Superstition (4:40)
  • B2: Big Brother (3:35)
  • B3: Blame It On The Sun (3:28)
  • B4: Lookin For Another Pure Love (4:45)
  • B5: I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) (4:48)

This listing features an original pressing of Stevie Wonder's "Talking Book," denoted by the "H" stamp in the runouts. The album is presented in a gatefold cover, which includes the original Braille cover. The record was recorded at various studios, including Air Studios in London and Electric Lady Studios in New York, with mastering by George Marino at The Cutting Room in New York. Notably, the labels indicate a discrepancy regarding the authorship of track A5, listing only Y. Wright, while the gatefold and rear cover credit both Stevie Wonder and Yvonne Wright. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.

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Label/Cat No: Tamla T 319L
Format: LP Album
Record Year of Release: 1972
Artist(s): Stevie Wonder
Release Country: US
Genre: Funk / Soul
Style: Soul, Funk

Description

Stevie Wonder's "Talking Book," released in 1972, is a landmark album that showcases his extraordinary talent in the realms of funk and soul. This original pressing features the iconic hit "Superstition" alongside other classics like "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" and "You've Got It Bad Girl." Presented in a gatefold cover with the original Braille design, this edition is a collector's gem, complete with the "H" stamp in the runouts. Recorded at renowned studios and mastered by George Marino, this album is a testament to Wonder's innovative artistry and enduring influence in music history.

Media Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)

A VG+ record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. These signs of wear include visible scuffs or scratches, or may have slight warp.

Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, discolouration, or cut corner.

All records come with an outer sleeve and are additionally protected by an anti-static inner sleeve. For more information on our grading system, please see our grading system here.

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  • A1: You Are The Sunshine Of My Life (2:45)
  • A2: Maybe Your Baby (6:45)
  • A3: You And I (We Can Conquer The World) (4:39)
  • A4: Tuesday Heartbreak (3:09)
  • A5: You've Got It Bad Girl (4:55)
  • B1: Superstition (4:40)
  • B2: Big Brother (3:35)
  • B3: Blame It On The Sun (3:28)
  • B4: Lookin For Another Pure Love (4:45)
  • B5: I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) (4:48)

This listing features an original pressing of Stevie Wonder's "Talking Book," denoted by the "H" stamp in the runouts. The album is presented in a gatefold cover, which includes the original Braille cover. The record was recorded at various studios, including Air Studios in London and Electric Lady Studios in New York, with mastering by George Marino at The Cutting Room in New York. Notably, the labels indicate a discrepancy regarding the authorship of track A5, listing only Y. Wright, while the gatefold and rear cover credit both Stevie Wonder and Yvonne Wright. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.

* Audio and tracklist in this preview may differ from the vinyl record. See tracklist information for the vinyl record above.