a-happening

When in doubt, use all the fonts. 1966.

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An unusual one. Religious record—not sure of the date. Mid- to late-60s, or maybe even early-70s?

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c. late 1960s? A generic/all-purpose sleeve for an educational company producing sheet music paired with a recording of the work without the soloist part (eg. a piano concerto without piano) so a musician can play along with it.


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c. 60s. Thanks to my pal Vil Arias for sending me this pic.

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Wow, these are like phototype specimens. 1963 and 1964, respectively.


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Something else a little different: The production art for the (North American) cover of Jimi’s debut. In Olden Times, the tissue overlay like this was used to indicate where and how color is applied, and also where to place other camera-ready bits of art (like the word “Stereo”, the “Printed in the U.S.A.” line, and the Reprise logo) indicated here with little sketches. The art under the tissue was likely the final version to be shot for the film and printing plates (though full color separations would be swapped in for the image, which was printed in color.) Here’s the final product, for your reference.


Saw this at the Experience Music Project. From 1967. Cover photo & design by Karl Ferris.

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Something a little different. Type has a deco vibe, but near as I can tell, it’s c. 1950s?

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Shot this at a second hand store the other day. Should have picked it up—unusual and pretty cool. Design by Ronald Clyne. c. 1955.



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Can always count on K-Tel to bring it. 1979 and 1980.


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1973. A logo as unique as the name. Shot by Shawn in store.