Chess Musical LP 1984 RCA CPL2 5340 Promo ABBA Tim Rice 2LP Gatefold EX
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Description
Released in 1984 on RCA Records, Chess is a monumental 2LP concept album that served as the precursor to the legendary stage musical. This ambitious collaboration brings together the lyrical genius of Tim Rice with the melodic mastery of ABBA members Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus. The record is a masterclass in pop-opera, set against the dramatic backdrop of Cold War-era international chess matches. It features era-defining hits like Murray Heads One Night in Bangkok and the soaring Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickson duet I Know Him So Well. Musically, the album is celebrated for its seamless blend of orchestral grandeur with contemporary synth-pop textures. This specific copy is a desirable promotional pressing, indicated by a standard promo notch cut in the top left corner. The vinyl and sleeve are in Excellent condition and include the original inserts, preserving both the iconic minimalist cover art and the high-fidelity sound of this 1980s masterpiece.
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