Little Richard – Cryin’ In The Chapel (Atlantic Records 12” Acetate) Rare 45 RPM
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Description
Offered here is an original Atlantic Records acetate / reference disc featuring Little Richard – “Cryin’ In The Chapel.” This is NOT a commercial pressing and NOT a 45, despite the handwritten note — it is a 12-inch lacquer acetate, likely produced for studio, radio, or internal label use. Details: Artist: Little Richard Title: Cryin’ In The Chapel Label: Atlantic Records Format: 12” acetate / lacquer reference disc Speed: Marked “45 RPM” (common on acetates regardless of size) Location on label: 1841 Broadway, New York 23, N.Y. Era: Early Atlantic Records period Matrix / markings: Handwritten “A244” and label notations (see photos) Condition: Disc shows visible surface wear consistent with an acetate (see photos) Untested due to the fragile nature of lacquer acetates No cracks observed Center hole appears original Sold AS-IS as a collectible artifact Important Notes: Acetates are one-off or low-quantity recordings and are far more fragile than vinyl Playback is not guaranteed Purchased for historical and collectible value, not guaranteed audio fidelity Please review all photos carefully — they are part of the description This is a rare piece of Atlantic Records / Little Richard history and would make an excellent addition to a serious rock, R&B, or label ephemera collection.
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