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Record Grade
M
Cover Grade
M
Release Year
1967
Record Label
Warner Bros.

The Tokens

It's A Happening World

SKU: 146908647827
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$22.99

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The Tokens

The Tokens

The Tokens, a doo-wop and vocal pop group, originated in Brooklyn, New York City, in 1955 under the leadership of Hank Medress. Initially, the band featured Neil Sedaka; however, it was not until Medress reformed the lineup in 1960, including brothers Phil and Mitch Margo along with lead vocalist Jay Siegel, that they achieved significant success. By 1967, The Tokens had released nine charting records, highlighted by their number one hit, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." In addition to their commercial success, they were also involved in writing, producing, and performing hundreds of recordings. Their versatility peaked when they signed with Warner Bros, leading to the release of two albums: "It's A Happening World" and "Intercourse." However, after failing to achieve chart success in 1968, Warner Bros rejected the second album, prompting The Tokens to release it independently.

Description

The Tokens - It's A Happening World - WB 1685 197 PSYCH POP - NOS SEALED

  • Grading description below, done with The Vinyl Archivist photo examples in mind -
  • Records are packaged with a poly outer sleeve, the LP is placed in a fresh white inner sleeve directly after cleaning, (we include the accompanying sleeve, we send you both), separate from the cover to protect the seams during shipment, and of course, shipped within thick cardboard insert pads in a thick cardboard record mailer.
  • We offer discounted shipping on multiple records: calculated shipping for the first one and $2 for each additional one. International Buyers, please read International Buyers paragraph below.


SRO Records Record Grading Guide:

SEALED/Mint:

Vinyl: Assumed mint, unverified until opened.

Sleeve: Visible through shrink wrap, graded as above.

NM (Near Mint):

Vinyl: Nearly flawless, with possible minor scuffs or hairlines only visible under strong light.
Sleeve: Appears new, as if freshly printed.

 

EX (Excellent):

Vinyl: Bright, with minor surface wear and hairlines, not affecting play.

Sleeve: May have faint creases or abrasions, but artwork is clean.

 

VG+ (Very Good Plus):

Vinyl: Obvious wear, scuffs and hairlines, plays with some noise but no major sound issues.

Sleeve: Worn with creases, noticeable wear, acid deterioration, corner dings, chipping, and possible seam wear.

 
Here's the typical SRO Records line in the sand. Anything below VG+, unless it's rare, unusual or just awesome, we're NOT going to sell online, much less go through the hassle of an ultrasonic cleaning, we're going to put it in one of many $10 Record boxes that we sell at Record Conventions and events. Some will wind up in the $1 Box, just to get it back out into the world for someone to enjoy or make a planter out of.

 

VG (Very Good):

Vinyl: Dull appearance with many hairlines and scuffs, somehow plays with persistent noise but no skips. 

Sleeve: Worn with possible seam splits and moderate ring wear.

G+ (Good Plus):

Vinyl: Numerous marks and scratches, plays with significant noise but music usually overpowers flaws.

Sleeve: Rough appearance with possible seam splits and water damage.


G (Good):

Vinyl: Copious unforgettable marks, probably a skip or jump.

Sleeve: Heavy ring wear and damage, likely large seam splits or water damage.


F (Fair):

Vinyl: It's round with nearly infinite damage, skipper gonna skip

Sleeve: It's basically what's left of the sleeve for the album

International Buyers: We charge $7 for the first record and $2 a record thereafter for Domestic Shipping in the continental United States. This only includes shipping to the International hub here in the United States. Please carefully review the total shipping and VAT charges for your order before committing to a purchase, which will be different from what we are able to view or control on the US eBay site.


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