Description
Tracklist
A1 Shenrei
A2 Iara
A3 Hebi Shojo
A4 Cho no Haka
A5 Orochi
B1 Yami no Album
B2 Otogibashi no Yokohama
B3 Again
B4 Hyoru Kyoshitsu
B5 Mori no Uta
A1 洗礼
A2 イアラ
A3 へび少女
A4 蝶の墓
A5 おろち
B1 闇のアルバム
B2 おとぎ話のヨコハマ
B3 アゲイン
B4 漂流教室
B5 森の唄
GRADING
Media : VG+
*The record was cleaned with an ultrasonic cleaner and playback confirmed.
Sleeve : VG+
Brand : Sony Music Labels inc
Package Size : 12.5 x 12.5 inch
This Kazuo Umezu Yami no Album LP vinyl record is an authentic Japanese vinyl record album featuring original music written and performed by the legendary horror manga artist Kazuo Umezu. Perfect for collectors of Japanese vinyl records and horror manga soundtracks, this rare Kazuo Umezu collectible LP vinyl record album showcases the unique atmospheric world of his classic works.
Kazuo Umezu is one of the most influential horror manga creators in Japanese history, renowned worldwide for groundbreaking classic series such as The Drifting Classroom (Hyouryuu Kyoushitsu), Orochi, Senrei, and Makoto-chan. Beyond his iconic manga artwork, Kazuo Umezu created Yami no Album as a complete musical self-expression project where he composed and sang tracks inspired by his legendary horror manga stories. Featuring unsettling melodies and theatrical vocal performances, this album offers a fascinating deep dive into the creative mind of Japan's master of horror.
* Product Type: LP Vinyl Record Album
* Series: Kazuo Umezu / Yami no Album (Kazuo Umezu Sakuhinshuu)
* Catalog Number: Sony Music Labels / Great Tracks MHJL-258
* Format: 33 1/3 RPM Stereo Vinyl Record
* Includes: Sleeve jacket, OBI strip, insert liner notes sheet, and original vertical poster
* Tracks: Features 10 total tracks (Side A: 5 tracks, Side B: 5 tracks) composed and performed by Kazuo Umezu
* Made in Japan (as indicated on back cover and label: Made in Japan)
* Condition: Pre-owned vinyl record item in overall good collectible condition; please refer to the photos for detailed physical condition of the jacket, OBI, liner notes sheet, poster, and record label.
Vinyl Grading Guide
MINT
The item and container are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the item must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that an item can be sealed and not Mint. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.
NEAR MINT(NM)
The item is nearly perfect. Near Mint (NM) media has more than likely never been played, and if it has, there will be no imperfections during playback. The item should show no obvious signs of wear. The cover or container can have very minor defects., but it should have no folds, seam splits, scratches, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no item is ever truly perfect.
VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)
The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.
VERY GOOD (VG)
The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.
GOOD (G), GOOD PLUS( G+)
An item in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, crackling, or visible wear. A container, cover, or sleeve will have scratches or seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, or other defects will also be present.
POOR (P), FAIR (F)
The item is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The container or cover could be cracked, water-damaged, and heavily marred by wear or writing. If it is a vinyl record, the album cover and inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. Poor (P) or Fair (F) records are generally worth very little.
