Multi-Signed Inscribed Vinyl LP Album: Hand-Signed by Alabama Members (40 Hour Week)
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of 1980s country-pop history, southern rock crossover lore, and classic vinyl record memorabilia: an official RCA Victor stereo vinyl LP pressing of 40 Hour Week, multi-signed and inscribed on the front cover by all four core members of Alabama—lead vocalist Randy Owen, guitarist/fiddler Jeff Cook, bassist Teddy Gentry, and drummer Mark Herndon.
Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2005, Alabama revolutionized country music by bringing the group format, arena production, and rock energy to the genre. Dominated by their flawless vocal harmonies and blue-collar themes, the band achieved an unprecedented streak of over 20 consecutive #1 Billboard country singles throughout the 1980s. Released in January 1985 on RCA Victor, their landmark ninth studio album 40 Hour Week reached #1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and earned a Grammy Award nomination, powered by iconic crossover anthems including the title track "40 Hour Week (For a Livin')," "Can't Keep a Good Man Down," and "There's No Way."
The 12" LP release (AHL1-5339) features full-color cover photography showing the band posed on steel beams inside an industrial construction setting, anchored by the official band emblem and 40 Hour Week logo badge.
Across their respective portraits on the front jacket artwork, all four band members have rendered signatures in black felt-tip marker, including a personal inscription along the bottom I-beam print:
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Randy Owen ("Randy Owen", center across his camo shirt)
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Jeff Cook ("Jeff Cook", top left across his navy shirt)
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Teddy Gentry ("Teddy Gentry", right across his fringe jacket)
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Mark Herndon ("Mark", lower left across his green jumpsuit)
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Inscribed: "To: Stanley" (rendered along the bottom beam in black marker)
Accompanied by an official Basic Certification card from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (#CF61335), with a matching serialized tamper-evident database label affixed directly to the lower corner of the reverse outer jacket.
Preserved in fine vintage condition with vibrant cover colors, light edge rubbing typical of age, clean reverse sleeve panels, an included original 12" vinyl disc, and four crisp signatures, this multi-signed album serves as an essential centerpiece for Alabama archivists, country music collectors, and 1980s vinyl record historians.
Album & Vinyl Specifications
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RCA VICTOR STEREO PRESSING: Original 1985 12" 33 1/3 RPM studio vinyl LP album (AHL1-5339) issued by RCA Victor.
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INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION COVER ARTWORK: Features original full-color band photography produced for their 1985 release.
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EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with strong cover graphics, tight seams, and an included vinyl disc.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY ALABAMA: Authentically autographed in black marker across the front cover by Randy Owen, Jeff Cook, Teddy Gentry, and Mark Herndon (inscribed "To: Stanley").
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JSA CERTIFIED AUTHENTICITY: Fully verified with an official James Spence Authentication (JSA) Basic Certification card and serialized label (#CF61335).
