Autographed Folk-Rock Album: Hand-Signed by John Prine
This entry showcases a primary-source piece of American folk and country songwriting history: an original 1973 vinyl LP pressing of Sweet Revenge, hand-signed on the front cover by four-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Songwriters Hall of Famer John Prine. Released in October 1973 by Atlantic Records, this acclaimed studio album served as Prine's third release and cemented his reputation as one of the most brilliant lyrical observers in popular music.
Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2019 and recipient of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020, John Prine remains one of the most revered figures in American roots music. Known for his unique mix of melancholic humor, social critique, and empathetic character portraits, Prine's songs have been covered by legends such as Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, Bette Midler, and John Denver.
Recorded at Quadrafonic Sound Studios in Nashville and Atlantic Recording Studios in New York, Sweet Revenge features enduring fan favorites including the title track "Sweet Revenge", "Dear Abby", "Christmas in Prison", "Please Don't Bury Me", and "Mexican Home".
The front cover displays Wandi E. Lombardi's iconic photograph of Prine reclining in a convertible wearing denim and sunglasses. Positioned cleanly across the blue border above his portrait, John Prine has rendered a bold, sweeping signature in silver metallic marker ("John Prine"). Complete with its original Atlantic Records vinyl LP disc, the album comes authenticated with an official Basic Certification Card from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: FF52692). Preserved in fine condition with clean jacket surfaces, tight seams, and brilliant signature contrast against the blue background, this autographed album stands as an essential centerpiece for folk music collectors, vinyl archivists, and John Prine admirers.
Album & Presentation Specifications
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ORIGINAL 1973 ATLANTIC VINYL PRESSING: Released in 1973 by Atlantic Records (SD 7274); complete with original printed album jacket and vinyl LP record disc.
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CLASSIC CONVERTIBLE COVER ART: Features the iconic front portrait photo and back-cover convertible perspective by Wandi E. Lombardi.
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EXCELLENT DISPLAY CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean cover surfaces, tight seams, and sharp corners throughout.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY JOHN PRINE: Authentically autographed in silver metallic marker across the front cover by folk legend John Prine ("John Prine").
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JSA CERTIFIED: Fully verified and authenticated by James Spence Authentication LLC (JSA) (Certification Number: FF52692).
