Autographed Compilation Album: Hand-Signed by Tommy James
This entry showcases an authentic piece of classic 1960s pop-rock and bubblegum heritage: an original 1973 vinyl LP pressing of The Best of Tommy James and The Shondells (Scepter Records Citation Series), hand-signed on the front cover by singer, songwriter, and bandleader Tommy James. Released in 1973 as part of the Scepter Records Citation Series, this compilation album gathers the defining tracks that cemented Tommy James and The Shondells as radio hitmakers.
Fronting Tommy James and The Shondells, Tommy James became one of the most successful pop-rock artists of the late 1960s. Selling over 100 million records worldwide and scoring 23 gold singles along with nine Billboard top-10 hits, James dominated AM radio with immortal anthems including "Hanky Panky", "Crimson and Clover", "I Think We're Alone Now", "Mony Mony", and "Crystal Blue Persuasion".
This Citation Series compilation highlights fan-favorite tracks such as "Out of the Blue", "Mirage", "It's Only Love", "Do Unto Me", "One, Two, Three & I Fell", and "She".
The album cover displays a gold record award graphic framed within a dark background. Positioned prominently across the bright yellow center record label graphic, Tommy James has rendered a bold, sweeping signature in black marker ("Tommy James"). Complete with its original Scepter Records vinyl LP disc, the album comes authenticated with an official Basic Certification Card from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: FF51021). Preserved in fine condition with clean jacket surfaces, tight seams, and exceptional signature contrast, this autographed compilation LP serves as a premier centerpiece for 1960s pop-rock collectors, vinyl archivists, and Tommy James admirers.
Album & Presentation Specifications
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AUTHENTIC 1973 SCEPTER VINYL PRESSING: Issued in 1973 by Scepter Records (CTN 18025); complete with original printed album jacket and vinyl LP record disc.
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CLASSIC GOLD RECORD COVER ART: Features the iconic Citation Series gold record award cover illustration alongside rear sleeve band photography and tracklist.
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EXCELLENT DISPLAY CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean cover surfaces, intact seams, and sharp corners throughout.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY TOMMY JAMES: Authentically autographed in black marker across the center cover label by pop-rock legend Tommy James ("Tommy James").
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JSA CERTIFIED: Fully verified and authenticated by James Spence Authentication LLC (JSA) (Certification Number: FF51021).
