Description Sun Ra and his Arkestra ~ Jazz by Sun Ra vol.1 ~ Original Transition pressing ~ Booklet Included This is the 1956 pressing of Sun Ra and the Arkestra's debut album Jazz by Sun Ra (later reissued as Sun Song). Record Sleeve: VG++  Front cover gold back slick is in beautiful, glossy condition with no markings. The black card sleeve has splits at top, side and 2/3rds of the lower seam - so almost total separation and a little notch cut at top. Vinyl: VG Both sides have crackle throughout but nothing that overpowers the music once the band kicks in. There are no bad scratches or pops and and record plays through without skips. Labels: Unusually for this record both labels have stayed glued to the record (on many copies they have fallen off). Booklet: EX This is in lovely, crease free condition. Slight yellowing from age and a little clip at the top as per the sleeve. So, overall this is a very nice copy of a wonderful record. Far from Mint but a complete version of this release in very decent shape at 61 years old!! This record will be packed most carefully and robustly. I will ship worldwide with the usual exceptions. Thanks for looking and happy bidding.