Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Double LP. Gate-fold cover looks good; a few creases near edges; light-scuffing on inner-gate; heavier scuffing (front/back); slight discoloration with darker discoloration spots and surface impressions (front/back/inner-gate); large surface abrasion near bottom-right on back. Inner-sleeves are original (generic white); one seam has come unglued. Spine is easy-to-read (printed off-center) with some wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Openings are crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)
The History of the Real Billie Holiday features 25 great songs including: Lady Sings the Blues, My Man, God Bless the Child, Strange Fruit, and more! Holliday was an American jazz and swing music singer. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and music partner, Lester Young, Holiday made a significant contribution to jazz music and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly influenced by jazz instrumentalists, inspired a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. She was known for her vocal delivery and improvisational skills.