Fat Boys Album Appraisal

The Fat Boys Are Back! Vinyl Album

This item is a 12-inch vinyl LP album titled "The Fat Boys Are Back!" by the hip-hop group The Fat Boys. The cover art features a depiction of the three members of The Fat Boys from behind, each wearing casual attire: one in a blue shirt and black pants, another in a red shirt and black pants, and the third in a black shirt and black pants. Each member is wearing white athletic shoes. The title "THE FAT BOYS ARE BACK!" is prominently displayed across the top of the cover in stylized, somewhat graffiti-like lettering; "THE" and "ARE BACK!" are in red, while "FAT BOYS" is in blue with a small 'X' replacing the 'O' in 'BOYS' and other small marks reminiscent of spray paint. There are also handprint graphics in green and red on the upper left and right sides of the cover, respectively. The album appears to be in used condition, showing noticeable wear and tear, particularly on the edges and corners, suggesting some scuffing, creasing, and potential light discoloration or dirt accumulation. The overall color scheme is vibrant against a white background, characteristic of 1980s hip-hop album aesthetics. The signatures or handwritten names 'Red', 'Human Beat Box', and 'Prince Markie Dee' are visible at the bottom of the cover, corresponding to the respective members. The album's style firmly places it within the golden age of hip-hop, likely dating to the mid-to-late 1980s. The physical construction is typical of a standard vinyl record sleeve, made from cardboard. The craftsmanship indicates a commercially produced album of its era. Unique aspects include the playful and iconic photographic back-pose of the group members, a common trope in album art for its distinctive yet anonymous presentation.