Kim Carnes Discography Appraisal

Barking at Airplanes by Kim Carnes (Vinyl Record LP)

This item is a 12-inch vinyl record LP titled 'Barking at Airplanes' by the American singer-songwriter Kim Carnes, originally released in 1985 under the EMI America label. The sleeve features a striking high-contrast, black-and-white portrait of Carnes with her signature blonde hair, overlaid with stylized red cursive typography for her name and the album title. The construction consists of a standard square cardboard outer jacket. Physically, the item appears to be in well-preserved vintage condition, though some minor corner wear and slight creasing along the edges are visible, typical for an album of this age. The printing uses a matte finish common for mid-80s pressings. This ninth studio album represents a transition period in 80s pop-rock and synth-pop, featuring the hit single 'Crazy in the Night (Barking at Airplanes).' The graphic design reflects the post-new wave aesthetics of the era, utilizing dramatic lighting and bold, edgy fonts to market Carnes's unique gravelly vocal persona. Identifying marks include the EMI America logo and the catalog number SO-17159 usually found on the spine or back cover.