Bill Cosby Talks To Kids About Drugs 12" Vinyl LP Record Album 1971 UNI
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Description
Bill Cosby's "Talks To Kids About Drugs" is a unique and educational spoken word album released in 1971 under the UNI Records label. This 12-inch vinyl record plays at 33 RPM and features Bill Cosby addressing children on the serious topic of drug awareness and prevention. The album is notable for its early anti-drug message, making it a significant collectible for both comedy and educational vinyl enthusiasts.
The album includes tracks such as "Introduction and Downers & Uppers Song," "Questions and Answers," "Dope Pusher Song," and "Bill Talks About Hard Drugs," showcasing Cosby's distinctive storytelling style combined with children's voices from the International Children's School and the Jimmy Joyce Children choir. Produced by Gil Rodin and engineered by Terry Brown, this pressing features the original colorful UNI label spiral design and is a classic example of early '70s spoken word vinyl releases.
The sleeve presents the distinctive cover photo of Bill Cosby surrounded by children on a stoop, with a handwritten note from Cosby on the back emphasizing the educational value of the album. Catalog number 73101 is visible on the sleeve and labels. This pressing was made in the USA and is recommended by the National Coordinating Council on Drug Education, Washington, D.C. A fascinating piece for collectors interested in vintage educational records, 70s comedy, and socially conscious vinyl.
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