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Albert Au's "Music Connection": A Vinyl Collection of 80s Hong Kong Urban FolkAlbert Au,famously known as the "Prince of Folk" in Hong Kong,created a unique and refreshing style...
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Albert Au's "Music Connection": A Vinyl Collection of 80s Hong Kong Urban Folk
Albert Au,famously known as the "Prince of Folk" in Hong Kong,created a unique and refreshing style with his acoustic guitar music that stood out in the Cantopop scene of the 1980s. His album "Music Connection" is a significant work in his musical career and is considered a vocal testing masterpiece by many audiophiles and vintage vinyl collectors. This album perfectly captures the warm human voice and the crisp resonance of the acoustic guitar,providing a full sense of presence and spaciousness when played on high-end Hi-Fi audio systems. For those seeking 80s Hong Kong pop music on vinyl,this is a rare and timeless classic.
Core Album Information and Collector's Value
| Item | Collection Highlights & Detailed Description |
| Music Style | Cantopop,Urban Folk,Acoustic |
| Sound Quality Characteristics | A classic example of the analog recording era,with rich and natural vocals and abundant detail in the guitar strings,ideal for audiophile system testing. |
| First Pressing Identification | First press vinyl records usually offer the best dynamic range and soundstage performance,with minimal master tape degradation,making them highly sought after for high-value resale in the secondary market. |
| Cultural Significance | Documents the soundtrack culture of Hong Kong's golden age of television,carrying the collective memories of a generation and reflecting the Hong Kong folk music movement. |
Analysis of Core Tracks and Market Demand
This album includes several popular classic hits,and the widespread appeal of some of these songs is a significant factor driving the value of this second-hand vinyl record:
| Track Title | Appreciation Focus & Historical Context | Reason for Collector's Affection |
| The Day We Meet Again | Theme song for the TVB drama "Love Encore," composed by Hong Kong music godfather Joseph Koo and written by Cheng Kwok-kong. | Highly influenced by the TV drama,with a deeply resonant melody. It's a vintage Cantopop classic specifically sought after by many buyers,highly representative of its era. |
| Music Connection | The album's title track,composed by Alex Fung and written by Jimmy Lo,showcases Albert Au's signature folk style. | Uplifting rhythm with distinct acoustic guitar accompaniment,often used by experienced collectors as a go-to track for vinyl record sound testing. |
| Fresh Feeling | Albert Au's personal involvement in the composition demonstrates his remarkable songwriting talent. | Showcases the singer's early creative spirit,beloved by pure folk and acoustic music enthusiasts. |
Why is this vinyl record worth a high resale price. (Includes Used Record Valuation Guide)
For sellers looking to part with their cherished collections,understanding the standards for used vinyl record valuation is crucial. With years of experience in vintage record appraisal,there has always been a steady demand for classic folk vinyl like this in the market. Here are the four key factors that influence the resale price of 80s vinyl records:
We evaluate buyback prices according to the international Goldmine standard (M/NM/VG+/VG/G),based on the condition of the sleeve,disc,completeness of accessories,and playback status. Learn more about detailed grading standards
Whether you hold Albert Au's "Music Connection" or other classic Hong Kong/Taiwanese singer vinyl records from the 80s and 90s,or out-of-print audiophile CDs,proper preservation can ensure these musical treasures continue to shine through the years. Regular vinyl record maintenance not only extends the record's lifespan but also ensures its value in the second-hand market. Vinyl Record Buyback | CD Buyback | used record buyback | High Cash Offer for Hi-Fi audio - 9Box Music
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Album Tracklist
01 Music Connection (composed by Alex Fung,lyrics by Jimmy Lo)
02 The Day We Meet Again (composed by Joseph Koo,lyrics by Cheng Kwok-kong) > Theme song for TVB drama "Love Encore"
03 Fresh Feeling (composed by Albert Au,lyrics by Cheng Kwok-kong)
04 Drunk in Love (composed by Albert Au,lyrics by Albert Au)
05 Wish I Could Fly (composed by Alex Fung,lyrics by Cheng Kwok-kong)
06 Wish to Float Through Life (composed by Albert Au,lyrics by Siu Yuet-wai)
07 My Obsessed Happy Self (composed by Alex Fung,lyrics by Richard Lam)
08 Beauty (composed by Lam Man Yee,lyrics by Lam Man Chung)
09 The Question Mark Inside (composed by Yeung Wan Piu,lyrics by Cheng Kwok-kong)
10 Don't Know What to Say (composed by Albert Au,lyrics by Hau Sing)
11 Heartbeat (composed by Albert Au,lyrics by Albert Au,Hau Sing)
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