Kiss- Unmasked-LP

• Format: LP
• Label: Casablanca, Casablanca Record And Filmworks, Inc., Casablanca Record And Filmworks, Inc., Mad Vincent Productions, Record Plant, N.Y.C., Record Plant, N.Y.C., Sterling Sound, Casab
• Catalog number: NBLP 7225
• Country: US

Copy notes: almost perfect vinyl. Solid VG+ jacket with just some minor corner wear.

Kiss’s Unmasked offers a surprising detour from their usual hard rock charge, leaning into a polished, pop-oriented sound that spotlights acoustic textures and melodic hooks. Produced by Vini Poncia and engineered by Jay Messina, this 1980 release features tracks like "Is That You?" and "Shandi" that blend catchy choruses with a glossy sheen, reflecting the band’s willingness to experiment beyond their trademark swagger. The album’s softer approach might place it just a few steps away from the rowdiest shelves, but it’s a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the band’s broader sonic palette. This vinyl pressing from 1980 presents those tunes on a record graded VG++, meaning the surface is glossy and very clean, showing only light, barely noticeable marks typical of gentle handling. It’s a solid choice for collectors or listeners who appreciate hearing this phase of Kiss’s career on vinyl without distracting imperfections. In a collection, Unmasked might be the record that keeps the party mellow, proving even rockers occasionally trade their leather for something a bit more unmasked.

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