John Fitzgerald Kennedy "A Memorial Album" vinyl record from 1963.
Vintage vinyl record album featuring a memorial tribute to President John F. Kennedy. The cover displays a classic portrait of Kennedy set against a bold red background, emphasizing its historical significance. An excellent collector's item for history enthusiasts and music collectors alike.
This vinyl record is titled John Fitzgerald Kennedy: A Memorial Album (Catalog Number 2099), a spoken-word compilation of his most famous speeches released shortly after his assassination in 1963.
Album Details
Produced by Premier Albums, Inc., the record was originally broadcast as a memorial tribute by Radio Station WMCA in New York on November 22, 1963.
Track Highlights: Includes his 1961 Inaugural Address ("Ask not what your country can do for you..."), speeches on the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Berlin Wall, and civil rights.
Production: Narrated by Ed Brown and produced by Martin Plissner and Ed Brown, using recordings from Radio Press International.
Historical Impact: It was a massive commercial success at the time, setting records for album sales with 4 million copies sold shortly after its release.