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Paul Robertson – The Song Is You
1985 · Spain · Fonomusic · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 22, 2026
- MMint
- $11.05
- NMNear Mint
- $9.88
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $7.56
- VGVery Good
- $5.23
- G+Good Plus
- $2.91
- GGood
- $1.74
- FFair
- $1.16
- PPoor
- $0.58
8 copies listed on Discogs from $3.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 1
- €7ref VA-GRC28Media VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG+🇪🇸 Ships from Spain
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Specifications
- Artist
- Paul Robertson
- Genre
- Jazz
- Style
- Soul-Jazz
- Year
- 1985
- Label
- Fonomusic
- Catalog number
- 86.2065 / 2
- Country
- Spain
Tracklist
- A1Autumn Leaves9:00
- A2You Are Too Beautiful4:55
- A3The Song Is You7:45
- B1All The Things You Are7:00
- B2Here's That Rainy Day2:50
- B3There Is No Greater Love8:12
- Producer
- Paul Robertson
About this record
Pressed for the Spanish market on Fonomusic in 1985, Paul Robertson's The Song Is You carries catalogue number 86.2065 / 2 and arrives without a barcode—a hallmark of many European jazz reissues of that era. Eight copies are currently listed across the market, yet 26 collectors own the record against only 2 seeking it, signaling a tight supply relative to established demand.
The price gradient from Mint at 11.05 USD down to Poor at 0.58 USD reflects how condition dominates value on this soul-jazz LP.
What drives its value
This Spanish soul-jazz pressing commands a steep condition-based premium. A Mint copy trades at 11.05 USD, while Near Mint sits at 9.88 USD—a modest drop that accelerates sharply once play wear enters: VG+ falls to 7.56 USD, and VG to 5.23 USD.
The current floor price of 3.00 USD suggests copies in lower grades (G+ at 2.91 USD or worse) are moving. Eight copies for sale indicates moderate liquidity, but the 26-to-2 have-to-want ratio confirms this is a held record rather than a hunted one.
As a 1985 Spanish pressing on an independent label, it occupies a niche position—not a first pressing of a major release, but a legitimate catalog entry with stable collector interest reflected in its 4.33 rating across 3 votes.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Fonomusic label imprint and catalogue number 86.2065 / 2 on the spine and label. The absence of a barcode is consistent with the pressing's 1985 Spanish origin.
The LP contains 6 tracks in the soul-jazz style. To grade accurately, examine the vinyl surface under bright light for hairline marks and play patterns in the run-out groove area, which accumulate fastest on European jazz reissues of this vintage.
Check the jacket for foxing or edge wear typical of 1985 Spanish pressings, which often shipped in thinner stock than contemporary US releases. Play-test at low volume to detect any warping or groove wear that would drop a VG+ copy into VG territory—the 2.33 USD difference between those grades justifies careful listening assessment.
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Frequently asked
What is a VG+ copy of this record worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 7.56 USD. This represents the midpoint between Mint (11.05 USD) and VG (5.23 USD), and reflects the record's modest but stable collector base. Actual sale prices may vary depending on jacket condition and pressing plant details.
Why is there no barcode on this pressing?
Spanish independent labels like Fonomusic often omitted barcodes on 1985 releases, particularly for jazz reissues intended for European distribution. The absence is not a defect but a period-correct feature of the pressing.
How many copies are currently on the market?
Eight copies are listed for sale across platforms, with the lowest asking price at 3.00 USD. This modest supply relative to the 26 collectors who own the record suggests it is not a common find, though it is not rare enough to command premium prices.
What does the rating of 4.33 mean for this record?
The 4.33 rating is based on 3 community votes and indicates solid but not exceptional approval. This modest sample size means the rating reflects a small group of engaged collectors rather than a consensus, so individual listening experience may vary.
What is the difference between a Mint and a Near Mint copy in price?
A Mint copy is priced at 11.05 USD while Near Mint is 9.88 USD according to the price guide. The narrow gap reflects the difficulty of distinguishing between these highest grades in practice; most copies in circulation fall into VG+ (7.56 USD) or lower.