Jean-Luc Ponty – Cosmic Messenger (LP, 1978, Atlantic SD 19189, Presswell Pressing, Sterling Sound Mastering)

Why This Record Matters
Cosmic Messenger is a 1978 Jean-Luc Ponty album that places his electric violin at the center of a jazz-fusion ensemble featuring Ralphe Armstrong, Allan Zavod, Casey Scheuerell, Joaquin Lievano and Peter Maunu. Ponty composed, orchestrated and produced the album, which includes the title track, “Don't Let The World Pass You By” and “Egocentric Molecules.”

Collector Note
US Atlantic Presswell pressing identified by the PR label suffix and Presswell markings in the runouts. Mastered at Sterling Sound by Greg Calbi, both sides carry the stamped STERLING identifier, and the original inner sleeve is included.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG
Includes: Original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Label: Atlantic – SD 19189
Country: US
Released: 1978
Genre: Jazz
Style: Fusion, Jazz-Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: (PR)P STERLING STA-784115-B
Side B: (PR)P STERLING STA-784116-A

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Cosmic Messenger – 4:38
A2 The Art Of Happiness – 4:33
A3 Don't Let The World Pass You By – 6:23
A4 I Only Feel Good With You – 3:05

Side B
B1 Puppets' Dance – 3:40
B2 Fake Paradise – 5:41
B3 Ethereal Mood – 4:03
B4 Egocentric Molecules – 5:44

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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