Toni Braxton – Toni Braxton 1993 Arista – AST-045211, LaFace Records – AST-045211 Jamaica Pressing

Toni Braxton – Toni Braxton 1993 Arista – AST-045211
LaFace Records – AST-045211
Jamaica Pressing
**OG FIRST PRESS**

Pre-owned
Visually Graded:
Cover: Strong VG++
Inner Sleeve: VG++
Record: VG++

Toni Braxton – Toni Braxton (1993) | OG Jamaica Press | Arista / LaFace – AST-045211 | RARE

Collector Summary

Original 1993 Jamaica pressing of Toni Braxton’s debut album, released through Arista / LaFace Records under catalog AST-045211. Caribbean pressings of 90s R&B titles are becoming increasingly collectible due to their low production runs and unique regional distribution. This debut LP is a landmark release that helped define 90s R&B and launched Toni Braxton into global stardom.

Key Features

• 1993 Original Jamaica Pressing

• Arista / LaFace Records – AST-045211

• Early 90s R&B classic with rising collector demand

• Scarce Caribbean-manufactured edition

• Era-correct label design and artwork

• One of the most important R&B debut albums of the 90s

Description

Released in 1993, Toni Braxton’s self-titled debut album became a defining moment in 90s R&B, blending soulful vocals with lush production from Babyface and L.A. Reid. While U.S. pressings are collectible on their own, Jamaican pressings like this one are especially prized due to their small production quantities, regional distribution, and unique pressing variations typical of Caribbean manufacturing during the era.

Collectors value these regional pressings as rare alternatives to standard U.S. copies, especially for major 90s R&B titles that were pressed in limited quantities as vinyl began transitioning to CDs. This album remains a cornerstone for R&B collectors, and Jamaican issues are among the hardest to source in clean condition.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1993 Jamaica Press – AST-045211)

• Catalog #: AST-045211 (Arista / LaFace)

• Regional Jamaica pressing (distinct vinyl weight, label coloration, and jacket stock)

• 1993 Arista / LaFace branding

• Early 90s Caribbean print and font variations

• No barcodes or manufacturing marks associated with later worldwide reissues

• Matrix/label identifiers match Caribbean distribution standards

These traits confirm a genuine early Jamaica-manufactured pressing.

Great For

• 90s R&B collectors

• Toni Braxton fans

• Caribbean / Jamaica pressing collectors

• LaFace Records enthusiasts

• Anyone building a premium 90s R&B vinyl collection

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We conservatively grade our records.
Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.