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Larry June, 2 Chainz, & The Alchemist - Life Is Beautiful (Deluxe Edition, Ocean Blue & Clear Sky Split)

Larry June 2 Chainz The Alchemist Life Is Beautiful deluxe vinyl record with blue and clear split colors and a Japanese obi strip. - view 1
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Estimated value

$75 - $125

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

Category

Vinyl Records

Brand

ALC Records

Era

2025

Origin

🇺🇸 United States

Artist / Creator

Larry June, 2 Chainz, and The Alchemist

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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LARRY JUNE, 2 CHAINZ, & THE ALCHEMIST - LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL (DELUXE EDITION, OCEAN BLUE & CLEAR SKY SPLIT): IDENTIFICATION

A 12-inch long-play vinyl record of the 2025 collaboration between Larry June, 2 Chainz, and The Alchemist. This specific variant is the Deluxe Edition featuring an Ocean Blue and Clear Sky split-colored vinyl. The jacket includes a vertical Japanese 'obi' strip on the left margin, a staple of ALC Records / TFM releases. The label identifies the catalog as distributed through EMPIRE and mastered by Joe LaPorta at Sterling Sound.

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PRESSING HISTORY

Released in early 2025, this project represents a high-profile collaboration between Bay Area rapper Larry June, Atlanta veteran 2 Chainz, and producer The Alchemist. The Alchemist's label, ALC Records, frequently utilizes limited-edition 'obi' variants and unique color splits, influencing modern ...
Released in early 2025, this project represents a high-profile collaboration between Bay Area rapper Larry June, Atlanta veteran 2 Chainz, and producer The Alchemist. The Alchemist's label, ALC Records, frequently utilizes limited-edition 'obi' variants and unique color splits, influencing modern hip-hop collecting through intentional scarcity and high-end aesthetic packaging.

COLLECTOR NOTES

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Mastering engineer Joe LaPorta, credited on this label, won the 2017 Grammy for Mastering Engineering for David Bowie's final album, Blackstar.

SCARCITY

Uncommon70-80%
CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Rarity 5/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 1 vinyl item at rarity 5 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Limited production
  • Named makers
  • Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

  • Specific 2025 copyright date and label details match known EMPIRE/ALC distribution
  • Complex color-split manufacturing is difficult to replicate for bootleggers
How does authenticity detection work?

AUDIOPHILE'S ASSESSMENT

Record Collector & Pressing Specialist

Vinyl Expert

Identification is near-certain due to high-resolution images of the center label and jacket, which provide specific cat-logs and mastering credits that align with 2025 release data.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Matrix/label credits Joe LaPorta at Sterling Sound, consistent with high-budget 2025 hip-hop mastering.
  • 2Presence of 'The Freeminded Records / ALC / EMPIRE' branding on the center label.
  • 3Specific 'Ocean Blue & Clear Sky Split' variant matches documented deluxe edition production runs.
  • 4Stereo identifier and 33 1/3 RPM speed notation are standard for this 12-inch format.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check the run-out groove (dead wax) for the etched matrix number to confirm the specific pressing plant.
  • →Examine the spine for any compression or text misalignment.
  • →Verify the presence of any unique inserts or download cards often included in TFM/ALC releases.

CONDITION & GRADE

NM / NM

Grading breakdown

The vinyl surface shows zero visible hairlines under direct light; the center label area is pristine, suggesting very few plays. Jacket corners are crisp with no shelf wear or seam splits.

Condition

The vinyl appears to be in Near Mint (NM) condition with high gloss and no visible spindle marks on the center hole. The jacket retains sharp corners and the obi strip is intact without tears or fading.

RECORD MARKET VALUE

$75 - $125

Updated: May 10, 2026

Who buys this

Hip-hop vinyl enthusiasts focusing on Alchemist productions and fans of the 'luxury rap' subgenre associated with Larry June.

What increases value

  • •Limited nature of the deluxe color-split variant
  • •Presence of the intact obi strip
  • •Pristine condition of the jacket corners

What lowers value

  • •Secondary market saturation if Alchemist releases additional variants
  • •Bumping or corner dings on the jacket from improper storage

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Low matrix run-out numbers indicating an early stamper use
  • •Original shrink wrap or resealable sleeve with hype stickers still attached

Grade & condition

Vinyl surface marks, seam splits, ring wear, and spindle trail marks on the center hole.

Rarity & demand

UncommonHigh demandSells quickly
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