I found this with two or three others, still sealed, at a Goodwill on East 23rd street. I have no idea where these came from; they were probably a promo or something given out at a salon. The only copyright (1967) is by Norbert himself, so I’m assuming it was self-produced.
Side 1 of this record contains “A Unique Self-Teaching Method for Hairstyling:” hairsetting tips dealt out in a thick French accent. “Speaking as though he were in his own elegant salon… it’s almost like having a visit with Norbert, right in your own home! TURN THE RECORD ON NOW and enjoy your exclusive appointment with Norbert!”
Side two is like a Berlitz guide for the Aqua-Net set: “On this record, Norbert, the French-born master of Haute-Coiffure, gives you an easy lesson to help you communicate with French-speaking hairstylists. Mister Charles, give me a completely new look! Donnez-moi une nouvelle personalite! I need a lot of hairspray! J’ai besoin beaucoups de laque! I want to look young and attractive! Je desire etre jeune et seduisante!”
Norbert apparently sunk a lot of money into this thing: the jacket is a gatefold with instructional diagrams on the inside, while slipped into a tiny pocket is a glossy French phrasebook(!) that you are supposed to bring with you to the salon.
If the cover photo is any indication, a Tesla coil was also somehow involved.
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Hah, that is pretty nifty. I may have to use this sample. I make electronic music and your website is a gold mine.
Would you mind if I used samples from your sight, assuming that the copyrights have worn out (20 years I think it is).
Thanks.