Is this a rare find for Funk/Soul collectors?

While the Discogs floor is low at $0.86, this 1980 Epic 7" is a specific piece of Funk/Soul history worth adding.

What is the format of this Patti LaBelle record?

This record is available on Vinyl in the 7" format.

This specific release was issued in 1980 on the Epic label.

Name: Patti LaBelle – Release (The Tension) (Vinyl, 7")
Brand: Patti LaBelle

Funk / Soul

What Release (The Tension) by Patti LaBelle is worth on the used market.

Patti LaBelle value — Discogs floor $0.86. Prices updated June 2026.

Label · EpicFormat · Vinyl, 7"Genre · Funk / Soul

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Release (The Tension) by Patti LaBelle (1980) on Vinyl, 7". The Discogs marketplace floor is $0.86 with 14 copies currently for sale.

Pressing, country, and condition (media + sleeve) move vinyl/CD values the most — first pressings and clean copies command a premium.

What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today

Condition	Value	Based on
Discogs floor	$0.86	eBay sold comps

Is this a rare find for Funk/Soul collectors?: While the Discogs floor is low at $0.86, this 1980 Epic 7" is a specific piece of Funk/Soul history worth adding.
What is the format of this Patti LaBelle record?: This record is available on Vinyl in the 7" format.
What year was this Patti LaBelle release originally issued?: This specific release was issued in 1980 on the Epic label.