Tanya Tucker's "Delta Dawn" Original 1972 Debut Album - Recorded when she was only thirteen years old, "Delta Dawn" is Tanya Tucker's debut studio album, showcasing the exceptional talent that catapulted the child prodigy into national recognition. Recorded at the Columbia Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee in the spring and summer of 1972, this album spawned two Top 10 singles, "Delta Dawn" and "Love's the Answer." This album was produced by Ms. Tucker's frequent early collaborator Billy Sherrill, fondly known as "the most reliable hitmaker in Nashville," who worked with fellow icons such as Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, Tammy Wynette, and George Jones. A glowing review of the album published in the September 23, 1972 issue of Cashbox stated, "...Tanya Tucker won't always be a child star, but if this album is an indication, she'll always be a star." The standout single from the record is undeniably "Delta Dawn," which demonstrates the powerful vocal control, warm tonality, and distinct vibrato that Ms. Tucker has become known for, and all without any formal vocal training at the time. This original 1972 album owned by Ms. Tucker herself is in excellent condition, and features a translucent slip covering for protection. Bill Barnes creatively directed the cover design, while Al Clayton photographed Ms. Tucker. All of the items in this sale come directly from Tanya Tucker's Tennessee home. Tanya Denise Tucker (born October 10, 1958) is an American country music singer and songwriter who had her first hit, "Delta Dawn," in 1972 at the age of 13. Over the succeeding decades, Tucker became one of the few child performers to mature into adulthood without losing her audience, and during the course of her career, she had a Top 10 and Top 40 stream of hits. She is one of the most celebrated and gifted artists of this century with a career spanning over almost six decades. This item will come with a copy of the document signed by Tanya Tucker allowing GWS Auctions' lead auctioneer (Brigitte Kruse) to issue certificates of authenticity on her behalf. You will also receive an original certificate of authenticity from GWS Auctions, signed by Brigitte Kruse for this lot.