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	Dire Straits Used Import - RJ-7541 1978 Japanese pressing, no Obi but has insert. Sticker blemish at top edge. "Dire Straits' minimalist interpretation of pub rock had already crystallized by the time they released their eponymous debut. Driven by Mark Knopfler's spare, tasteful guitar lines and his husky warbling, the album is a set of bluesy rockers. And while the bar band mentality of pub-rock is at the core of Dire Straits -- even the group's breakthrough single, "Sultans of Swing," offered a lament for a neglected pub rock band -- their music is already beyond the simple boogies and shuffles of their forefathers, occasionally dipping into jazz and country. Knopfler also shows an inclination toward Dylanesque imagery, which enhances the smoky, low-key atmosphere of the album. While a few of the songs fall flat, the album is remarkably accomplished for a debut, and Dire Straits had difficulty surpassing it throughout their career." All Music Guide – Stephen Thomas Erelwine ... more
	Shake The Disease (Remixed Extended Version) Used Import - INT 126.828 1985 German import pressing on Marbled Grey, Black & White vinyl. Run-in surface crackle on both sides but music dominates. ... more
	Anne Murray's Greatest Hits New - LP - SOO-12110 Sealed 1980 Club pressing. Light bottom right corner bump. "It Covers Murray's First Decade In The International Limelight, Beginning With "Snowbird" And Concluding With "Could I Have This Dance?," A Track From The 1980 Movie Urban Cowboy. It Ranges From The Folky "Danny's Song" To Her Cover Of The Beatles' "You Won't See Me." All Music Guide – Tom Roland ... more
	Only In Hawaii: A Native Guide For Visitors To Hawaii New - LP - 19163 Sealed 1974 US original. Produced & Directed by Howard J. Meister. ... more
	All For Love Used - LP - MCA-5679 1985 US original, CRC pressing still in shrink. EX vinyl. All For Love finds New Edition stepping confidently into maturity, blending slick R&B grooves with polished pop hooks. With standout tracks like “Count Me Out” and “A Little Bit of Love,” this 1985 gem delivers smooth vocals, tight production, and boy band charm at its peak. ... more
	This Year's Model Used - LP - JC 35331 1978 US repressing on standard Columbia label; First pressings were on the custom Costello/Columbia label. Small pen mark on front cover to left of Elvis/Camera. "Where My Aim Is True implied punk rock with its lyrics and stripped-down production, This Year's Model sounds like punk. Not that Elvis Costello's songwriting has changed -- This Year's Model is comprised largely of leftovers from My Aim Is True and songs written on the road. It's the music that changed. After releasing My Aim Is True, Costello assembled a backing band called the Attractions, which were considerably tougher and wilder than Clover, who played on his debut. The Attractions were a rock & roll band, which gives This Year's Model a reckless, careening feel. It's nervous, amphetamine-fueled, nearly paranoid music -- the group sounds like they're spinning out of control as soon as they crash in on the brief opener, "No Action," and they never get completely back on track, even on the slower numbers. Costello and the Attractions speed through This Year's Model at a blinding pace, which gives his songs -- which were already meaner than the set on My Aim Is True -- a nastier edge. "Lipstick Vogue," "Pump It Up," and "(I Don't Want to Go To) Chelsea" are all underscored with sexual menace, while "Night Rally" touches on a bizarre fascination with fascism that would blossom on his next album, Armed Forces. Even the songs that sound relatively lighthearted -- "Hand in Hand," "Little Triggers," "Lip Service," "Living in Paradise" -- are all edgy, thanks to Costello's breathless vocals, Steve Nieve's carnival-esque organ riffs, and Nick Lowe's bare-bones production. Of course, the songs on This Year's Model are typically catchy and help the vicious sentiments sink into your skin, but the most remarkable thing about the album is the sound -- Costello and the Attractions never rocked this hard, or this vengefully, ever again." All Music Guide – Stephen Thomas Erlewine ... more
	Cris Williamson New - LP - LF927 Sealed 1981 US reissue, with updated cover. Cris Williamson's self-titled album is a beautiful and poignant collection of songs that showcase her powerful vocals and thoughtful songwriting. The album is a mix of folk and country influences, with heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of love, loss, and personal growth. Overall, Williamson's self-titled album is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today. Her message of love and acceptance shines through in every song, making this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates heartfelt folk music. ... more
	Gréce - Épire Used Import - W 260020 1987 French gatefold pressing. Light seam/corner rubbing. Released as part of the "Inedit" series from Maison Des Cultures Du Monde; Founded by Françoise Gründ and led by ethnomusicologist Pierre Bois since 1999. Distributed by Harmonia Mundi. ... more
	Ladakh (Songs & Dances From The Highlands Of Western Tibet) Used - LP - H-72075 1977 US original still in shrink. VG+ vinyl, light sleeve scuff. Released as part of the Nonesuch "Explorer Series". Mastered by Bob Ludwig. ... more
	Mosaicos Tropicales Used - LP - LPD-576 1961 or later US pressing, still in shrink. ... more