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	View From The Ground New - LP - ST 512209 Sealed 1982 US Club pressing. "The claim to fame for America's 1982 album, View From the Ground, is that it yielded the soft rock duo's last Top Ten hit, "You Can Do Magic." Vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist Gerry Beckley and vocalist/guitarist Dewey Bunnell scored big with this infectious, hook-riddled single. It was written and produced by Argent guitarist and solo artist Russ Ballard, who is most famous for penning songs that others have hit with. View From the Ground is an exceptionally slick-sounding yet pedestrian album overall, despite -- or because of -- the famous hired guns and anonymous session pros involved. In addition to Beckley, Bunnell, and Ballard, Blood, Sweat & Tears veteran Bobby Colomby produced a couple of tracks. Toto is represented by guitarist Steve Lukather, bass guitarist Mike Porcaro, and drummer Jeff Porcaro. Backing vocalists include the Beach Boys' Carl Wilson, Christopher Cross, and the Eagles' Timothy B. Schmit. Actor/musician Bill Mumy contributes guitar work and co-wrote a few tunes, including the brightly upbeat "Never Be Lonely." "Desperate Love" is frantically melodic, even edgy -- for America, that is; the flashes of biting guitar that pepper this song and other portions of View From the Ground probably all emanate from Lukather. "Right Before Your Eyes" is a pop ballad that just missed the Top 40. The best way to experience America is through its singles, which means greatest-hits albums are the answer. Although View From the Ground was reissued on CD by One Way, go for one of the two readily available collections with "You Can Do Magic": 1991's Encore: More Greatest Hits or 2001's The Complete Greatest Hits." All Music Guide – Bret Adams ... more
	Who's That Girl? New - LP - PW-13801 Sealed 1983 US original 12" single with custom hype sticker. "The tense, brooding "Who's That Girl?" is in many ways a carbon copy of Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)," only with a much darker tone. Annie Lennox delivers the paranoid, accusatory lyrics in a deliberately deadpan monotone, like a stylized version of a '60s soul diva. This actually increases the song's impact; although many reviewers considered Lennox something close to a bloodless, soul-free automaton at the time, a generation of over-amped R&B singers of both genders in the years since has made Lennox's cool restraint that much more admirable. Musically, the song treads on exactly the same ground as the duo's earlier hit, Dave Stewart's hypnotic synthesizers playing a clipped, rising and falling melody at a heartbeat rhythm. The striking video, in which Lennox plays with her early gender-bending look to the fullest, was a large part of the song's success as a single in early 1984." All Music Guide – Stewart Mason ... more
	Angel With A Lariat New - LP - 1-25441 Sealed 1987 US Club pressing; Crease to bottom right corner. "k.d. lang's first major-label album (and debut American release) was a bit of a switch from the polished retro-country of her best-known work; with Dave Edmunds in the producer's chair, Angel with a Lariat often sounds more like rockabilly or roots rock than classic C&W, with a big, snappy drum sound, plenty of guitars mixed upfront, and lots of slapback of lang's vocals (a production decision lang mentioned with little enthusiasm several years after the album came out). "Turn Me Around" and "High Time for a Detour" rock significantly harder than most of lang's body of work, and "Watch Your Step Polka," "Diet of Strange Places," and "Tune Into My Wave" find lang and her band (who are in fine form throughout) indulging her sly sense of humor, which tended to get lost in the shuffle on later albums such as Ingénue. While the production and arrangements tend not to focus on the subtleties of lang's voice (with the exception of the weepy closer, "Three Cigarettes in an Ashtray"), she's one heck of a belter on this set, with a set of pipes as big as all outdoors. And the cover of the old Lynn Anderson chestnut "Rose Garden" actually tops the original. Fast, fresh, and funny, Angel with a Lariat may not be k.d. lang's best album, but it's probably the best one to put on at a party -- it's got a good beat, and you can dance to it." All Music Guide – Mark Deming ... more
	Killbilly Hill New - LP - 9 25409-1 Sealed 1986 original. Custom song sticker on shrink wrap. Tiny corner dings. "Instead of being weakened by changes in the band's membership, Southern Pacific actually grew stronger with the new lineup, as their second album Killbilly Hill demonstrates. Highlights on the record include the title cut and a cover of Bruce Springsteen's "Pink Cadillac" which was a sizable hit. The record is more country than their debut, which makes Killbilly Hill all the more highly recommended." All Music Guide – James Chrispell ... more
	Help! Used Import - TOJP-7075 1992 Japan pressing with Obi. "Help!" is both a pivotal album and a hit single released by The Beatles in 1965. Serving as the soundtrack to their film of the same name, the "Help!" album showcases the band's transition from their early pop sound to more sophisticated musical experimentation. Key tracks include "Help!" and "Ticket to Ride," as well as "Yesterday," which became one of the most covered songs in history. The album features a blend of rock, pop, and folk influences, displaying The Beatles' evolving artistry and songwriting prowess. "Help!" not only topped charts worldwide but also marked a significant moment in The Beatles' discography, reflecting their growing maturity as artists. The Beatles were an iconic British rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960, consisting of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Widely regarded as one of the most influential music groups of all time, The Beatles revolutionized popular music with their innovative songwriting, harmonies, and recording techniques. Their cultural impact extended beyond music, influencing fashion, film, and social movements of the 1960s. Throughout their career, The Beatles released numerous groundbreaking albums and chart-topping singles, earning them a lasting legacy as pioneers of modern pop and rock music. ... more
	We Got The Beat Used Import - BUY 78 1980 UK 7" 45rpm pressing in colored sleeve. The Go-Go’s are a pioneering all-female American rock band that rose to prominence in the early 1980s, credited as one of the first commercially successful groups composed solely of women who wrote their own songs and played their own instruments. Emerging from the Los Angeles punk scene, the band’s energetic blend of new wave and pop-punk helped define the sound of the decade. Their infectious melodies, bold attitude, and relatable lyrics garnered them a dedicated following, and they remain influential icons in rock history. One of the Go-Go’s most famous singles is “We Got The Beat,” a standout track from their 1981 debut album, Beauty and the Beat. Written by guitarist Charlotte Caffey, the song features a driving rhythm, catchy hooks, and exuberant vocals that quickly made it a staple of ‘80s music playlists. “We Got The Beat” climbed the Billboard charts, peaking at number two on the Hot 100, and became an anthem for youth culture. Its enduring popularity has secured the Go-Go’s legacy as trailblazers in rock and pop music. ... more
	Delta 88 Used - 7 - PT-X03 2004 7" 45rpm demo. Fan club release of X 1977 demos. Includes John Doe, Billy Zoom, Exene and KK Barret on drums. . ... more
	The Germs New - 7 - RADRSD004 New 7" 45rpm Record Store Day limited edition 143/500. The Germs were a highly influential punk rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1977, widely regarded as pioneers of the early American punk scene. Fronted by charismatic and chaotic singer Darby Crash alongside guitarist Pat Smear, bassist Lorna Doom, and drummer Don Bolles, the Germs quickly earned a reputation for their raw, aggressive sound and anarchic live performances. Their only studio album, GI—produced by Joan Jett in 1979—remains a landmark in punk music, blending frantic tempos, distorted guitar riffs, and Crash’s distinctive, nihilistic lyrics. The band's authenticity and defiance resonated with disaffected youth and helped define the West Coast punk movement. Though the Germs’ existence was brief—ending after Darby Crash's tragic death in 1980—their impact on punk rock and alternative music endures. Their music has influenced countless bands and remains a touchstone for fans of punk history. The Germs' legacy is preserved through reissues, documentaries, and tributes, with Pat Smear later joining renowned acts such as Nirvana and Foo Fighters, furthering the Germs' reach within rock history. For anyone interested in the roots of American punk or the evolution of the LA music scene, the Germs and their landmark record GI are essential listening and study points. ... more
	Patty Loveless Used - LP - MCA-5915 1987 US original pressing. VG++ vinyl. Her debut LP produced by Emory Gordy Jr and Tony Brown. A digital recording done at Sound Stage Studio. ... more
	On Down The Line Used - LP - MCA-6401 1990 US original. Cover has corner crease and ring wear. "Patty Loveless entered the 1990s with On Down the Line, an excellent album that contained such major hits as "The Night's Too Long," the gutsy "Blue Memories," and the infectiously rockin' "I'm That Kind of Girl." Despite all the talk about Loveless being part of a neo-traditionalist movement in country, this isn't an album for purists -- there's plenty of pop and rock influence here, and a 33-year-old Loveless is undeniably folky on the haunting ballad "Some Morning Soon." Loveless still found herself being compared frequently to Patsy Cline, who was no stranger to pop and rock elements either. Not that Loveless excludes more hardcore country -- "I've Got to Stop Loving You (And Start Living Again)" is a honky tonk gem. Unpredictable and consistently inspired, On Down the Line remains one of Loveless' finest albums." All Music Guide – Alex Henderson ... more