{"product_id":"paul-weller-modern-classics-greatest-hits-first-press-vinyl","title":"Paul Weller - Modern Classics Grestest Hits First Press Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Paul Weller\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: Modern Classics: The Greatest Hits\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Island Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: ILPS 8098 \/ 542 423-1\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Release Year: 1998\u003cbr\u003e\nPressing Year: 1998 First UK Pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Vinyl 2LP\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eModern Classics: The Greatest Hits is the definitive retrospective of Paul Weller's solo career up to 1998. Featuring a carefully selected collection of his most celebrated recordings, the album includes classics such as \"The Changingman\", \"You Do Something To Me\", \"Wild Wood\", \"Peacock Suit\" and \"Out Of The Sinking\". Showcasing Weller's evolution from mod revival icon to one of Britain's most respected songwriters, the compilation remains an essential release for fans and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal UK first pressing issued by Island Records in 1998. Released during a period when vinyl sales were significantly lower than CD sales, first press vinyl copies are considerably scarcer than their CD counterparts. Complete original pressings are highly sought after by collectors of Britpop, mod revival and Paul Weller memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInto Tomorrow\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Changingman\u003cbr\u003e\nThat's Entertainment\u003cbr\u003e\nBroken Stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeacock Suit\u003cbr\u003e\nSunflower\u003cbr\u003e\nOut Of The Sinking\u003cbr\u003e\nUh Huh Oh Yeh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrushed\u003cbr\u003e\nWild Wood\u003cbr\u003e\nFriday Street\u003cbr\u003e\nAbove The Clouds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUh Huh Oh Yeh (Always There To Fool You!)\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Weaver\u003cbr\u003e\nMermaids\u003cbr\u003e\nYou Do Something To Me\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A: 542423-1 A\u003cbr\u003e\nSide B: 542423-1 B\u003cbr\u003e\nSide C: 542423-1 C\u003cbr\u003e\nSide D: 542423-1 D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK first pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nDouble LP set\u003cbr\u003e\nIsland Records release\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures \"The Changingman\", \"Wild Wood\" and \"You Do Something To Me\"\u003cbr\u003e\nGatefold sleeve\u003cbr\u003e\nStereo pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible late-1990s vinyl release\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nRecord 1: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nRecord 2: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nInner Sleeves: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57296608362869,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/2CBEABFB-4C04-4B59-A91F-21A589BF324F.jpg?v=1781615315","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/paul-weller-modern-classics-greatest-hits-first-press-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}