The B-52's - Self Titled Vinyl

Artist: The B-52's
Title: The B-52's
Label: Island Records
Catalogue Number: ILPM 9580
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release: 1979
Pressing Year: 1986
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

The debut album from The B-52's, featuring "Rock Lobster", "Planet Claire" and "Dance This Mess Around". Originally released in 1979, the album helped establish the band's distinctive blend of new wave, surf rock and offbeat pop. This copy is the 1986 UK Island Life Collection reissue.

Pressing Notes

1986 UK reissue on Island Records as part of the Island Life Collection series. Issued under catalogue number ILPM 9580 with barcode 5014474105807. Standard black vinyl pressing housed in a picture sleeve with printed inner sleeve.

Track Listing

Side A
Planet Claire
52 Girls
Dance This Mess Around
Rock Lobster

Side B
Lava
There's A Moon In The Sky (Called The Moon)
Hero Worship
6060-842
Downtown

Matrix / Runout

Side A:
ILPM 9580 A

Side B:
ILPM 9580 B

Additional Etchings/Stamps
Island Life Collection reissue
Island Records labels
Printed inner sleeve
Barcode: 5014474105807
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide
Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Additional Information

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned vinyl records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.